St Agnes High School - Agnita Yearbook (West Chester, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1937 volume:

THE AGNITA St. Agnes High School Annual Edited and Published by the CLASS OF 1937 “ Vive cum Christo ’ WEST CHESTER, PENNSYLVANIA 6 June, MCMXXXVII THE AGNITA DEDICATION To Our Beloved Pastor REVEREND HENRY C. SCHUYLER, S.T.L., LL.D. and to our devoted teachers THE SISTERS, SERVANTS OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY We Lovingly Dedicate THE AGNITA 2 THE AGNITA 3 THE AGNITA PATRONESS Our Lady Queen of Peace CLASS MOTTO ‘Vive cum Christo” CLASS COLORS Dark Red and Ivory CLASS FLOWER American Beauty Rose THE AGNITA AGNITA STAFF Editor-in-Chief JAMES C. GLEASON Assistant Editor HELEN E. TIGUE Business Manager JANE T. SWORDS Sports Critics ELEANOR A. COLLINS WILLIAM A. BANNAN Asst. Business Manager • MARGARET M. PURCELL Personals FRANCES M. CONNELLY MARY JANE DALTON Humor ELEANOR C. HAYES TRENT T. GASPARI 5 THE AGNITA BAPTISMAL VOWS Renewed by the Class at the Closing Exercises Before Thy Sacred Presence, my dear Jesus, in this, the last act of my high school life, I solemnly promise from my heart and with my own lips what my sponsors promised in my name on the day of my Baptism: I renounce Satan and cling to Thee, my Lord and my God. I renouce the works of Satan, and resolve to do only the things that please Thee. I renounce the pomps of Satan, and look for true happiness in Thee alone. These are my vows. Help me keep them faithfully all the days of my life, until death dissolves the bonds of the flesh and the dawn of an- other life units me eternally with Thee. Amen. 6 THE AGNITA PARTING PLEA Our chosen motto, “Live with Christ”, Selected by this happy band Will follow us with guiding hand— Through life with Christ we ll e’er keep tryst. The silent halls are empty now, Since, classmates, best of friends must part— Remain as e’er clean of heart. O patroness, please show us how! Remember, Class of Thirty-sev’n, The way is long, the road is hard, And let not wordly joys retard Our journeying steps toward heaven. FRANCES M. CONNELLY THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1937 THE AGNITA GRADUATES President EDWARD M. JOYCE West Chester—Classical Vice President Treasurer JAMES C. GLEASON KATHLEEN M. TORRIS West Chester—Classical Village Green—Classical Secretary ELIZABETH J. McCUSKER West Chester—Commercial WILLIAM A. BANNAN, West Chester.............................Classical ESTELLE M. COGGINS, West Chester. ... Commercial ELEANOR A. COLLINGS, Downingtown............................Classical FRANCES M. CONNELLY, West Chester...........................Classical CATHERINE A. CONNOR, Green Hill Classical WILLIAM T. CONWELL, Rockdale.............._.................Classical JOSEPH D. CORCORAN, West Chester...........................Commercial JOSEPH C- CUMBERLAND, Lenni................................Commercial MARY J. DALTON, Paoli.......................................Classical F. ELIZABETH FORD, West Chester Classical TRENT T. GASPARI, West Chester..... Classical ROSEMARY E. GAY, Coatesville................................Classical MARY C. GLISSON, West Chester............................. Classical WILLIAM E. GORMAN, Lenni...................................Commercial ELEANOR C. HAYES, West Chester..............................Classical MARIE C. JENKINS, West Chester..............................Classical JOSEPH A. McCOOL, West Chester.............................Commercial MARGARET M. PURCELL, Malvern .. Classical CATHERINE T. SMITH, Chatwood. ...Commercial JOSEPH M. SNYDER, Downingtown. . Classical JANE T. SWORDS, Malvern....................................Commercial JAMES T. TERRIZZI, West Chester Commercial HELEN E. TIGUE, West Chester Classiccl SUSANNA M. TRAVIS, West Chester.............................Classical 9 THE AGNITA EDWARD M. JOYCE Characteristic—Charm Class President Activity—Ringing the bell late Basketball, Captain Saying— Let’s you give a social. Orchestra Ed is the fair-haired lad with the big smile. He might be called our most versatile student for he certainly has a list of accomplishments to his credit We would just hate to make Ed blush by naming them. Ed has the indefinable power of meeting and over- coming any situation. We know that he will surmount all his troubles in the future with the same ease and grace with which he says, Oh, Sister, I must have studied the wrong lesson.” JAMES C. GLEASON Characteristic—Studiousness (?) _ Class Activity—Sleeping Vice President Saying— Isn’t she cute?” Jimmy has proved quite a shock to all of us. No longer is he the quiet lad we thought we knew so w'ell. Indeed, he is far from it, for, since last Septem- ber, he has caused more than one feminine heart to beat more rapidly. Jimmy is quite an orator and his composition work is unexcelled. His pet hates are Hitler and Communism, and when he discourses so forcefully, he could reform even the most avid Hitlerite or Communist. Not only is Jimmy an orator, but quite an actor—we shall always remember him as Pilate. Our good wishes follow you, Jimmy. 10 THE AGNITA ELIZABETH J. McCUSKER Characteristic-—Her gait Class Secretary Activity—Walking with —? Basketball Saying— Listen!” Hockey Diz is the perfect nick-name for this cheerful maiden. It was earned by her always present smile and cheerful manner. If you are blue or moody, just try to meet her, for she will banish this feeling in no time. We feel sure that Diz will turn out to be an efficient stenographer, for her work in the Commer- cial Department is nothing less than excellent. We feel sure that you won't fail us, Diz. KATHLEEN M. TORRIS Characteristic—Shirley Temple locks Class Treasurer Activity—Borrowing pencils Basketball Saying— Oh, yes! Hockey Kay shows us what pleasant and talented people there are in Village Green. Since she came to us in our Freshman year she has been an indispensable member of the class, for as Treasurer, as a member of the basketball team and as Magdalene in our Passion Play, she has proved her ability in every field. One way to arouse her ire is to call her Reds ; then she will show you what spirited people reside in that diminutive settlement. With your personality, Kay, we know you'll attain your ambi- tions. 11 THE AGNITA WILLIAM A. BANNAN Characteristic—Feet Basketball Activity—Thrilling the fair sex Saying— I’m hungry.” Bill is quite a lady’s man. In fact, his classmates can’t count Bill’s various lady loves. He is equally successful on the basketball floor. When Bill goes tearing up the floor, it means another goal for St. Agnes. More than once. Bill’s famous long shots and snappy passes have saved both the day and the name of the team. We are hoping, Bill, that you will be just as victorious in the game of life. ESTELLE M. COGGINS Characteristic—Green eyes Basketball Activity—Driving around town Hockey Saying— Speak.” ’Stelle is another diligent member of the Commer- cial Department. Her skillful fingers have typewritten many of our assignments. We wonder if you ever stay at home on Tuesday nights, 'Stelle. We have come to the conclusion that your pet subject is Spanish. Is that right? Goodbye, Estelle. We hope success will come your way. ELEANOR A. COLLINS Characteristic—Giggle Basketball, Captain Activity—Worrying about nothing Hockey Saying— O Eleanor, remember—■?” Eleanor has that enviable asset commonly known as a poker face . She begins something in the midst of a study period or Spanish class, and then looks serious whiie we poor simpletons must endure Sister’s disapproval simply because we can’t stop laughing. Her insatiable desire for pickles has caused her many an hour of regret. However, we can’t hold her appetite against her. Eleanor, you are a merry classmate. We ll miss you. 12 THE AGNITA FRANCES M. CONNELLY Characteristic—Blushes Basketball Activity—Lending her cosmetics Hockey, Captain Saying—“How would I know?” Frances possesses those characteristics that go into the personality of a true friend. Her curly hair, brown eyes, and winning smile are only a few of the reasons for her popularity. You may not know it, but Frances is quite a musician. This accomplishment has afforded us many pleasant hours. We feel sure there is a high place waiting for you, Frances. CATHERINE A. CONNOR Characteristic—Bashfulness (?) Activity—Telling the latest news Saying— Have you heard?” True Irish wit is lurking in the mind of this quiet little senior, and very often it comes to the front. Her merry bursts of laughter can be heard frequently —that is why she is so well liked. Margaret, I have something to tell you, is another of Catherine’s favorite sayings. Here is an artist, and any one so talented as you, Catherine, can not fail to succeed. WILLIAM T. CONWELL Characteristic—Quietness Activity—Staying out of school Saying— Who knows the Latin translation?” Sometimes we almost forget that Bill is a member of our class—so quiet is he,- but, when it comes to translating that difficult Spanish sentence or reciting that long history paragraph, Bill is right there. One of Bill’s outstanding traits is his dependability. No matter what you want done, he can be depended upon to do it. He is also quite an actor. Good luck, Bill. 13 THE AGNITA JOSEPH D. CORCORAN Characteristic—Drawl Basketball Activity—Coming late. Saying— I'll be up tonight. Joe is the pride of the Commercial Department, for as a bookkeeper he is unexcelled. Joe’s only fault, as far as we can see, is a desire for sleeping. He usually ambles into school about a quarter after nine. Joe is another of our lady’s men. His quiet manner, good looks, and business capabilities are sure to carry him far in spite of his sleepiness. JOSEPH C. CUMBERLAND Characteristic—Personality Basketball Activity—Looking at —? Saying— How you doin’? Joe is one of Lenni’s contributions to our class. We don't quite know what we would do without Joe, for his wit and humor have been the cause for numberless scenes of merriment. Joe always has an answer, and is most happy when surrounded by attentive listeners. Joe is our chief rooter at all basketball games. Your loyalty will make you valu- able to some business firm in the future. MARY JANE C. DALTON Characteristic—Laugh Basketball Activity—Singing (?) Hockey Saying— No, Jane.” Mary Jane is Paoli’s representative and, if we may judge by her. Paoli certainly could give the world some fine debators. She will argue with anyone, any time, any where. But apart from this, she can be a good pal, and a generous companion. She is an A No. 1” student, and in times of difficulty we can always refer to her. We’re sure of your success, Mary Jane. 14 THE AGNITA ELIZABETH F. FORD Characteristic—Freckles Basketball Activity—Dancing Hockey Saying—“Got your homework done?’’ If you want to stay in favor with Betty, just don t mention those freckles. Excluding them, there is nothing that will be able to ruffle her. Betty s dancing! Well, if you want to know the latest dance step, just ask Betty. We don't quite know where she gets all her information, but Betty always manages to discover how to do that new step. Betty, may you dance through life in the same carefree manner. TRENT T. GASPARI Characteristic—Flashy suits Activity Drawing pictures Saying—“Want to see a good picture7 Trent is our artist. His drawings are really remark- able. At least we know we have never seen any quite like them before. Under Trent's skilled fingers, the members of his class assume various sizes, shapes and forms. Spanish prompts him to represent James Terrizzi as a bold Mexican bandit; and Latin trans- forms him into a Roman orator. Trent is another of our star arguers. Saint Agnes will miss you, Trent. ROSEMARY E. GAY Characteristic—Peaches and cream complexion Activity—Looking for Diz Basketball Saying—“Isn't he cute? Hockey Rosemary, a talented student, came all the way from Coatesville to join us. Your first impression of Rosemary may be deceiving—she's not the quiet little lass she first appears to be. Take a good look into those laughing eyes and you will know what we mean. She always knows her Latin translation, and “Ask Rosemary is almost a byword in Room Two. We feel sure she will always be appreciated. 15 THE AGNITA MARy C. GLISSON Characteristic—Piety Basketball Activity—Riding her bicycle Hockey, Asst. Captain Saying— Yes, Sister.” We feel that in Mary we have the most religious member of the class. She does much to keep up the reputation of the class, for when the rest of us are in trouble she is seldom included. As a student, Mary ranks among the best. Her good sportsmanship and ready willingness have made her one of our most popular classmates. Much luck to you, Mary. WILLIAM E. GORMAN Characteristic—Unruly hair Basketball Activity—Grinning Saying— Got your bookkeeping done?” Bill or Skeeter” has the greatest trouble getting his assignments in on time, and he just can't seem to get that bookkeeping homework done—but then Bill makes up for this insignificant matter in many ways. His imitations of Sonja Heine, Charles Laugh- ton and Tissy Litch are unsurpassed; and as for that husky voice—well, it just hasn't got an equal. Bill wants to be a reporter on a big newspaper. Bill, may you get much farther than the Rockdale Herald. ELEANOR C. HAYES Characteristic—Contagious laugh Basketball Activity—Laughing Saying— I thought I'd die.” Eleanor is one of the best natured girls in our class. All she has to do is to begin to laugh and the whole class is infected, even though few know what they are laughing at. Eleanor is also characterized by a strong determination. When she makes up her mind to do something, iron chains wouldn't be able to hold her back. Her determination, coupled with her sense of humor, is bound to make her an asset to the nursing world. 