St Anthony of Padua High School - Siquaeris Yearbook (Watkins Glen, NY)

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The Frosh under the Cascades in the Glen At the grave of our late coach, Mr. James Franzese St. Francis' Day In commemoration of the founder of the Franciscan Order, the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, October 4th, is celebrated in a special manner. At sunset, the day preceding the feast, according to custom, the choir sings the Transitus in commemoration of the death of St. Francis. The day itself begins appropriately with a Solemn High Mass celebrated in the student chapel with the entire student body chanting the Mass. The Freshmen and new upper-classmen then take the now traditional trip through the picturesque and world-famous glen. The tour, under the direction of Mr. Arthur H. Richards Jr., pauses a moment for prayer at the grave of Mr. James Franzese, former coach at Padua. During the day, and especially at dinner, the Paduans played host to several of the clergy friends of the area and to other notable friends of the school. Mr Richards explains the history of the Glen Clergy friends at the St. Francis Day dinner

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The students of Padua began the present school term In a fitting manner as they enthusiastically participated in a one day retreat conducted by Father Dominic, the Spiritual Director of the school. In his talks to the boys. Father Dominic reminded them of their obligations as students and encouraged frequent prayer and a nightly examination of conscience. The Way of the Cross, spiritual reading, and devotions were embraced in the activities during the retreat, which closed with a Holy Hour. One of the most enlightening retreats ever conducted at Padua was given after the semestral examinations by the Vocational Director, Father Gordian. Practical topics, especially those regarding chastity and death, were extensively covered, while other conferences prepared the student body for general con- fession. Seldom has there been a retreat which was so sincerely received by the boys. This was particularly shown by the students' wholehearted attention at the conferences and zealous participation in the spiritual exercises. Silence and meditation is stressed by Fr. Dominic. Solemn Benediction, the perfect ending to a good retreat.

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Inclement weather conditions forced a change in the tradition- al marathon activities, since they were held in the gymnasium. Some of the longer races had to be eliminated, but this did no! diminish the enthusiasm of some 136 participants. Amassing a total of 35 points, the Senior class became the first ever to repeat as champions. Paced by John Klos, winner of the cross country race, they fin- ished first in all but two events. An interesting battle for second place developed as the Juniors barely squeezed by the persist- ent Sophomores. The helpless