St Basils Preparatory School - Chateau Yearbook (Stamford, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1946 volume:

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But before we take our leave, permit us, with Mr. Senior as our narra- tor and guide, to visit once more the scenes which will in memory be ever dear.” We'll always remember our first glimpse of St. Basil's. As we entered through the massive gates we walked up the gravel path beneath the towering elms two centuries old. The semi-circular path which encloses Up the Winding Path the spacious lawn is bordered on both sides by mag- nolias and rhododendrons with a background of shrubs: and plants imported from many lands. Continuing up the path we found ourselves con- fronted by a magnificent granite structure. For a mo- ment we were awed by the eminence of this tremen- dous edifice. Then we were told that this was once the home of the famed John T. Williams. Certainly — no expense was spared in modeling this home after the Chateaux. of France. Upon entering, a long hallway lined with great carved oaken panels stood before us. Exploring further we noticed that the rooms were each equipped with a fireplace built of marble blocks. On the walls were many colorful paintings. Soon we discovered a large suite filled with manikins dressed in gay costumes. There were glass cases containing many articles of what we soon learned to be Eastern European. Of course, we were in the museum of Ukrainian Culture. After carefully inspecting each beautifully ornamented article we took our leave of the museum. The sun now cast multi- colored reflections on the highly polished panels as it streamed through the stained glass windows. It was then that we made the acquaintance of a good priest. As he conducted us on a tour of the building, we learned something of its history and how, more than once, it had been damaged by fire. As we laboriously climbed the four flights of stairs to the tower he told us that this building once housed the classes, but had since become the Administration Building of the school. Our tour was nearing its end, but before he conducted us to the School Building, where we were to enroll, he permitted us to visit the Chapel, where many of the Fathers on the faculty cele- brate Mass. The Chapel was extremely beautiful and ornate. Leaving reluctantly we started down the path leading to the school. As S:1.L Rector Dean of College VERY REV. STEPHEN HRYNUCK M. REV. NICHOLAS BABAK Principal Faculty Nanticoke High School, Nanticoke, Pa. Philosophy, Canisianum, Innsbruck; College Inter- nationale, Sion, Switzerland. Theology, St. Mary’s Seminary, Baltimore, Md.; Catholic University, Washington, D.C. Ordained priest Dec. 4, 1943, Philadelphia, Pa. Graduate work, Fordham University, School of Education. 10 REV. EMIL MANASTERSKY Librarian Instructor of Latin Moderator of “The Annual” St. Basil's Preparatory School. Philosophy and Theology, Propaganda Fide University, Rome; Catholic Univer- sity, Washington, D. C. Ordained priest February 12, 1943; Philadelphia, Pa. Graduate work, Catholic Uni- versity Summer School. REV. JOSEPH BATZA Instructor of Latin Catholic Central High School, Troy, N. Y. Philosophy and Theology, Propaganda Fide University, Rome, Italy. Ordained priest March 30, 1941, Rome, Italy. Graduate work, Fordham University. REV. STEPHEN J. CHREPTA Instructor of Religion Senior Class Advisor Moderator of Sports Catholic Central High School, Troy, N. Y. Philosophy, College Internationale, Sion, Switzerland; St. Mary’s Seminary, Baltimore, Md. Theology, Catholic Univer- sity, Washington, D.C. Ordained priest February 3, 1945, Philadelphia, Pa. REV. MALACHY A. WALL, O.F.M. Instructor of Religion, Spanish St. John’s High School, Paterson, N. J. St. Bonaventure College, B.A. Theology, Holy Name College at Catholic University, Washington, D.C. Ordained priest, May 28, 1942, Washington, D.C. St. Bonaventure College, M.A. REV. LEONARD A. KELLY, O.F.M. Instructor of Mathematics Pittston High School, Pittston, Pa. St. Joseph’s Semi- nary, Callicoon, N. Y. St. Bonaventure College, B.A. Ordained priest May 29, 1943. Graduate work, St. Bonaventure College. x 12 = | “ REV. JOSEPH ZAKREVSKY St. Thomas High School, Scranton, Pa. University of Scranton. Philosophy, St. Procopius