16 THE AGNITA MARIE C. JENKINS Characteristic—Talkativeness Basketball Activity'—Hurrying Hockey Saying— What time is it? Marie is always moving. It’s either dancing, run- ning, walking or some other activity which requires swiftness. She is well known (at least to us) as a dancer. Besides being informed of all the current song hits, she is well acquainted with all popular radio programs. We’ll miss your sweet personality and happy smile, Marie. JOSEPH A. McCOOL Characteristic—That walk Basketball Activity—Chewing Saying— The stuff is here. Knute is one of those tall, dark and handsome youths with a Taylor profile—though he seems totally unconscious of it all. At any time he will discuss the subject, Which course is better—the Commercial or the Classical”; and his opponent will usually have to give up for Knute is about the best arguer in the class—and that is something! Keep it up Knute. If the Commercial Course is half so good as you say it is, you’ll be an important person some day! MARGARET M. PURCELL Characteristic—Laughing at Eleanor Activity—Ditto Basketball, Asst. Captain Saying— You are simple. Hockey Margaret is always informed of the current songs, the radio programs and Popeye . Her flashy basketball playing has saved us many a disappoint- ment. After four years she still enjoys the remarks and wit of another classmate as she did when a mere freshman. Margaret has a sense of humor, and her infrequent, though droll, remarks cause little less than a riot. Keep your sense of humor, Margaret, and you’ll go far. 17 THE AGNITA CATHERINE T. SMITH Characteristic-Swiftness (?) Basketball Activity—Coming late Hockey Saying— Lend me some paper. From West Catholic came this valuable addition to our class in our Sophomore year. She has shown us a few things, and among her many assets are an en- viable complexion and a talent for art. Though she is quiet, and we very seldom hear her corrected, she is the best of fun. If you hadn't moved to Chatwood, Kate, we would have missed many happy hours. Goodbye, Kate. JOSEPH M. SNYDER Characteristic—Neatness Basketball Activity—Dancing Orchestra Saying— How do you do that step?” Joe looks like a tall, handsome, Greek Adonis,- but, in reality, he s the sheik of Downingtown. Un- fortunately, Joe likes to have his own way, but some- times this is a good trait; and he is a good sport— so this quality quite outshines any defect. Joe’s saxophone has often entertained us, and his basket- ball playing has provided many thrills. With all these accomplishments his popularity need not even be mentioned. So, Joe, we wish you the best of fortune in life. JANE T. SWORDS Characteristic—Stupid remarks Basketball Activity—Typewriting Hockey Saying— It is so, Mary Jane. Jane's good nature is envied, admired and taken advantage of. She will typewrite for you almost any time at all; as a matter of fact, she’s always ready to help you. Jane’s representation of Esther in the Passion Play proves to us that acting may be added to her other accomplishments. We know you'll accomplish what ever you attempt, Jane, for people like you do not know failure. 18 THE AGNITA JAMES T. TERRIZZI Characteristic—Sideburns Orchestra Activity—Giving candy away Saying—“Want some spaghetti?” How would you like it, if, day in and day out, your picture were emerging in none too flattering ways under the hands of another classmate? Jimmy doesn't seem to mind, and this is just an example of his good nature. Besides his good nature Jimmy has a generous one. Jimmy is “37's outstanding musician. He can pound out the swingiest tune on the piano or play the most heart-rending melody on the violin. Because of these musical talents we may some day be able to say of Jimmy, I knew him when— HELEN E. TIGUE Characteristic—Red hair Basketball Activity—Grinning Saying— I am not Irish.” One thing we can say for Helen is that she is a remarkably good-natured girl. For four years she has borne the brunt of our teasing, and in soite of such names as Reds” and Bricktop” she still grins and bears it. Her vocabulary, the amazement and envy of her classmates, would attract the attention of a college professor. We're not sure what Helen is going to do when she graduates, but we do know what she would like to do, and who knows—some day we might hear of great Dr. Tigue. SUSANNA M. TRAVIS Characteristic—Vivacity Basketball Activity—Dancing Hockey Saying— Did you have a good time?” Susie is the vivacious, talkative, little miss who loves to dance. Every week without fail, she journeys to a nearby place to trip the light fantastic. Sue is one of the principal reasons why the Seniors won the basketball cup,- her spectacular playing is something worth seeing. Sue rarely gets angry—but, when she does, it's all over in a minute, and Sue is her old smiling self again. Goodbye and good luck, Sue. 19 THE AGNITA EDITORIALS COMMUNISM IN AMERICA Since nineteen hundred and seventeen a form of government, a sort of social fanaticism, has been spreading throughout the civilized world. This so called government is characterized by an ardent zeal and a fervor that would do credit to the early Christians. Its members have preached its doctrines, advocated its principles, and converted millions to its cause—Communism. The question arises, Just what is Communism? Communism is a doctrine based on the fact that capital and industrial organization are essential to modern life. The Communist concedes that labor is essential to both of these, and all three are to be controlled, not by private individuals, but by a strong and all-powerful central govern- ment. The theory of Communism as exemplified in Russia is the most radical and most absurd form of hypocrisy ever to throw itself in the face of civilized man. The very doctrines of atheistic and compulsory Communism are in themselves irrational and contradictory. The by- word of Communism is Down with Religion. Religion is the opium of the people. There is no Religion. And yet is not Communism a religion, a drug appealing, not to reason, but to the emotion of its members? To the advanced Communist there is no God, and yet is not the Communistic government of Russia a god to its subjects, demanding of these subjects all of the fruits harvested by their labors—nay demanding the very lives of the subjects themselves? Then the Communist promises his prospective convert economic, capitalistic, and industrial freedom. But oh! Mr. Communist, you fail to mention that in Russia, the pulpit of your preachings there is not freedom of press, speech, conscience or religion. Mr. Communist, do not the very principles of your theory betray their futility? Now we ask, “Is it possible that a civilization as great, as brilliant as ours could accept and practice this childishly inconceivable doc- trine ? We laugh, we scoff at the idea. It is preposterous. Yet— preposterous as it may seem—it is not beyond a possibility; no, nor even a probability. It is hard to conceive how this fanaticism could gain a foot-hold in America, the home of science, invention, wealth, and industry. But we have a clue to the answer in the economic condition which exists in America today. Blessed with vast tracts of virgin timberland, fertile fields, immense mineral wealth, America s abundant natural resources lead the world. Yet in the midst of this great wealth there is want. Many of our people suffer from starvation, insufficient clothing, and are deprived of other necessities of life,- and all this is because ninety-five per cent of our great wealth is concentrated in the hands of five per cent of the people. O America, are you not providing the perfect setting for the 20 THE AGNITA entrance of Communism? America, Mr. Communist will promise your children food. Can you blame these children for opening their hungry mouths to him when you have failed to feed them? Can you blame the ten million unemployed, the thirteen million, who are working in sweat shops and factories for less than a living wage, for trying to better their conditions? After working by the sweat of his brow for long weary hours, a father, broken and weary, returns home to see his children under- nourished and ragged. His weekly wage of fifteen or eighteen dollars is insufficient to supply them with the necessities of life. Does not his love for his children cry out against such tyranny? The time is ripe for the Communist to strike. He takes advantage of our sins. He promises to do that which we have failed to do,- namely, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, ransom the laborer from the yoke of modern capitalistic tyranny. And we must reconcile ourselves to the fact that the down-trodden, the oppressed worker will follow this apparent Messiah. The only logical remedy for this situation then is for Christianity, America, and we, her citizens, to band together and actively practice that which we preach, that divine command of Jesus Christ— Feed the hungry, clothe the naked, ransom the captive from the shackles of unemployment, low wages and long hours.” America, on the Corporal Works of Mercy hinges the existence of your Democracy! JAMES C. GLEASON NEVER LOOK A GIFT HORSE IN THE MOUTH In this ultra modern and sophisticated age, the practice of looking one’s gift horse in the mouth—or literally making an appraisal of the value of one’s presents—is considered most improper and impolite,- and not only is this practice, or rather disease, outlawed in all books of etiquette, but it is extremely dangerous. For upon inspection of our animal’s mouth, it is not beyond a probability that we will be greeted by a pair of toothless gums. The pearl necklace may prove to be paste and water,- the sealskin coat, a mere cheap imitation,- the dollar mark on the gift box of candy may prove to be a dime counterfeited by the addition of a cipher. The result of our act of curiosity, or rather distrust, may be the disintegration of a warm business acquaintance, a life-long friendship, or even a ten- der romance. If our gift horse has no teeth, we should overlook the fact and endeavor to, see some of his good points—his strength, or his good disposition. We should accept every gift and appreciate it, even though it be a hideous red and green necktie or a purple shirt. Worth- less, though it may be, some sacrifice was made to get it, someone wisned to please us, someone was thinking of us. After all it is the thought, not the value. It is the giver, not the gift, for the gift without the giver is bare.” _ JAMES C. GLEASON 21 THE AGNITA A MEMORIAL DAY Every day is a memorial day for someone. It passes, but its memories live on. Whether it has been sad or beautiful, it will always be cherished. Today, people, the world over, are'pausing and recalling. The day may be marked on the calendar. The whole world may be commemorating on that day some incident, or honoring some hero or heroine. But for some untold reason, we all pause and recall a day which is dear to us although it has no mentioning on the calendar or in the history book. The day's occurrence concerns us alone, and to us alone it is an important day. Indeed the thousands who thronged Luneta Park during the week of February the third may call one of those days a memorial day. The rest of the world went on with its duties as many thousand wor- shipers were huddled together under the beautiful oriental sky of Manila. Each attendant of the Eucharistic Congress regards that day as the greatest of his memorial days. Amid lavish displays of floral decorations, flags, banners and bunting—but most impressive, the display of devotion for the Holy Eucharist—the Thirty-third International Eucharistic Congress opened on February third, 1937, in Luneta Park, Manila, with his Eminence, Cardinal Dougherty, Papal Legate and Archbishop of Philadelphia, as the presiding delegate of the ceremonies. There were approxi- mately 50,000 people assembled for the opening. Among this large number of worshipers were dignitaries of the church and pilgrims from all parts of the world. Many thousand women aathered to pay homage to the Eucharistic King on Women’s day , when Mass was celebrated by the Bishop of Nagaski, Japan. Perhaps the most edifying event of the Congress occurred when the dark skinned youths of the Philippines paid their loving tribute to Christ the King, by receiving Holy Communion. Men’s day witnessed the presence of 100,000 men adoring the Blessed Sacrament. The huge crowd included many students and groups of young men from possibly all the 7,000 islands that unite under the mother name, Philippine. A triumphal procession with more than 100,000 persons partici- pating brought the Congress to an end. As the vast multitude con- gregated for Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, they heard over the radio from Vatican City the weakened voice of the Holy Father extending his personal blessing upon those taking part in the greatest demonstration of Faith. Following the Pope s blessing, his final address of the Congress was delivered in English, Spanish and Latin. Men, women and children from all parts of the world joined the men, women and children of the Philippines in traveling from far and wide to attend the devotion at Luneta Park. Work thoroughout the islands ceased. The city was brilliantly dressed for festivity, and yet there was no wordly celebration. Theatres, night clubs and leading 22 THE AGNITA centers of Manila’s recreation were not visited as the inhabitants of the many separated islands joined in a spiritual festival of prayer. The Congress lasted only a few days, yet for thousands those days shall always be a lasting memory. The beautiful day, the throng- ing crowds, but especially the reverence and devotion for the Spiritual King at the Eucharistic Congress made the day a memorial day for all who had the wonderful privilege of being present. HELEN E. TIGUE WITH ST. AGNES IN THE GARDEN OF TOMORROW The trees were a fresh green, and the grass was recently mowed. The birds and bees were humming a heavenly hymn, as I met a maiden of some fourteen years while I walked in the Garden of Tomorrow. I knew she was St. Agnes by her lamb and palm; but yet my heart was doubtful until she gently smiled, and in a melodious voice said, You have come a long way; you went to my school. Don t you remember? I am St. Agnes. Surely you have not forgotten what I taught you— how to pray and love Him, how to live and die. I shall always remember the day you knelt before my statue, and begged me to lead you to the heavenly home. You nursed fear in your heart, and thought the world was too tempting although you knew you must live a holy life. You saw your path narrow and widen. You saw it become rocky and hilly. Remember every time you changed your road I called you back. I told you to continue your journey. Was it not half way back on the stumbly street, when the road ahead seemed too dark to travel, that you cried to me for assistance? Remember the silent wood suddenly sang forth. Can you still see the contented faces of God’s court which appeared that day on the flower tip? You pledged that you would live by faith, hope and love. You promised to spend an hour or two in prayer; but you heeded the earthly whim. You pledged these and so many more, but you ran off to play. All forgotten prayers were rocks, and at every misdeed the road narrowed. Once I watched you choose hesitatingly, and then I heard you sing: Lead me on, St. Agnes, To your heavenly home. So today we walk together in the garden outside the heavenly gates. No longer is there an evil world. It’s conquered now and soon you will answer God’s roll call.” HELEN E. TIGUE 23 THE AGNITA VIVE CUM CHRISTO” Now that we have come to the end of our school days and are about to go out into a world filled with sin and evil, we should bear in mind our motto, Live with Christ”. We should make Christ our constant companion because with Him as a companion we can not go astray. God made us and placed us on this earth for a purpose,- and that purpose is to adore, love and serve Him on earth, and enjoy Him in Heaven for all eternity. Therefore, His honor and glory should be the end of all our actions. We should take Christ with us to our work and play, to our pleasure and sorrow. We must remember that He is our creator. He gave us free will, He wishes us to show our love for Him by following His laws, the Commandments. In this way we will merit a place in His Kingdom. We are like pilgrims who have come from a distant land to work and to strive in order to gain admittance to a more desirable country. We, the pilgrims, should live with Christ here on earth, if only to prepare for that beautiful everlasting life with Him in heaven. Class of. Thirty-seven”, let us never forget our motto, Vive cum Christo”. JANE T. SWORDS OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE Lady, thou who bearest many titles, pray for us under the title, Queen of Peace . We are about to plunge into a world which is afflicted with war and calamity, and we need thy guiding hand, O Mary, to lead us to a peaceful destination. The world needs your guidance in the virtues of self-control, justice, purity, temperance, and love. Because of disregard for virtue, mankind has suffered incessantly. We of the United States know not the worst of the horrible circum- stances under which many Europeans are living, because they will not be at peace. And yet, need we know of these? Is not our United States also in a general turmoil, with men constantly disagreeing and fighting about the terms of our government? All men need not be of one mind in all these matters, neither must all men look at laws and customs from the same angle,- but with the aid of divine virtues it is possible for men to control themselves. There is such a thing as a peaceful disagreement. Peace is obtained through righteousness, and righteousness secures peace. Mary, we beseech you, bring peace into the souls of us, your children, that we may scatter peace throughout humanity. We desire to see a day when all nations and all mankind will be at peace. We desire, also, to see a day when we shall repose in a peaceful eternity with the Prince of Peace, and His mother, our Queen of Peace 24 EDWARD M. JOYCE THE AGNITA A PLAN TO PREVENT WAR K. of C. PRIZE ESSAY Before we discuss a plan to prevent war, let us consider a cause of war. Many people have blamed armament makers, pacificists, and capitalist, et cetera for the existence of war. If you look at it in the right manner, you will see that these people can only influence, but they cannot force us into war. The man who really puts us into war is the common, ordinary man of the nation. Through ignorance on his part, he puts on his government certain pressure which forces the whole nation into war. y putting his country into war, he thinks that unemployment and poverty will be done away with, because he believes that his country can beat another country, and obtain whatever natural resources that other country has. But he should look at the results of the World War, and he would soon see that war will not do away with un- employment and poverty, but will increase it, and make matters a hundred per cent worse than they were before. You cannot use war to secure peace and plenty. When war is declared many have to depart from their loved ones. This might be the last time that they will ever see one another. A mother rears a fine family,- and, because someone is ambitious, she must sacrifice her children on the field of battle. In the land where the war is waged, many defenseless women, children, and sick are killed. The man that is up in the sky, dropping bombs, does not see the slow torturing death that he is inflicting on those poor unfortunate people. After the war is over, think of the people who are waiting for the return of their fathers, brothers and children—some will wait in vain,- think of the poor men who come back gassed, shell-shocked, and perhaps with some part of the body missing. These poor men have to suffer from these defects until they die. Looking at all these miseries, you might think that the every-day person would not even consider the thought of war,- but, as time goes on, he forgets the results of the last war, and again the cries of war are heard. Now let us consider a means of preventing war. Many plans have been tried and failed. Some nations have violated the terms which were set down for them by the Disarmament Treaty, so it has failed. The Geneva Peace Conference failed when, because of the little support it got from some nations to outlaw Italy, it showed it had no power to prevent the Italian-Ethiopian War. There must be a plan which can be tried, and which, in time, will show results. 25 THE AGNITA Instead of making the battlefield glorious and romantic, as so many books and movies’’ do, the nation should teach the children the horrors of war, and the destructive results that follow. Teachers should convince the school children that war is unavoidable only for people who are ignorant, and who know of no means to prevent it. All through their school days children should be reminded of the benefits and the beauty of peace. Spain today ought to be an example for the whole world. It shows how the workmanship of man can be ruined in a very short time. The Spanish cities and beautiful country districts have, in hundreds of places, been made a big heap of black ruins. Show the children pictures of how these places looked before the war, and then show them what they look like afterwards,- show them pictures of gay Spanish life before the war, and then show them the poor unfortunate women and children, homeless and destitute, with nothing but memories of a better past to make up for all they have lost. By this plan the younger generation will surely grow up with a great hatred for war in their hearts. With the truth about war impressed on their minds, they will see it in its true light—not glorious and romantic, but black and destructive—a great impediment to the peace and progress of man. As men, they will turn toward industry and commerce, et cetera, and they will not fill their minds with ideas of becoming war heroes. If all nations did this, there would be a considerable change in the history of mankind, and nothing else but progress would be the result. This plan could be put into effect more easily than any other plan. But nations like Germany and Italy will surely refuse to accept a plan of this sort. These nations want power and more territory for their people. If the majority of nations would take a plan of this sort, they could join and, when a nation revolts and begins war, they could unite against that nation, and fcrce it to stay peaceful. For the majority can easily suppress the minority. In due time these nations seeking power would be forced to accept the plan of the majority. So in conclusion, the main idea is to take the heroic out of war, and show war in its true light. When all civilized nations accept a plan ot this sort, oil will have effective ideas of peace. Each nation will progress, then indeed there will be Peace on earth to men of good will.” 26 JAMES T. TERRIZZI THE AGNITA SALUTATORY In view of you, who have sacrificed so much for the betterment of us, your humble children, the task which befronts me becomes one of utmost joy and incomparable pleasure. Reverend Fathers, dear Sisters, beloved Parents, and kind Friends, welcome to this blessed event. Until you pass beneath the portal, which adorns the front of this building, join us, wholeheartedly, in our graduation exercises. Make yourself, each and everyone of you, as one of us. It will not be make-believe, for truly you are part of us. You have been the magnificent and most essential part of our edu- cation. So, be of us today. To our highly-esteemed pastor, Father Schuyler, to the assistant priests, and to the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate FHeart of Mary, we offer a special welcome. You have made these years both useful and happy. Your patience, encouragement, sympathy and advice have enabled us to overcome all obstacles. The moral principles for which you have stood are indelibly imprinted in our hearts. To you, good parents, you, who have been the chief burden- bearers in our recentlyaccomplished task, weextend, with our welcome, a heartfelt appreciation and sincere gratitude. You have given up many comforts, and have sacrificed an abundant amount of pleasure in order that we might acquire a Catholic High School Education. When we ensue our pathway of life’s journey, we should cer- tainly bring forth tasty fruit from the trees, which you have planted; for we have been placed on the rich soil of odr Catholic Religion,- we have been nourished by our superb education,- we have been strength- ened by living in the light of you, who have helped us just as the glaring sun helps a plant. Classmates, we owe a great deal to these, our patrons. Can we hope to repay them? In our efforts to do so, we, no doubt, will meet with failure, and then more failure. Nevertheless, we can show our gratitude by living pure and upright lives. And, in so doing, we will perform a twofold duty, for we will live as ideal citizens and will seek the kingdom of God. This can best be done by following our motto, “Vive cum Christo”—“Live with Christ”. Let us take Christ to our place of duty, to our place of pleasure, to our place of rest,- let us see Him in our relatives, friends, and associates. Let us imitate Him, whose life, when measured by worldly standards seems the most disastrous failure,- but, when weighed by Faith, becomes and remains the most remarkable triumph ever known. Beloved benefactors once more we welcome you. Your presence gives us the desire to go on, to attempt new and more difficult tasks, to prove our strength. So, wish us well, dear relatives and friends, Wish us the courage still to face the strife,; Help us resolve that when life’s great school ends Our names shall be found in the Book of Life. EDWARD M. JOYCE 27 THE AGNITA CLASS SONG (“Moonlight and Roses”) Our high school days have ended, Each