College, Lisle, IIl., B.A. Theology, Catholic University, Washington, D.C. Ordained priest September 27, 1945, Philadelphia, Pa. REV. RONAN A. GIEHL, O.F.M. Spiritual Director Venard Preparatory School. St. Bonaventure College, B.A. Theology, Holy Name College, Washington, D.C. _ Ordained p riest May 28, 1942, Washington, D.C. Assistant at Franciscan Monastery, New York City. RUSSELL Y. IWANCHUK, M.A. Instructor of Physics, Chemistry Tarnopol Gymnasium, Galicia, Ukraine. University of Lviw, M.Ph. Columbia University, M.A. ANDREW MYKYTIAK, M.A. Instructor of German : Lviw Gymnasium, Galicia, Ukraine. University of Vienna, M.A. Aide to Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs at Vienna, 1919. ARTHUR S. HAWES, M.A. : Instructor of Foreign Languages s Boxbury High School, Boston, Mass. Colby College, B.A. Graduate work, University of La Sorbonne, Paris; University o f Leipzig, Germany. Boston College, M.A. MICHAEL J. NAGURNEY, M.A. Instructor of Ukrainian Jessup High School, Jessup, Pa. St. Thomas College, B.A. Columbia University, M.A. JOHN D. MURPHY Director of Athletics Instructor of Htstory Pompton Lakes High School, Pompton Lakes, N. J. University of Minnesota, B.A. 15 SALVATORE CIRRINCIONE, B.S. Instructor of English, Biology New York Evening High School. Fordham University, B.S. St. John’s University Law School. Institute of Musical Art, New York. Graduate work, Fordham University. Bn The wise man will give his heart to resort early to the Lord that made him, and he will pray in the sight of the most High. And he will pour forth the words of his wisdom as showers, and in his prayer he will confess to the Lord. Ikon given by Pope Pius XI adorns Bishop’s Chapel He will open his mouth in prayer, And he shall direct his counsel, and will make supplication for his creme and his knowledge, and in his secrets sins. Shall he meditate. He shall shew forth the discipli he hath learned, and shall glory the law of the covenant of the Lord —Ecclus. 39, 6-1 For if it shall please the great Lord, he will fill him with the spirit of understanding. Students Hall Chapel in its Byzantine Splendor. “W hat sculpture is toa block of marble, education is to the soul.”—Addison i Continuing down the narrow path we approached the school. This, I our place of abode from four to five hours a day, will be to us the most f cherished of all memories, for it was here that they are centered. His- torically, it is a noteworthy landmark, dating as far back as 1890, when it was the famous and exclusive Glen Eden School for girls. Here Clemenceau, the distinguished French diplomat once taught. We will always remember the first time we walked down the long hall- way resounding with the voices of boys who were to become our fast ee 4 ier hd ge z 42 Between the Elms friends. We wondered then what part this eminent structure would play in molding our characters and lifelong friendships. It was here that we survived many a trying lecture and countless nervous laboratory exercises, now only to install them among the memories of those happy events which have befallen us here, to lock them into the secrecy of our hearts, and forever hold them dear. Alma Mater, we will always remember! Portals of Widom POST GRADUATES AND VETERANS Left to right—Petrizzi, Maroney, Mulligan, Schmidtz, Schlegel, Klim, Fr. Chrepta. SENIOR CLASS Top from left to right—Dzamba, Wysochansky, Kostiuk, Leydon, Zenchak, Troy. Second row—Wyny- chuk, Cheddar, Class-Moderator Rev. Stephen Chrepta, Lukaczyk, Longo, Butler. Fitstory of Our Class In September of the year 1942, a small group of intellectuals passed through the portals of St. Basil’s and, enrolling as Freshmen, took the first step on a long and arduous journey. We did little to distinguish our class as Freshmen and were quite content to quietly imbibe the lore and traditions of St. Basil’s. Among these traditions was “Freshman Week” and woe betide our meager band at the hands of the upper classmen. Mid-years came all to soon and with it much wailing and gnashing of teeth. Then with startling suddeness finals and summer vacation were upon us. The following Autumn we returned as “Wise Fools” determined to make our presence felt. We immediately set to work. Our instructors marveled at the alacrity and