childish fancy blended, We look to life’s long day. We re leaving our St. Agnes To meet with joy and sadness, And so we’re grieving, Because we’re leaving. Chorus Farewell, St. Agnes! We’ve memories of your white and blue. Our hearts are grateful For fondest guidance so true. Now we will leave you, Resolving to be ever true. Good-bye, we promise sweet loyalty to you. While farewell bells are ringing, To us, sweet thoughts are bringing Past years beyond recall. Our fond hearts will grow fonder, When through the years we’ll wander. Oft we’ll bless again Thoughts of this refrain. FRANCIS M. CONNELLY CLASS POEM Deep rooted in our joyful hearts, Firm fastened in all their parts Are memories of happy days Which could be sung in many lays. Memories dear to each glad heart Must not be left as we depart To battle life. We are prepared To spread the joy we knew and shared. With loyal care you watched us grow, Till we with zeal do gladly show The wealth of learning we’ve received, By which we cannot be deceived. O Patroness, we say farewell! To do our best, as time will tell. Thoughts of thee bring sweet reverie. St. Agnes dear, farewell to thee. WILLIAM A. BANNAN 28 THE AGNITA OUR PASSION PLAY Bible History characters lived again as the Seniors enacted “God’s Promise Fulfilled Adam and Eve labored again outside the Paradise Garden. Eve prophesied to the world that a second Eve would bear a re- deeming Son. Abie’s death, Cain’s horror, and Adam and Eve’s grief, as they witnessed the first death, were vividly recalled. The genuine piety, the chilly fear, the grewsome anguish and the pathetic sympathy which the most intimate friends of Christ ex- perienced during the first Holy Week were clearly visualized through- out the play. Mary’s silence, Magdalene’s sorrowful tears, Veronica’s con- solation, Procula’s defence, the mob’s riotous joy and Pilate’s weakness disclosed the varied emotions of those who were eye-witnesses of the Crucifixion. The mob before Pilate’s court made an attractive scene. Just as picturesque was that of Procula’s pleading and the telling of her dream. Yes, as a whole, the play was splendidly portrayed. The efforts of every senior assisted in the molding of a perfect performance. The patience and encouragement of our beloved pastor, Father Schuyler, enabled our humble play to be applauded as one of the best. A great deal of required labor accompanies every production,- but, since most of the work goes on for days and days before the per- formance or behind the stage door, it is seldom considered. The production may be perfect, but its perfection is acquired only through many hours spent in rehearsing, making and designing costumes and arranging scenes. The costumes for the class play were beautifully designed and made by the seamstresses of the cast, while the scenes were re- decorated by the cast painter . The lighting and changing of scenery was skillfully taken charge of by the veteran stage hands, boys of the Junior and Sophomore Classes. We hope those who rendered their services during the recent production of “God’s Promise Fulfilled’’ accept our humble thanks which, we fear, is a very inadequate means of complimenting them for the hours of service they have so generously given. HELEN E. TIGUE 29 GOD'S PROMISE FULFILLED THE CAST MARY REMAINS IN SILENT PRAYER PILATE WRITES THE INSCRIPTION FOR THE CROSS THE BODY OF JESUS IS PLACED IN THE ARMS OF MARY THE AGNITA THE FUTURE RECALLS THE PAST Setting: Time-—June 6, 1951. Place—The drawing room in the home of Mrs. Morgan Van AstorbiIt, the former Rosemary Gay. « « � � R. G.—Just fourteen years to the very day since I graduated from St. Agnes. Who would ever have thought then that I’d be an old married woman by now? Yet that day seems like yesterday. But I wonder where Mary Jane and Sue can be. They sa:d they d be here at two o’clock and they’re a half-hour late already. M. D.—Hello, Rosemary, did you think we would never get here? S. T.—I m terribly sorry to have kept you waiting but Junior just would- n t go to sleep,- and when I stopped over for Mary Jane that grouchy old editor, Mr. Conwell, wouldn’t let her go until she finished some assignment. If you were to pay any attention to him, you would think that the Rockdale Herald was the most important paper in the world. R. G.—What do you think I have found—an old memory book full of pictures, programs and cartoons and all kinds of memorandums from the good old days at Saint Agnes. M. D — Oh, let’s see, Rosemary, what a treasure! Let’s look at it! S. T.—Come, let s begin at the beginning and see what is in it. M. D.—See, h ere is one of those cartoons Trent Gaspari used to draw. It’s a picture of Jimmy Terrizzi picking petals from a dairy. Poor Jimmy always got the worst of those cartoons, and the laugh was always on him, but now he has the laugh on Trent. S. T.—How so? M. D.—Well, you know he is o renowned composer and fans are constantly reguesting him to outogroph pictures for them. S. T.—I wonder whot Trent thinks of oil this notoriety. R. G.—Probobly he is too busy to give much thought to it. He hos promised to complete within o month o volume entitled A Million Scotch Jokes.’’ M. D.—Who’s picture is thot, Rosemory? R. G.—You should recognize it, Mory Jone. Thot’s o picture of Jone Swords. It is doted 1933. Whot o child she wos then—bobbed hoir, sleeveless dress ond socks. S. T.—Jone was a mere child then. Have you see her lately? M. D.—Yes, but she is more occupied than before, now that she has retired from the business world. She is dedicating her life for the betterment of Malvern. There is no doubt but that she will be Malvern’s first mayor. R. G.—Speaking of politics—have you heard that Joseph Corcoran 34 THE AGNITA has been successful in receiving the contract for the interior decorating of the White House, which is soon to be renovated? S. T. I knew he would tire of a bookkeeper’s chair. R- G. But look, here is another photograph. M. D. Why, it is Joe McCool! Here s a date on the back, 1933. A mere freshmen also, and look at him today—a professor of Latin down at State Teachers and such a handsome one at that. Little boy, you ve gone a long way since those knicker” days. (Turning page.) Why, here is a picture of our Freshmen Hockey Team. S- T. I can remember the day Father Schuyler told us we were going to play real hockey. Yes, not jus (play the seventh grade,- but that we were going to play those big upper classmen. M. D. Remember the first season. We didn t even win a game, but we had the fun of playing, s. T. And the second and third seasons were just the same. R. G.-Oh, we didn t mind that. We payed up for losing in hockey by a good start in basketball. M. D.—Yes, we must say we didn t have a hard time in basketball, s. T. But the boys had a better season than any other class for a lonq time. M. D. Well, we must say they did very well in winning eigth games. S. T.-Oh, look, Rosemary—you have kept the cover from the book you received for highest average when we were freshmen. What a quiet little girl you were in those days! Today you are the most influential society leader in the East! R. G.—You will have me blushing in a.minute. I may be styled a sophisticated society woman, but I still blush. M. D. Frances Connelly was another blushing maiden, but she over- came it. S. T. Did you hear about the prominence she has gained lately? R. G.—No, I haven’t heard. What is it? M. D. Her gift ship has been classed as the best in the country and now the F. M. Connelly Gift Shop is a byword among all treasurer hunters. In her last letter she said she could hardly supply the demand for antiques. R. G.—Well, thqt is something, but look here. S. T. Rosemary, what in the world are you doing with these old cigar bands in your book? R. G. Oh, James Gleason put them in there once when we were in school. Remember those terrible cigars he used to smoke? M. D.—Yes, the very way he smoked so many cigars was a sign of his becoming a great politician. I never saw a politician yet without a cigar in his mouth. S. T.—What does this say?— 1934—Sophomore Year. Marie Jenk- ins won a prize for singing on the amateur hour.’’ Marie had musical aspirations in those days but she didn’t pursue them. R. G.—Where is Marie M. D.—She and Betty Ford founded a dancing school in Spain, and 35 THE AGNITA are now spending their time teaching the Spanish senioritas to do the tango and all modern American steps. S. T.—Here is another date in our Sophomore Year. December 5th The day Catherine Smith joined our number. Remember? R. G.—Oh, yes, she came from West Catholic. M. D.—And now she is back there again. She is in charge of ath- letics, you know. S. T.—No, you don’t mean it! She didn’t seem to care much for athletics at Saint Agnes, but then you can never tell what will happen in fourteen years. R. G.—Here is a picture of Joe Cumberland. He never had to worry about loose strands of hair getting into his eyes. S. T.—I’ll never forget the night we all went roller skating and we had to help hold him up constantly. M. D.—Yes, and look at him today, flashy star of the Ramblers Ice Hockey Team. R. G.—That reminds me. Did you know that William Gorman offered such serious competition to Sonja Heine that she finally had to return to her own country? M. D.—Is that why she returned? I wondered what the real reason was. R. G.—Yes, and they say that William is the named winner of the world’s figure skating championship. S. T.—I wish him luck. (Turning page.) Here is another date in 1935. The end of our Sophomore Year. M. D.—A memorandum of our election for Junior Officers. R. G.—Oh, yes, Mary Jane was elected president; Joseph Johnson, vice president; Jane Swords, secretary; Edward Joyce, treasurer. S. T.—The election of the treasurer was by no means a decisive victory. Edward won by but a few votes more than Catherine Connor. M. D.—It’s a long time since I have seen Catherine. She became very much interested in swimming. R. G.—Why, yes, she and Margaret Purcell are in training for the next Olympics. Margaret is interested in the backstroke championship and Catherine is going to try to win a fancy diving title. S. T.—What those two ever attempted they accomplished. You re- member Catherine won the Milk Essay” prize when a freshman. But what happy group is this? M. D.—It is a picture of Eleanor Collins, Kay Torris, and Eleanor Hayes taken when we were juniors. Just look at this picture. It is not difficult to see how they are a female version of the three Ritz Brothers. R. G.—Those three were always together our last few years of school and they enjoyed themselves no matter where they were. S. T.—They will always be remembered for their remarkable ability and cooperation on the basketball floor. M. D.—Yes, Eleanor Coll ins was captain. S. T.—But then we always knew that with a sense of humor like theirs, they were destined for success as comedians. 36 THE AGNITA M. D.—Sue, what ever happened to your pal, Estelle Coggins? S. T.— Oh, I haven t seen much of her lately. She is working on some kind of an invention which will do bookkeeping for you. She says she is going to make sure no children of hers will ever have to slave over bookkeeping assignments as she did. M. D. Good for her! Now somebody will have to invent something to take shorthand and then our children won’t be able to argue over which course is the harder, Commercial or Classical. R- G. What arguments we used to have! And neither the Classical nor the Commercials could persuade the other that their course was the harder. M. D. They were the good old days. Edward Joyce and Joseph McCool were the leaders. S. T.—Where is Ed now? M. D. He is now employed by the government as an accountant. He has made his home in Harrisburg. R- G.—(Turning the page.) Here is another note. What does this say? S. T.— Election in 1936 for Senior Officers. R. G.-Oh, yes, that was at the end of our Junior Year. M. D.—Wasn t that the year the boys won the class league? R. G.—Yes, I believe so. S. T.—Here is a picture of the officers. M. D. Edward Joyce was president,- James Gleason, vice president; Kathleen Torn's, treasurer,- Elizabeth McCusker, secretary. R. G.—Edward and James will always be remembered for their great oratorical ability which was very hefpful to them in the offices which they held. S. T.—I don t believe anyone could ever forget the way Kathleen used to go about on Monday morning collecting class dues and re- minding us how much we owed. M. D. And Betty, remember how we all thought she would choose a business career, but she is employed by the University of Penn- sylvania to determine the I.Q. of incoming students. S. T. Look here—well, if this isn’t a strand of Helen Tigue’s red hair. Remember how angry Helen would get when we called her Reds . But just look at the fame her hair brought her. She is known as Red-headed Helen , the reason why more women are dying their hair red. Her beauty salon in Paris is world renowned. R- G.—Yes, I stopped in to see her when I was abroad last spring. She employs French, Spanish, Italian and English hair-dressers and addresses them in their native tongue with the greatest of ease. S. T.