facility with which we dispatched Caesars Commentaries and the Pythagorean Theorem. But to avert the danger of being considered mere intellectuals we proceeded to vie with the other classes in regard to majority representation in Varsity Athletics. The prowess of our athletes stood us in good stead and we fared well. Many Sophomores won starting assignments while others were being groomed for their part in subsequent seasons. A highly successful term closed with the advent of Summer. Now came our Junior Year and with it the resumption of interscholastic football at St. Basil’s. The Blue and Gold had many standouts in their line and backfield, representing the Junior Class that year. Our sphere of influence as a class was spreading, and it was not long until the rosters of the Basketball and Baseball teams were bristling with Juniors. This year, too, marked the wholesale participation of Juniors in extra curricular activities. The school newspaper, Debating Society and a Junior Day were the year’s outstanding successes. Our first con- tribution to the field of Scientific endeavor came as the result of establishing the Chemistry Club. We then welcomed our new principal, Father Nicholas Babak, and since have become deeply indebted to him for much in the way of firm guidance. But then the long awaited day arrived. We were Seniors. It was difficult to comprehend that we had progressed so far in so few years. Our first official act resulted in giving vent to the pentup emotions of three years. Oh, many were the cringing Freshmen who will for- ever remember the mystic signs “? !”. But time is fast fleeting and we near Senior Day and Commencement. Commencement, the last roll call for the Class of ’46. We now take our leave, casting our last lingering days and utter our silent Valedictory to St. Basil’s. FRANK LONGO, ’46 ALEX CHEDDAR Centralia, Penna. “To know how to wait 1s the great secret of success.” “Al” came to us from Hubert Eicher High School in his Senior Year. He was a member of the Debating and Photography Club, and worked on the staff of the “Review.” “Al” was also a member of the School Choir. He intends to remain at St. Basil’s in preparation for the Priesthood. JOHN H. BUTLER Stamford, Conn. “It is a tiresome journey, that, which acquires for man his self respect.” “Burpo” came to St. Basil’s in his Junior Year from Stamford High School. In his Junior Year he was a member of the Student Council and the Chemistry Club, and worked on the staffs of the “Review” and “Annual” during his Senior Year. “Burpo” participated in In- tramural Athletics. He expects to study Bio- chemistry. EUGENE DZAMBA Cohoes, N. Y. “It is not within our power to render fitting thanks.” “Gene” came to St. Basil’s in his Junior year from Cohoes High School. In his Senior Year he was a member of the Student Council, worked on the staffs of the “Review” and “Annual” and played Varsity Football and Basketball. “Gene” was Prefect of Sodality of “Our Lady of Perpetual Help.” He expects to continue his studies in college. e. 7 € Pa . od a RAYMOND KOSTIUK Hazleton, Penna. “To be proud of learning is the greatest ignorance.” “Ray” entered St. Basil's in his Junior Year after attending Hazleton School for two years. In his Junior Year he was Manager of the Football Team and in his Senior Year he worked on the staffs of the “Review” and “Annual” as well as being the Business Man- ager of the play “What a Night.” “Ray” play- ed Varsity Football and Basketball. He ex- pects to enter St. Basil’s College. FRANK W. LONGO Stamford, Conn. “Man 1s wisest when he is sensible of his own follies.” “Boots” came to St. Basil’s after graduation from St. Mary’s Parochial School in Green- wich, Conn. He was Vice President of his Sophomore Class and President of his Junior and Senior Classes. “Boots” worked on the staffs of the “Review” and “Annual” and was a member of the Debating, Dramatics, and Chemistry Clubs. He also participated in Var- sity Football and Baseball. “Boots” plans to study medicine. 21 JOSEPH LEYDON Stamford, Conn. “He who never made a mistake never did anything.” “Curley” came to St. Basil’s from Rogers Jun- ior High School in his Sophomore Year. In his Sophomore Year “Curley” was a member of the “Review” staff. He was Secretary of the Senior Class and was a member of the Dra- matics Club and “Review” as well as Editor of the “Annual.” “Curley” plans to study medi- cine. GEORGE LUKACZYK 4 Syracuse, N. Y. =| “Nothing is achieved before it 1s thoroughly attempted.” “George” came to us in his Junior Year from 4 Central High School in Syracuse, N. Y. He | was the Manager of the Football team, organi- q zer of the Photo Club and Chief Photographer of the “Annual. ” “Georgie” intends to remain at St. Basil’s College in preparation for the Priesthood. : Se as JOSEPH A. TROY Norwalk, Conn. “A wise man never loses anything, if he A has himself.” “Jose” came to St. Basil's from Norwalk schools as a Freshman. He was President of , his Sophomore Class and is the Vice-President | of the Senior Class. “Jose” played Varsity Bas- ketball for four years and Varsity Baseball for three years, as well as being a member of the : Chemistry and Debating Clubs. Upon gradu- we ation he plans to enter college. 4 BOHDAN WYNYCHUK Detroit, Mich. “Let the education become your spiritual wealth.” “Katch” is a graduate of Gardner Public 1 School and has spent four years at St. Basil’s. “Katch” was a member of the Student Council and bell ringer. He worked on the staffs of the “Review” and “Annual” and played two years of Varsity Football and Basketball and three years of Varsity Baseball. Holder of the “Most Valuable Player” award in Football. inner lies, ; ww + -- ad N N Pereiin P JOHN WYSOCHANSKY Blakely, Penna. The road to success 1s ambition.” “Whistle” came to St. Basil’s after graduating from St. Basil’s Grammar School in Philadel- phia, Pa. He was a member of the “Review” staff and played three years of Varsity Base- ball. “Whistle” expects to enter college in the fall. PETER ZENCHAK Hazleton, Penna. “Ideals are funny little things, they don't work unless you do.” “Ziggy” studied for two years at the Hazleton High School, and came to us at the beginning of his Junior Year. He is the treasurer of the Senior Class and has played two years on the Varsity Basketball team. “Ziggy” plans to enter college this fall. CLASS MOTTO: PER ASPERA AD ASTRA CLASS FLOWER: MOUNTAIN LAUREL CLASS COLORS: BLUE AND GOLD JUNIOR CLASS Top from left to right—Basaraba, Wekluk, Czudak, Hrynewich, Leary. Second row—Perella, O’Connel, Lovallo, Nigro, Foster, Lukiw, Tierney, Demcio. Third row—Federowich, Walchonsky, Hardysh, Mr. Iwanchuk, Ericson, Omeluk, Furyk, Day. The Juniors After two years at St. Basil's the Junior Class has finally reached the point where they may be called “‘Jovial Juniors.’ This happy go lucky class has a great deal to do with making the cheerful atmosphere on the campus of St. Basil’s. Their class advisor, Mr. Iwanchuk, merrily starts their day by enlightening them with Chemistry. of this class. Next year’s football team will be composed mostly of the future Seniors. Without doubt the Junior Class takes part in more extra curricular activities than any other class in the school. At the present time the “Jovial Juniors” are looking forward to their summer vacation and to becoming the “Serious Seniors.” Next year the class will miss Arthur Leary who has enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. The future Seniors extend to the departing Senior Class the sincerest wishes for success. wy The sport activities of St. Basil's are mostly filled in with members | JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS From left to right—P. Demcio, Mr. Iwan- ou Moderator, M. Nigro, R. Day, J. ukiw. 24 4 a Top row, left to right—Parker, Zerucha, Marusak, Palinkas, Broderick. Second row—Paska, Monte- fuscoli, Lacerenza, Psichopaides, Grozinsky, Johnstone. Third row—Foster, Krivoruchka, Margotta, Rzasa, Egan, Copp ola. Fourth row—Wasylean, Rachinsky, Mr. Cirrincione, Moderator; Hirschmann, Rotkowicz, Tihansky. The Sophomores The Sophomore Class has made a fine record in the two short years of its existence. Since their Freshmen Days they have made outstanding contributions to Varsity Athletics. Fourteen of their members turned out for Football. In Basketball and Baseball many candi- dates are numbered from among the Sophomore Class. The Dramatic Club and Orchestra have also found the Sophs a helpful group. The “wise fools” keep Father Babak smiling by the interest they show in their work and