—But look at all these notes. What a busy year our Junior Year must have been—selection fo pins, edition of a paper, preparation for the banquet, selection of class colors, and the election of officers. But even that was nothing compared to our Senior Year. Do you remember the Agnita and the Passion Play? What a success they were! 37 THE AGNITA M. D.—Here are some souvenirs from the banquet. What a good time we had! Remember how all the boys learned to dance for it—even Bill Bannan. R. G.—Bill is quite a famous person now, isn’t he !5 S. T.—Yes, he has a patent on installing radios in electric refrigerators. His theory is that foods chilled to the tune of proper wave lengths will promote harmony in the human system when digested and will thus prevent indigestion and poisoning. M.D.—Do you know in the short time we have been here we dis- cussed what has happened to nearly every member of our class. Let's see, there are still a few—oh, yes, Joe Snyder. R. G.—Why, I read about him the paper last week. Joe is out in Hollywood now with his orchestra. According to the paper, he and the orchestra are to be featured in a picture. M. D.—And Mary Glisson, where is she now? S. T.—She is successor to Mrs. Anna Scott and her wonderful cooking receipts are used by housewives and restaurants throughout the country. I believe she is giving a cooking demonstration today at Gimbel’s Store in Philadelphia. R. G.—Well, what do you think of that! S. T.—But look, (turning page) here is the last page of your book, Rosemary, and here is a pressed rose and a graduation program. (Read program.) Dear me, times do not change so much after all. The program is almost the same as the one that was had by the High School last night. Dear old school days, the happiest days of our life! Dear old St. Agnes High School and those boys and girls that meant so much to my youth! R. G.—My! but I have enjoyed the afternoon. I think we should have a class reunion. M. D.—I agree with you. If three of us have found so much pleasure in going through a memory book, how much pleasure would the whole class have in seeing one another again and talking over those good old school days? S. T.—Why not have a class reunion next year? It will be our fifteenth anniversary, and we ought to be able to get in touch with all the members of our class by then. R. G.—We can hold it in the same room in the Mansion House where we used to have our Junior-Senior Banquets. M. D.—And as the crowning event of the evening we II bring out this book. What a surprise it will be! S. T.—(looking at watch) Good heavens! It’s half-past five. I ve got to go. M. D.—I must go also—but, Rosemary, do you mind if I take this book with me? I’d like to go through it once more, and get away from the reality of today. Before I know it, I’ll be a carefree high school girl again, taking part in the class day exercises of the great class of 37”—no cares, no worries, no ideas as to what the future holds. 38 THE AGNITA R. G.—Surely, Mary Jane, take it with you. But try to get in touch with as many of our old classmates as you can, and we will meet again to plan for the reunion. S. T.—Well, goodbye, Rosemary. It has been a lovely afternoon. 1 feel almost young again. R. G.—Goodbye, and don’t forget the reunion. M. D.—Don’t worry! Goodbye! MARY JANE DALTON ROSEMARY E. GAY SUE M. TRAVIS THINGS WE HOPE NEVER TO SEE Eleanor Collins Worried Frances Connelly . . . . Tall Sue Travis Catherine Smith Pale Mary Glisson Acting silly Marie Jenkins Margaret Purcell . . . . In a pensive mood Kathleen Torris Lonesome Rosemary Gay Catherine Connor . . . Helen Tigue Estelle Coggins Stout Elizabeth Ford Eleanor Hayes Thin Jane Swords Friendless Elizabeth McCusker. . Without a keen mentality Mary Jane Dalton . . . Joseph Cumberland. . Unfriendly James Gleason William Gorman Unpleasant Joseph Snyder William Bannan William Conwell . . . . James Terrizzi Trent Gaspari Edward Joyce Joseph Corcoran . . . . Joseph McCool CATHERINE A. CONNOR 39 THE AGNITA A WOMAN'S PLACE IS IN THE HOME Sally Meredith kicked an angry and discontented—if slim well- shod—little foot into poor defenseless Mother Earth. Mother Earth had been taking quite a few sullen kicks lately, since Sally, society’s darl ing, had been forced to become an amateur pilot instructress. She was particularly glum today, because today was Thursday, and Thursday was the day when the most stupid of all her stupid pupils came for his instruction. She glanced murderously down the field as she glimpsed her pet bore with a happy smile on his impishly grinning face. His cheerful appearance annoyed her, especially as he was nothing but an imbecile when handling the controls. As she greeted him she muttered savagely to herself, I’ll fix him today so that he will not want any more Thursday instructions.” While they rose gracefully from the ground, Sally was patiently explaining the intricate mechanisms of the dashboard. Then high in the sky, Sally’s wicked plan again came to her. She looped and dipped and circled, but for some reason she lost complete control of the situation. The controls were just gadgets to her blankly dazed mind. She saw to her horror the ground rising up to meet them. She screamed but her cry was muffled by a masterful hand and a scornful voice cutting her. Shut up, you little fool,- you don’t know it all yet; get out of the way.” He roughly pushed her aside, and the last thing she felt was a crushing blow on her head while her side crashed into something unyielding. When Sally finally awoke she found herself surrounded by white walls, with only one eye in use, her head bandaged, and her side aching painfully. She languidly greeted the brisk little nurse who entered bearing a tray and the morning newspaper. When she finished her breakfast, she idly picked up the paper and glaring headlines caught her eye—“TOMMY WALKER TAKEN FOR A RIDE YESTERDAY, BUT IN THE END HE SAVED THE DAY.” She read, Our world famous aviator almost never came back. Tommy for some unknown reason has been taking flying lessons for two weeks from a pretty, though scatter-brained, little deb, and yesterday he learned a bitter lesson, when our heroine lost her head, and he was forced to sacrifice chivalry and knock her out to save both their lives. The only remark we could wrangle from the bitterly disgusted Tommy —who by the way, has from the escapade a broken wrist, three broken ribs and a badly scratched face—was the caustic reminder that a woman’s place is in the home. The little instructress is likewise su fieri ng two broken ribs and a badly bruished head.” And badly wounded pride,” added the shameful Sally, as she writhed in agony both from her broken ribs and from the thought of her officious directions to her world-famous pupil. In the future I shall limit my activities to something at home,” she murmured ruefully. FRANCES M. CONNELLY 40 THE HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA THE AGNITA VALEDICTORY The cornerstone in Truth is laid, The walls of lustrous Honour made, The roof of Faith is built above, The fire upon the hearth is Love. Though rains descend and loud winds roar, This class is strong foevermore. In this world about us, architects are necessary persons. Their duty is to build houses so that these may be serviceable as well as ornamental. The exterior of the house is made by the builder, but the interior must be furnished by the owner or the representative of that person—thus the interior bespeaks the individual. Unless plans are well made, foresight used and great care exercised in the choice of material, the house becomes one of ridicule and condemnation instead of one of pride and example. To decorate the interior of a poor structure is to be extravagantly wasteful. For the last twelve years of our school life, we have been builders. We have been taught to plan and foresee by our Pastor and teachers. That our houses might be useful as well as ornamental, we have been given the very best material with which to work. Truth is our corner- stone, Honour supports our houses and Faith covers them. With these virtues we have completed the exterior. In the interior has been placed the spark of Love—Love for God, Love for our home, and Love for our neighbor. We have placed above all the two com- mandments which contain the whole law of God— Thou shalt love the Lord, thy God, with thy whole heart, with thy whole soul, with thy whole strength and with thy whole mind. Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. The furnishing of the interior is left to each one of us. We can adorn our houses with the most precious jewels—virtues,- or we can mar them with that great monster—sin. God grant that we select the former! To do so we must live up to what we have learned. But now each one of us feels confident in undertaking the task of making the interior of our houses full of God’s sunshine, hope and love. We pray we shall never let an evil doing enter those walls of Honour or that roof of Faith. To our beloved Pastor and the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we extend our deepest gratitude. This is not a light fantastical gratitude, but one more meaningful than words. We humbly ask you to continue to pray for us,- pray that we, by our life’s work, shall make these humble dwellings heavenly mansions. Dear Parents, your encouragement has helped us to build our houses. Without your sacrifices we would have been like builders without the means of purchasing materials, and never would we have been able to stand before you to show you the houses which we helped to build. 42 THE AGNITA The friendships we have made are as lasting as the cornerstone of Truth, the walls of Honour and the roof of Faith which we have built. Let us always keep and treasure these friendships because they are true, and true friends add lustre by making virtue firmer. Dear Classmates, we are at the end and yet we are at the be- ginning. We have finished the exterior of our houses and are about to begin the interior, and let us enter upon this task with Light in our eyes, Hope in our hearts, With God, our Love, to guide us And stay e’eriastingly beside us. ELIZABETH J. McCUSKER OUR ALPHABET Affectionate and active we all are ever Bitter, brutal or blaming—never, oh, never! Cheery, calm and courageous we always will be, Destructive or dangerous—oh, never were we! Erudite and expressive in all that we do, Fright and fear and forwardness are found in so few. Gen ial and gay, gentle and generous and grave, Happy and humorous, and in all things so brave. Ingenious and innocent—we’re without fail, Joyful and jovial, the Seniors all do hail. Knowing and so knightly—never raising a fuss, Lazy and lying they have never thus called us. Meekness and such modesty!—at bragging we’re mutes, Nobility and naivete are attributes. Obstinacy, oh, never—nor such substitutes. Pleasant, placid, and patient as always in youth, Quiet and always quick—what I say is the truth. Respectful and reverent, and ever so real, Sincere and straightforward is the way that we feel. Temperate and trustworthy—thus we are fated, Unprejudiced are we—not uncultivated. Venemous or vulgar—we don’t know the meaning, Well-bred—and willingness is part of our being. Xciting—the word left to use, so it seems, Yielding and youthful, as are people found in dreams. Zealous, we will say, to close this most fitting rhyme, And I know there'll be many who’ll say, “About time.’’ FRANCES M. CONNELLY 43 THE AGNITA CLASS WILL THE time is now at hand when we, the Senior Class of Saint Agnes I High School, must depart from our Alma Mater and embark on a new life. As we must leave memories and remebrances, we bequeath them to those whom we have considered the rightful heirs. To our Alma Mater, we bequeath our most ardent love and sincere devotion with the hope that in the course of years she will be able to produce at least one class as brilliant and intellectual as is ours. To Father Schuyler, we bequeath everlasting gratitude for his patient endurance of our many faults. To the Sisters, we bequeath our deepest appreciation with our zealous desire to become a credit to their teaching. To the Freshmen, we present biology text-books and Caesars Gallic Wars, but only on condition that they promise to dispense with marbles, tops, jacks and dolls. To the Sophomores, we leave a portion of our dignity, self- assurance and good judgment. You will need the latter while working in the Chemistry Laboratory. To our immediate successors, the Juniors, we will our honorary title, “Seniors , with the hope that it will bring them the many privi- leges it brought us. We give them the pleasure of correcting the mistakes we have made and of learning all that we failed to learn. To the individual members of the said class we leave a few of our characteristics to enable them to duplicate our success as seniors.. To Joseph Dawson, Edward Joyce’s exclusive right to the well- beaten path to Malvern, also his presidential qualifications. To George Donohue, Joseph McCool’s “Park Avenue” walk and “Palm Beach manner. To Dorothy Cowan, Eleanor Collin’s giggles and her easy going manner. To Edith Dutt, Eleanor Hayes’ secret reducing exercises. To John Torris, Estelle Coggins’ skill in driving a car. To Andrew Lebresco, Joseph Corcoran’s alarm clock. To Elizabeth Burkenstock, Rosemary Gay’s dimples, curly hair, and neatness. To William Hayes, Trent Gaspari’s slimness. To Doris Corvin, Joseph Cumberland’s quick temper. To Charles Brown, Mary Jane Dalton’s studiousness. To Eileen McCormick, James Gleason’s extra credits. To Marie Kavanaugh, Marie Jenkins’ voice. It is guaranteed to work any hour—day or night. 44 THE AGNITA To Arthur Corcoran, Frances Connelly s Latin pony. To James Connor, William Bannan’s prowess on the basketball floor. To Esther Clark, Mary Glisson’s quietness, also her many secrets. To Lewis Megargee, Sue Travis’ excessive energy. To Anne Badum, Jane Swords’ position as everybody’s secretary. To William Martin, Elizabeth McCusker s efficiency in typewriting and Joseph Corcoran’s drawl. To Elizabeth Purcell, Helen Tigue’s vocabulary and a “wee” bit of her pertness. To Thomas Morley, Kathleen Torris’ desire for news, also her pleasure in teasing. To Robert Hayes, James Terrizzi's ability to compose music so that he may link rhyme with rhythm. To Thomas Pasquale, Catherine Smith’s ready made’’ excuses— so that asthma will not become chronic. To Harry McCullough, William Conwell’s frequent holidays in order to give him more time to muster up topics for discussions. To Andrew Harold, Joseph Cumberland’s exuberance and a few inches of his height. To Elizabeth Shaffer, Elizabeth Ford’s freckles. To Elizabeth McLaughlin, Catherine Connor’s pleasing manner. To Mary Hunt, Margaret Purcell's sense of humor. To Francis Moran, Joseph Snyder’s sophisticated manner and his fondness for dancing. To Edward McCormick, William Gorman’s ear lobes to balance his height. As reluctantly as a miser must part with his gold, we part with these traits which have been so dear to us. We will not be the same without them. However, they are more needed by those approach- ing “senior days’’ and we are thus forced to offer them to our successors. Having bequeathed all we possess, have possessed and expect to possess, we hereby appoint the Faculty as executors of this our last will and testament. In witness whereof, we have hereunto set our hands and seals on this fifth day of June, A. D. 1937. Signed:—Senior Class EDWARD M. JOYCE, President JAMES C. GLEASON, Vice President 45 BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM THE AGNITA BASKETBALL At the advent of the 1936-37 basketball season, the prospects at St. Agnes High were the brightest in recent years. With three veterans, a few reserves, and new material from the Freshman Class, our coach, Father Farrell, was able to mold Quite a formidable combi- nation. The team gradually took shape, and began to work both smoothly and effectively. The team, urged on by the wonderful enthusiasm of the student body, worked vigorously and proved from the beginning that it had in it the heart of a winner. On December 15th we showed our prow- ess on the wooden way by turning back St. Thomas More s in Phila- delphia. St. Matthew’s was our next victim,- but as all things must come to an end, we met our arch rival, St. Katherine s at Wayne and were defeated. Our most impressive victory was over Avon-Grove at Avon-Grove. The game was the most spectacular and colorful of the season. The fast stepping St. Robert’s team of Chester possessed a defense that was impregnable from the beginning of the game to the end thus enabling them to romp over St. Agnes by the massive score of 53 to 22. Only two teams were able to defeat St. Agnes twice, these being St. Katherine’s and St. Robert s. The leadership of Captain Edward Joyce was a beacon light for the whole squad. His ability and sportmanlike manner gave us a captain of which we are justly proud. The scores of both Varsity and Junior Varsity tilts are Iisted below: SCHEDULE OF 1936-37 Varsity Junior Varsity We They We They December 15—St. Thomas More . 20 18 19 16 18 Avon-Grove High 11 21 19 17 January 12—St. Matthew's . 25 21 8 12 15 St. Katherine’s . 19 24 8 13 19—Willistown . 33 16 22 -Warwick High . 40 23 23 16 26—St. Thomas More . 37 15 16 14 29—St. Robert’s . 22 53 11 29 February 5—Church Farm School . 24 19 13 15 9—St. Katherine’s . 25 29 30 18 16—Warwick High . 24 19 26 9 23—Avon-Grove High . 26 23 16 14 26—St. Matthew’s . 18 21 9 12 March 2—St. Robert's . 22 45 8 17 47 THE AGNITA In conclusion, we wish to extend our sincere gratitude to our beloved coach, Father arrell, for precious time spent in our behalf. Under his guidance another good basketball record was established at St. Agnes High School. By winning eight games and losing six, we came within one game of tying the established record at St. Agnes. INTRA-MURAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE At the close of the 1936-37 basketball season the Class Leagues at St. Agnes began. Each class in the High School presented a quintet that had high hopes of winning the Class League. The Juniors with superb passing and erratic shooting, clinched the title. The Seniors claimed second place, with the Sophomores and Freshmen tied for last place. The winning team received a token of victory from Father Schuyler. The gymnasium in the School Annex was the scene of the Seventh and Eighth Grade boys' basketball games. Four teams were in the league: Blue and White coached by Will iam Bannan Orange and Black, by Edward Joyce Cherry and White, by Joseph Snyder Purple and Gold, by Joseph Cumberland The championship was decided by a playoff game between the Blue and White and the Orange and Black. The Blue and White emerged victoriously. WILLIAM A. BANNAN EVENTFUL DATES October 15—Father Schuyler left for Lourdes. November 2—Began 12:30 lunch period. 6—Fatn er Schuyler said Mass for the Seniors at Lourdes. December 23—Annual Christmas Play. 24—Father Schuyler returned from Lourdes. January 14—Began mid-year examinations. 18— Selected class rings. 19— Began High School Retreat in honor of St. Agnes. February 1—Announced the winner of the Knights of Columbus essay prize—James Terrizzi. 2 Chose class valedictorian, salutatorian and members of the staff of the Agnita. March 21—Presented annual Passion Play. April 20—Visited Temple’s Printing Establishment. 23—Catherine Connor chosen May Queen. May 16—May Procession. June 3—Junior-Senior Banquet. 5— Class Day exercises. 6— Graduation exercises. 7— Trip to Washington. 14—Annual Picnic. ELIZABETH J. McCUSKER 48 THE AGNITA BASKETBALL The 1936-37 basketball season for the girls began after the Christmas holidays. All the girls in the different classes were anxious for their first game. Our aim was to win the cup, and with this in mind we started out determined to do our best. The same girls who had been so faithful and loyal to the team for the three previous years were now on hand for the fourth and last year of their basketball career at St. Agnes. The players were: Center Kathleen Torris Guards Forwards Eleanor Hayes Sue Travis Eleanor Collins (Capt.) Margaret Purcell Helen Tigue Elizabeth McCusker As is customary, the first game was played between the Seniors and Juniors. We, being victorious, were spurred on since we thought the Juniors would be our strongest competitors. However, the Sophomores and Freshmen had a little surprise in store for us. Al- though we bowed to the Freshmen only once and were once tied by the Sophomores, there were many times when we wondered if we would accomplish our aim. We had one of the most successful years in girls’ basketball at St. Agnes. The Seniors' second team is also rejoicing over its victory. It was not only at the head of the league this year, but has been the leader for its four years in high school. Those who played on the second team are: Rosemary Gay (Capt.), Mary Jane Dalton, Jane Swords, Frances Connelly, Catherine Smith, Estelle Coggins, Mary Glisson, Elizabeth Ford, Marie Jenkins. Without our beloved Pastor s untiring efforts with us, these pleas- ant battles would never have been fought. Words are too inadequate to express our appreciation. FINAL STANDING First Team Won Lost Tied Points Seniors 7 1 1 15 Juniors 6 3 0 12 Freshmen 3 6 0 6 Sophomores 1 7 1 3 Second Team Won Lost Tied Points 8 1 0 16 Juniors 6 3 0 12 Freshmen 5 4 0 10 Sophomores 0 9 0 0 49 o CO LU LU THE AGNITA GRADE GIRLS' BASKETBALL A series of interesting games was played by the Seventh and Eighth Grade girls. These games came to a close with the victory in favor of the Green Team. The teams and their coaches are as follows: Blue—Eleanor Hayes, Mary Jane Dalton, Jane Swords Yellow—Frances Connelly, Rosemary Gay Red—Kathleen Torris, Eleanor Collins, Marie Jenkins Green—Margaret Purcell, Sue Travis, Elizabeth Ford FINAL STANDING Won Lost Tied Points Green.......................................... 5 1 0 10 Blue........................................... 4 2 0 8 Yellow......................................... 2 4 0 4 Red............................................ 1 5 0 2 ELEANOR A. COLLINS THE 1937 DICTIONARY William BANnan..................A proclamation William ConWELL.................A spring Joseph CORCoran.................A stopple Joseph CumberLAND...............Solid matter Trent GASPari...................Painful catching of breath James GLEason...................Joy William GORman..................A gusset Edward JOYce....................Mirth Joseph McCOOL...................A moderate state of cold JAMes Terrizzi..................Boiled fruit Joseph S-NYder..................That which is near Estelle COGgins.................Tooth of a wheel Eleanor COLLIns.................A Scotch sheepdog CATherine Connor................A member of the tiger family FRANCEs Connelly................A country Mary Jane DalTON................20 Hundredweight Elizabeth FORD..................A automobile ROSEMARY Gay....................A sweet-smelling evergreen shrui) Eleanor HAYes...................A grain Mary GlisSON....................A male descendant Marie JenkINs...................A preposition ELIzabeth McCusker..............A prophet Margaret PurCELL................A small room Catherine S-MITH................A legend Jane SWORDs.....................A weapon Helen Tlgue.....................A union KAY Torris......................A letter of the alphabet SUE Travis......................Bring suit against ESTELLE M. COGGINS 51 THE AGNITA ALUMNI NOTES The members and officers of the St. Agnes’ Alumni Association extend congratulations to the Class of 37 upon the successful com- pletion of the High School course. It is very essential that all graduates of our High School become active members of this Association. Only by participating in the activities of the Alumni can the present officers keep abreast of the changing conditions, customs and needs of the school. Let every member of this Class become interested in the Asso- ciation, attend the meetings and contribute—either work or coin—to the betterment of the organization, and in so doing you will show your loyalty to St. Agnes’ High School. We bid you a hearty welcome, and hope that your future will be bright and that success will be yours. LAWRENCE J. REILLY, President CLASS OF 1925 The Class of 1925 extends to the Class of 1937—Greetings— and best wishes for a happy and successful future. Though small in number the Class of ’25 will achieve great things as the years go on—with our motto ever before us Non Sioi sed Om- nibus” and the teachings of the dear Sisters in our hearts we will sail on to bigger and better things. Father William J. Geary is assistant pastor at St. Mary’s Church, Phoenixville. Father Geary, our Class President is our first pride and j wy. Sister M. Leonilla (Mary R. Forquer) claims second place on our roll of honor—Sister is now stationed in Lima, Peru. Ann Farrell Quill (Mrs. William Quill), Agnes Peoples King (Mrs. Clyde King), John B. Shay and Joseph L. Hanselman, Alice Corcoran Chambers (Mrs. H. Herbert Chambers), Margaret Tigue Piersol (Mrs. McClelland Piersol) are happily sailing the seas of Matrimony. Billy Quill; Kathleen, Joan and Eileen Shay,- Adelby Hanselman,- Bertie, Dan and Ellen Chambers are the junior members of our class. M. Grace Corvin, Marian F. Lewis and Helen A. Meara are still enjoying single blessedness and doing great things in the business and professional world. ALICE CORCORAN CHAMBERS, ’25 CLASS OF 1927 Casting a backward glance it seems impossible to believe we are this year celebrating our tenth anniversary. We, the Class of 1927, take this opportunity to express our appreciation and thanks to Father Schuyler and the Sisters for their ever untiring effort shown to us during our school days. Next, we wish to offer our sincere congratulations to the Class of 52 THE AGNITA 1937 and to wish them every success in life. After our best wishes have been extended to you, I think it is fitting to tell you something of our experience for the past ten years. As we told you before, Gertrude Doyle, Anne Laffey, Anne Robinson, Catherine Hickey, Dorothea Penrose, Elizabeth McCool, Alice Moore have married and are enjoying their own homes. Catherine Clancy, Ellen Montgomery and Agnes Huber are very successful in their chosen profession—Nursing. Margaret Delaney can still be found employed in the Bell Tele- phone Company. Paul Kehoe is employed by the Denney Tag as a bookkeeper. Alice Cosgrove is a private telephone operator at the Chester County Hospital. Raymond Yeager is working for Swift Co. located in Ohio. Joseph Finnegan is connected with the American Store Company. Anne Meara is employed by the Lenape Hydraulic Works. The writer is employed by Mostellers’, Inc. HELEN BURKENSTOCK, '27 CLASS OF 1929 Eight years have passed since we, the class of '29 left the portals of our beloved Alma Mater to take up our tasks in this busy world. It has been a pleasant memory to look upon our happy days spent under the guidance of our beloved Pastor, Reverend Father Schuyler, and the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. In calling the roll, we find representatives in nearly all the fields of endeavor: Elwood McGrogan, one of the married men of the class, is em- ployed at Kift's Greenhouses. Thomas Finegan, another married member, is a valued employee of the American Stores, Inc. Mary Connelly is an unseen friend in the Personal Finance Co. Marie O’Brien holds a position with I. M. Clompus. Mary Anderson is teaching in the Downingtown Elementary School. Mary has just recently announced her engagement. Mary Avil is assisting in the office of the West Philadelphia High School for Girls. Elvira Beltramo is teaching Social Studies at the Dominican School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Madeline Cosgrove and Helen Farrell are using their valuable hospital training in assisting the sick to regain health. Edmund Consgriff is one of West Chester s very successful me- chanical dentists. Be true to your teeth, or they will be false to you!” Catherine Cotter is still rendering her services to the Denney Tag Company. Frances Halligan Morrison and Margaret Halligan are employed at the Chester County Hospital. 53 THE AGNITA Russel Hurst has taken unto himself a wife and is living in Ger- mantown following an engineering career. Edna Kamerze is assisting in making the Lorraine Dining Room a success. Dorothy Lewis is a technician at St. Joseph s Hospital, Reading. Thorn Lewis is a competent helper at McCue s Service Station. Beatrice Meyer is aiding the ladies in selecting their new bonnets. Margaret Montgomery is capably running the Commercial De- partment of the North Coventry High School, Pottstown. Dorothy Nider is an employee of a local cleaner and dyer. Catherine Rielly is at home. John Riel ly is numbered as one of DeHaven s assets. Helen Ricci is working for her father. Catherine Powers is employed at Kennett Square. Matrimony has claimed Helen Dulin Jarrett, Helen Jackson West, Helen Kerr Dickens, Helen Treston Smith, and Catherine Nolan McKoewan. The undersigned is operating a Service Station at Paoli and an Electric Appliance store in Downingtown. Class of ’37, we congratulate you and wish you continued success. WILLIAM H. MURRAY, '29 CLASS OF 1930 Our Class Earl HOIman CatheriNe Leonard MarGaret Collins CarRol Moran Margaret ChAxelle Elizabeth Reilly Helen RUdolph Anne BaLdwin Catherine BrAttigan LoretTa Slavin Margaret Hickey Joseph COnnell Lawrence FiNegan Anna PaSquale Our Greetings MargueRite Finegan IdellA McCool Kedino CorDivane Joseph Pribllla WiiliAm Hayes MargueriTe McIntyre Phillip BEItramo Julia PaSquale MARGARET COLLINS, ‘30 54 THE AGNITA CLASS OF 1931 Congratulations, Class of 1937! This greeting comes from the Class of 1931. Six years ago we were graduated from our beloved Alma Mater. True, six years have brought many changes, but, without exception, we have been successful in our various undertakings. Above all, we have learned to appreciate and practice the many beautiful lessons we received during our brief but happy stay at Saint Agnes. Never shall we forget the untiring efforts of our beloved Pastor, Father Schuyler, and the perfect example and kindness of the Sisters. Class of 1937! May they be for you, also, the light by which your goal will have been reached and remember that: It is our joy in life to find, At every turning of the road, The strong arms of a comrade kind To help us onward with our load, And, since, we have no gold to give, And love alone must make amends, Our only prayer is while we live, God make us worthy of our friends. It is the desire of the Class of 1931, that this, your Graduation Day, may linger in your memories as one of the happiest days of your life and may it be for you but the beginning of greater things in days to come. HARRIET M. JOYCE, '31 CLASS OF 1933 Another Graduation Day draws near and again we look back on those days gone by. Those happy and carefree days spent at Saint Agnes. Four years have elapsed since we left the sheltered portals of Saint Agnes High School to take our places in the world. To some, four years may seem a long time, but to us it seems but a few days since we, too, were looking forward to that great day. The Class of 1933 again take this opportunity to thank our Beloved Pastor and the Sisters for all they have done for us. Class of 1937, we congratulate you! May your paths lead on and upward with the hope that your names will be an honor to our Alma Mater. William O Brien, our president, is still in the services of the United States Army. Marie Hurst, after attending three years at Immaculata College, made good in the big metropolis of New York City, where she has obtained a stenographic position with a large firm on Wall Street. Marie Hanselman is anticipating another Graduation Day. This time she is leaving Immaculata College where she will have completed a B.S. Course in Commercial Education. Congratulations, Marie, and may life's finest joys and blessings brighten your future way. 55 THE AGNITA Miriam Moran is rendering her services at the Chester County Hospital as a Laboratory Technician. Charlotte Tigue is a nurse on general duties at the Chester County Hospital. The following have chosen matrimonial careers: Mrs. John Gibney (nee Isabel Connelly). Mrs. Charles DeHaven (nee Helen Corcoran). Mrs. Joseph Dunleavy (nee Elizabeth Miller). Mrs. Edward Lyman (nee Elizabeth Pitt). John McCormick is holding a position in the Capitol at Harris- burg, Pa. Richard Donnelly is employed by the Progress Works Administration. Eileen Farrell is working in the office of the Downingtown Paper Company. Isabel Haley fills her days with the domestic duties of her home. Mary McCusker is still a dependable employee at the Westtown School. Marie Morley is employed at the Chester County Hospital. Catherine White, a graduate nurse of the Misericordia Hospital, is kept busy caring for the sick. Catherine Kelly and Robert McCue are both employed in Lenni, their home town. The undersigned is still among the employees of the Denney Tag Company. AMELIA M. DiPASQUALE, '33 CLASS OF 1934 Graduating Class of Thirty-seven, congratulations! May we, the Class of Thirty-four, join in wishing you success at its highest peak. To Father Schuyler and the dear-Sisters, whose worthy inspirations have awarded us many achievements in these three years, we offer our humble and sincere thanks. Another year has gone by and with it these new accomplishments: Dorothy Joyce, who in religion is Sister Marie Edward, is teaching at the Transfiguration School in Philadelphia. Frances Purcell, now Sister Regina Agnese, is teaching at St. Bernard’s School in Easton. Joseph Clark can still be found employed at Eachus Dairies. Richard Snitzer is employed in Philadelphia. Clement Connell and Joseph McCauley are able workers for the Pennsylvania Railroad. Clement is at Wilmington and Joseph on the Main Line. Jean Curtin McCusker and Dorita Swords Darlington have re- cently entered the holy state of Matrimony—Congratulations! Eleanor Dooley and Anna Donahue have completed their training at the Homeopathic Hospital—Congratulations! John Bannan is under the employ of Collins and Aikman at Bondsville. 56 THE AGNITA Matthew Collins is quite an expert ' fizzician” now and is still employed at Weaner’s Drug Store. Elizabeth Donahue is completing her business course at Immaculata College. Thomas Montgomery is a clerk at the Great Market in West Chester. Margaret McCool and Anna Monaghan are diligently continuing their studies at State Teachers’ College. Clare Connelly is employed at the Eastern Sales Company. Mary McCue, our beautician, is hairdressing in an establishment in Upper Darby. Mary McCullough is continuing her training at the Misericordia Hospital. Esther Donahue has embarked on a musical career and is attending Immaculata College. Victor Giancola is an employee at the West Chester Hosiery Mills Corporation. Marie Oakes continues her secretarial work and is working in an office in the Court House Annex. William Sheller is using his business personality under the employ of Eugene Huber. James Zaccarelli is employed at the American Bronze Company at Paoli. Elizabeth Wendt has moved to Michigan where she is residing with her mother. William Mann is an employee at the Jacob Mushroom Cannery. Anna Pitt holds a secretarial position at the E. L. Mansure Manu- facturing Company in Philadelphia. Margaret Duffy and Helen Reilly prove themselves quite helpful at home. Hugh McCusker, our recent bridegroom, is employed at the Ford Plant in Chester. Mildred Orendorff and the undersigned areat your service at the Bell Telephone Company. MARGARET M. DAWSON, ’34 CLASS OF 1935 Our memories haven’t far to stray to recall the spring of 1935, when twenty-four anxious high school boys and girls were excitedly anticipating Graduation Day. Yes, our schoolday memories are pleasant ones. They inspire us now to look confidently toward the future to carry out those duties for which we were so carefully trained. Soon your schooldays will be memories, too, and you likewise will be putting that training into practice. Perhaps it will seem strange to you at first to realize you are no longer pupils of that beloved school where you spent your happiest days. But, even though you are no longer pupils you will hold a welcome place in the Alumni. 57 THE AGNITA Here you will have the opportunity of proving your gratitude for the gift of those precious days. We offer you now our sincere congratulations. To the Sisters and Priests to whom we are so greatly indebted we also offer our gratitude, loyalty, and appreciation for all they have done for us. MARIE COTTER, ’35 CLASS OF 1936 We, who did but a year ago take leave of Saint Agnes High School, congratulate this graduating class of 1937. We pray that they may find peace and happiness, and hope for them, in their pro- fessions, a future successful and ever secure. During the few months since our departure from school, we have only begun to appreciate the principles taught by Father Schuyler and the beloved Sisters. May their endeavors for man, through God, never cease! The following is an account of our progress up to the present time: Thomas McKnight, our president, is attending the University of Virginia. Mary McCormick is employed at Devon. Catherine Snitzer is employed at Strafford. Donald Brewster is assisting his father on the M. A. Frame Trucks”. William Corcoran is a tree surgeon at Springfield. Mary Dolan is attending Immaculata College. Jean Anderson, Marie Doohan, Rose Kamertze, Gertrude Moran and Lucille Scott are at home. William Gallagher is assisting at Titzoatrick’s Grocery Store. Rose Kelly has a position in West Philadelphia. Joan Haley is employed at the Sportoggery in West Chester. Eleanor Ironside is secretary to Dr. James J. Rogan. Catherine King is employed by the Rusticraft in Malvern. Margaret McCullough is attending Bank’s Business College. Helen McCusker is an operator at the Bell Telephone Company. Isabelle Martin holds a position in Merion. Elizabeth Monaghan is aiding in the office of the Jacob Mushroom Plant. Francis Murray is employed by the Feed Mill at Frazer. Eleanor Frame is rendering service to the Denney Tag Company. The undersigned is employed by the Philadelphia Electric Company. Thus we are after one year. May each year find us merging into our new environment until we shall reach that point which we call success, and may this success bring the peace and happiness for which we are laboring. JAMES E. MONAGHAN, '36 58 THE AGNITA SCHOOL-ROOM SNICKERS St. Catherine vs. St. Agnes Sister Play a good game and don t do anything mean. J. McC.— Yeah, don’t kick more than once.” « « � � Accidents Will Happen E. J.— I got an idea.” J- G. Be careful of it, it’s in a strange place.” « « Scene During Mathematics Exams. W. B. Hurry up and get done with the notes, Snyder, you are holding up the line.” « « � � Guess What Terrizzi Was Dreaming About Teacher— James, how many Ts’ are there in the word Missouri?” J. T.—“Two blue ones.” « « � � Absent-minded Professor Everyone in this class who is absent, please raise his hand. « « � � Sum Too Large Sister— If you added seventy-six thousand, nine hundred and twenty- three to eighty-one thousand, four hundred and twelve, what would you get?” T. G.— A wrong answer.” « « � � Just the Same J. McC.—H heard that somebody called you a blockhead. Is that correct? W. C.— No, he didn’t make it that strong. He just said, 'Pull down your cap, here comes a woodpecker.’ « « � Much Simpler W. B — Now on this ring, I should like you to engrave: ‘For my darling Marie. Jeweler— ‘Wouldn’t it be better to have simply: ‘For my darling’ ?” « « � � Speaking English Sister— Give me some sentences using the word ‘beans.’ ” R- G.-—“My father grows beans. ” H. T.— My mother cooks beans.” S. T.— We are all human beans.” 59 THE AGNITA The Real Job Visito —‘‘Has your baby learned to talk yet7 Fond Mother—“Oh, my yes, we're teaching him to keep quiet now. « « � � No Answer To This Note from teacher on Betty’s report card: Good worker, but talks too much. Note from father over signature on and meet her mother.’ back of card: “Come up sometime « « � � A Bargain Little Willie was suffering from a severe cold and his mother gave him a bottle of cough medicine to take while he was at school. On his return home she osked him if he hod token his medicine regularly. “Oh, no,” replied Willie, “but Jimmie did. He liked it so I swapped it for a handful of peanuts. « « � � Too Bad J. T.—“How did you happen to have an accident with your car7 W. M.—“I couldn't put out my hand while I was pushing it around a corner. « « � � A Fitter’s Fix H. T.— Of course, you understand I want my shoes comfortable, but at the same time good-looking and stylish. Clerk—“Yes, ma’am. I think I understand perfectly. You want them large inside and small outside. c « � � Budgeting J. C.—“Could you lend me some money today? W. G—“Certainly. Would you rather have an old five or a new one r J. C.—“A new one, of course.” W. G.—“Here’s the one—and I’m $4 to the good. « « � � Alarm Teacher—“What made you oversleep this morning? j. C.—“There are eight of us in the house, but the alarm was set for seven.’ « c � � C. C.—“Who is that letter from?” M. P.—“What do you want to know for? (2. C.— There you are— V hat do I want to know for. You are the most inquisitive person I ever met. « « � � A Scotchman’s Alibi The reason Scotty Martin didn t go out for basketball was because he was afraid he wouldn t get enough free shots. 60 THE AGNITA See AI?” Al who? Alcohol.” Kerosene him May fifth and he hasn t benzine since. « « � � [ wonder if Robinson Crusoe was an acrobat?” W. G.— Why?” J- C.— Well, it says here that when he finished he sat down on his chest.” « « � � Sister— What musical instrument produces foot-notes?” J. T.—”A shoe horn.” « c � � T. G. _Say, Jimmie, why do you wear those loud socks?” J- G. To keep my feet from going to sleep.” « « � � K. T.— Have you read Freckles?’ E. F.—''Yes.” K. T. Oh, have you? Mine are brown.” « « � � M. J. I always sleep with gloves on. That is what makes my hands so soft. E- C. Hum. Do you sleep with your hat on also?” « « � � E. J.— Did you ever see potatoes mad?” Sister— Why no, how absurd!” E. J. I have, I ve seen them boiling.” « «c � � J. D.— Jane, I ve lost my bus ticket again. Did you see it any place?” J. S.— Is there a reward for it? M. D.— Nope.” J. S.— Well, it’s still lost then.” « « � � Inventions To Help Make Life Easier A toothless comb for the bald-headed man A frozen cigar for a cool smoke A compass for making square circles A Spanish book written in English A broken mirror for ladies beyond forty An eleven inch ruler for Scotchmen A school with no teachers so you can have fun A watch with no hands for night use A window with no panes to prevent breaking A pencil with no lead to save paper 61 THE AGNITA JOBS WE WOULD LIKE AFTER GRADUATION James Terrizzi........A Bookkeeper on an Indian Reservation Joseph McCool.........A Undertaker at the Fountain of Youth Edward Joyce..........An Accountant at the County Poor House William Gorman........A Publicity Manager for the Secret Service William Conwell.......A Soda Water Salesman in the Flood Area James Gleason.........A Big Politician in No Man's Land William Bannan........A Fire Tramper in the Polar Wastes Joseph Corcoran.......A Paperhanger in an Eskimo Village Joseph Cumberland . . .A Physical Trainer for the Bridge Team Joseph Snyder.........A Saxophone Player in a String Band Trent Gaspari.........A Soapbox Orator on the Sahara Desert Jane Swords...........A Comedian in a Passion Play Mary Jane Dalton ... .A First and Second Grade Astronomy Teacher Rose Mary Gay.........A Detective in the Port of Lost Ships Elizabeth Ford........A Movie Actress in a Blind Institution Marie Jenkins.........A Professional Mourner Margaret Purcell......An Opera Singer on the Hill Billy Program Catherine Connor ... .An Ice Woman in Iceland Frances Connelly......An Interior Decorator in the Penal Colony Eleanor Collins.......A Waitress in Horn Hardart s Automat Kathleen Torris.......An Air Hostess in a Subway Eleanor Hayes.........A Sportswoman in a Knitting Circle Sue Travis............A Barberess in a Wig Factory Helen Tigue...........A Sports Editor for a Cook Book Elizabeth McCuskcr. . .A Secretary to a Peanut Vender Catherine Smith.......A Textile Worker in a Machine Shop Estelle Coggins.......A Photographer in the Holland Tunnel Mary Glisson..........A Landscape Gardener in New York City SONG SHEET Boo Hoo................................................ReP°rt DaV There’s Something in the Air........................Chemistry Period Dedicated to You..............................................Agnita D'Lovely...............................................Junior-Senior Banquet I've Got You under My Skin...........................Splinter Song I Can't Lose That Longing for You...................95 in Conduct It's the Talk of the Town.............................Passion Play Let's Go Slumming..........................................After the Banquet It's Just Too Marvelous for Words..................Graduation Day When My Dream Boat Comes Home......................Class Dues Cry Dixie Land Band............................................Orchestra It's Way Up There..............................................OH ce 62 THE AGNITA PATRONS AND PATRONESSES Rev. Henry C. Schuyler Rev. Joseph M. O’Connor Rev. Joseph M. Farrell Rev. James C. Devers Rev. Joseph A. Conway Rev. Edward H. Gay Rev. Charles Mallon Sisters of 1. H. M. Sisters of Saint Joseph Sister Marita Agnes Sister Marie Angelus Sister Marie Edward Sister M. Gloriosa Sister M. Henrita Sister Mary Peter Sister Regina Agnese Class of '38 Class of ’39 Class of ’40 Alert Shoe Rebuilders Miss Mary Anderson Mr. William G. Archer Miss Mary Badum Mr. and Mrs. L. Bagshaw E. Bandel’s Bakery Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bannan Mr. Edward J. Barry Ben’s Fruit Market Mr. and Mrs. Pietro Berardi Albert Biles’ Studio Bituminous Service Co. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Blair Miss Georganna Bonsall Boston Shoe Store Beatrice D. Broomal Brown’s Drug Store C. S. Brubaker Bunny’s Luncheonette Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carter Catherine R. Cassidy Mrs. Mary Marzio Castagna Jane Chalfant Mr. J. Herbert Chambers Mrs. Herbert Chambers Miss Catherine M. Clancy Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Coggins Margaret Collins Miss Clare Connelly Mrs. J. L. Connelly Mary E. Connelly Mr. Hugh Connor Miss Julia T. Cooke Barbara and Gerald Corcoran Harvey Corcoran Mr. John F. Corcoran Mrs. John F. Corcoran Mr. cind Mrs. John F. Corcoran, Jr. Corvin Dance Studio Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Cumberland R. H. Curry—Sea Food Mr. Thomas M. Dalton Miss Anna Daly Mrs. Charles A. Daly Mr. Charles A. Daly Mr. Charles A. Daly, Jr. Miss Mary Daly Dr. and Mrs. H. B. Davis Mary E. Davis Miss Margaret Dawson Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. DeHaven DeHaven’s Drug Store Miss Margaret Delaney Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dever Dime Savings Bank Miss Julia Di Pasquale Mary Dolan Miss Julia M. Donlin Mr. and Mrs. John J. Donnelly 63 THE AGNITA Miss Marie Doohan Mr. James Doolin, Plumber Mrs. Agnes Dougherty Misses Anna and Mary Doyle Mr. James Doyle Mr. Joseph M. Doyle Mr. and Mrs. Michael Doyle Michael J. Doyle, Jr. Messrs. Owen and John Doyle Messrs. William and Peter Doyle Mr. George Draper Mrs. John Dunleavy Mrs. Rosanna Dutt Electrick Maid Bake Shop Mr. James Emmertz Evan’s Drug Store Mr. Charles E. Everts Miss Mary Agnes V. Farrell Miss Mary Farrelly Mr. John Farrelly Mrs. Hugh Finnegan Mr. and Mrs. Frank Finegan Lucy A. Finegan Robert Finegan Dr. H. W. Fink Mrs. James Fitzgerald Miss Mary A. Fitzgerald Fitzpatrick’s Grocery Store Miss Mary A. Flynn Mrs. Rose Ford Mrs. Thomas F. Ford Mr. and Mrs. A. Frank M. D. Freeman A Friend A Friend Mr. and Mrs. George Fritz Mr. Harry F. Fryer Mrs. Harry J. Fryer Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Gallagher Hugh J. Gallagher William D. Gallagher W. H. Gambrell The Garden Theatre Miss Concetta Gaspari Gay-Del Market Agnes H. Gay Mr. Matthew J. Gay Mrs. Matthew J. Gay Mr. and Mrs. William L. Gay Mrs. John Geary Mr. David Gibbons Mr. and Mrs. John V. Gibney W. E. Gilbert Pietro Giunta’s Grocery Store Mrs. George Gleason Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gleason Glick’s Shoe Shop Mr. and Mrs. William Gorman Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Graul Mary Louise and Jean Martha Graul Mrs. Anne Green The Little Grill Mr. Andrew J. Haggerty Elizabeth B. Haley Mr. John Haley Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence B. Haley Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Hanselman Miss Marie Hanselman Miss Sara Harlan Norman I. Harris, Credited Jewelers Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Hayes Mr. William C. Hayes Mr. Daniel Healy Mrs. A. W. Heinzeroth Joseph Higgins Hilyard’s Dry Goods Store C. C. Hippie Miss Mina Hodgson Hoffman Baldwin Lumber Mrs. I. Pemberton P. Hollingsworth Earl Holman Mrs. Bridget Hopkins Mr. William Hopkins Mr. Charles Huber Mrs. Charles Huber Harriet E. Huggler Miss Mary A. Hughes Huss Huss, Barbers Mrs. Herman C. Hutt Mrs. Herman Hutt Mr. and Mrs. Leon Hutton Miss Eleanor Ironside John Jackson Mrs. William Jackson 64 THE AGNITA Joe’s Workmen’s Outfitters Jones Gurskey Mr. and Mrs. Charles Joyce Mr. and Mrs. John W. Joyce Miss Harriet M. Joyce William Kauffman Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kavanaugh Miss Catherine Kelly Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Kelly Joseph Kelly Miss Rose Kelly Miss Clara Kerwin William R. Kessler Kift’s Greenhouse Mr. Thomas King Mayor C. E. Klingmeyer Miss Mina Klingmeyer Dr. Raymond R. Kramer La Rue’s Drug Store Lawlor’s Barber Shop Mrs. David Leary, Sr. Dorothy H. Lewis Miss Marian F. Lewis Lewis Ogborn Liggett’s Drug Store Mr. Fred Livingston Miss Mary Loftus Lorgus Flowers Lorraine Dining Room Dr Thomas W Lumis Catherine McBride (dec ) Charles McBride (dec.) Joseph McCauley Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. McCool Mrs. Charles McCormick Mr. J. F. McCue Miss Margaret McCue Mr. and Mrs. Frank McCusker Mr. Hugh McDevitt Mr. Hugh McGrogan Miss Jane McGrogan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McKeown Mr. and Mrs. McKinley McMinn’s Ice Cream Mrs. J. P. Mackin Madiera’s Stationery Store Mr. James Madiera Miss Mamie Manning Mann’s Drug Store The Mansion House Marakos Candy Kitchen J. E. March, Heavy Hauling J. H. Margoleis Mr. Charles Mason Miss Anne Meara Miss Helen Meara Margaret Menyone Beatrice Meyer Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Miller W. F. Mitchell Modernistic Beauty Shop Ellen Montgomery Margaret M. Montgomery Frank B. Moore Miss Miriam Moran Miss Frances Morgan Mrs. John V. Morgan Miss Rita Morgan James B. Mosteller Miss Margaret Mulcahy Francis Murray Mr. William H. Murray Mr. and Mrs. William Murray Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Murphy Margaret M. Murphy Musante Brothers J. J. Newberry Co. Miss Alice Nider Mr. and Mrs. James E. O’Neill Mr. Francis J. O’Rourke Mr. Guss E. Pappas Mr. and Mrs. Hurlburt Palmer Miss Edith M. Passmore Mr. Joseph Purcell Purple and Gold Tea Room Mr. and Mrs. James E. Pyle (dec.) Quaker Store Quality Barber Shop Mr. and Mrs. William H. Quill Miss Mary K. Quinn Reagan’s Cigar Store Philip J. Reilly Esq. Stephen J. Reilly Esq. Anna Ricci 65 THE AGNITA Ritz Cleaners Dyers James J. Rogan, D.D.S. Mrs. Grace Rossman J. Leslie Rupert Mrs. Catherine Ryan Dr. Joseph Scattergood, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Scott Miss Anna M. Scott Senior Cab Co. Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Shaffer Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Sheller Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Sheller, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Shields J. B. Simon Brothers Si’s Market Mr. Ashton B. Smith Mr. Jack Smith Mrs. Walter E. Snyder Mr. August Springman, Tailor Stackhouse Grocery D. H. Sullivan Ella M. Sullivan Dorita Swords Mrs. William B. Swords Taylor’s Music Shop Samuel W. Taylor Mr F. Everard Temple Mr.George A. Temple Louis Terrizzi Terrizzi Brothers Chester V. Thomas, Chevrolet Mrs. Gertrude Thompson Mr. and Mrs. William J. Tigue Mr. John A. Torris Mrs. John A. Torris Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Travis Mrs. Thomas Treston Mr. Fred Tuohey Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Tuohey Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Tuohey Mr. J. L. Twohig Mrs. William S. Twohig Mr. Truman Wade, Esq. Mr. and Mrs. Fred. Wahl Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Waldron Warner Theatre Anna Marie Wasson Paul J. Wasson Weaner’s Drug Store we keep the spots” West Chester Hardware Store West Chester Laundry West Chester Sales Co. Inc. Mrs. Mary Westwood Whitcraft Groff Miss Catherine M. White Mr. Thomas White Wilson’s Confectionery Dr. Albert T. Woodward Woodward's Meats Mr and Mrs. Thomas J. Wright 66 %