by the representation they hold among the honor stu- dents. Each morning this happy group is sent on their way from the Home Room to their studies by the smiling and amiable Mr. Cirrincione, their Class Adivsor. The Sophs are eagerly looking forward in happy anticipation to the Summer Vacation following which they will return as Juniors. SOPHOMORE OFFICERS Left to right—T. Krivoruchka, S. Zerucha, Mr. Cirrincione, S. Coppola, N. Psicho- paidas. FRESHMAN CLASS Top from left to right—Rich, Barry, McLean, Losten, Troy, Mysakowec, Ryan, Zanowich, Moavero. Center—Rev. Malachy. Bottom row—Walsh, Matthews, Suchower, Connolly, Lynch, McGorty, Baum. ? The Freshme n The Freshmen Class, the Newcomers to St. Basil’s, officially opened their stay in grand style, by bearing up in true fashion under the trials of Freshman Week. The custom of acting as personal book porters for the Seniors was most admirably observed by the Frosh. Of course the fact that failure to comply entailed serious consequences had nothing what- soever to do with their faithful adherence to duty. The ever ingenious Seniors set up a code of laws which the Freshmen had to obey. Any infraction of this code resulted in the placing of a large red question mark on the forehead. Ah! many were the Freshmen that resembled Iroquois Indians with warpaint. Freshmen Week closed with an all-Freshman Assembly which marked their official entrance into the ranks of the upper classmen. Under the guidance and understanding of Father Malachy, their Class Advisor, they have done much to prove their worth as valued members of the Student Body. FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS From left to right—E. McLean, F. Troy, Rev. Malachy (Moderator), T. Barry, J. Ryan. 26 “Whoever, therefore, claims to be zealous of truth, of happiness, of wisdom or knowledge, aye, even of faith, must needs become a lover of books.” —Richard De Bury ts | The Library was our storehouse of treasures. Often during the day we could be found delving into the works of the masters in search of data for our reports. It was a veritable ocean of information, and too, a source of much in the way of pleasurable reading. nn ee Threshold of Learning cc = wai Situated on Clovelly Road, adjacent to the gym- nasium, it once served as a museum. It was built in 1895 but did not become the property of St. Basil's until 1935. After extensive remodeling in 1936-37, the building was officially dedicated. In 1941 the library was opened and has been continually increas- ing its store of volumes since that date. Now the center of our extra curricular activities it serves as a meeting place for the Annual Staff, and numerous Clubs. In the silence of the Reading Room. REVIEW STAFF Top, from left to right—E. Dzamba, P. Zenchak, Moderator Rev. Stephen Chrepta, I Leydon, R. Basaraba. Second row—R. Kostiuk, J. Wysochansky. Third rou—M. Czudak, M. Nigro, J. Troy, M. Hry- newich, B. Wynchuk. Fourth row—J. Butler, F. Longo, F. Foster. Bottom row—W. Omeluk, C. McGorty, R. Day. Not present—A. Cheddar, Te Krivoruchka, S. Zerucha. The 1945-46 school year saw the revival of the activities that had been shelved for many years. The class of 1946 is humbly proud of its part in helping them to success. ¥ After an absence of many years, the Photography Club was re-organized by George Lukaczyk ’46 and is limited in membership to those who are genuinely interested in Photography. This club has made many fine contributions to the Annual and deserves much praise for its excellent work. In its second year of operation under the direction of Fr. Malachy and Fr. Chrepta, the Debating Club has received much in the way of valuable training in elocution and public speaking. DEBATING CLUB Bottom rou from left to right—Wekluk, Czudak, Federowich, Cheddar, Troy. Middle row—Day, Longo. Top row—Omeluk, Nigro, Rev. Malachy, Rev. Stephen Chrepta, Krivoruchka, Zerucha, Demcio. CAST OF ALUMNI NIGHT PLAY “LAZIEST MAN IN THE WORLD” See From left to right—Rev. Nicholas Babak, Director; R. Day, : M. Nigro, M. Czudak, R. Basaraba. CAST OF “WHAT A NIGHT” M. Czudak, F. Foster, R. Day, Mr. Hawes, Director; F. Longo, A. Leary, J. Suchower. Not in picture—M. Nigro, J. Wekluk, J. Leydon,-W. Omeluk. The “Review” has been under the super- vision of Fr. Stephen Chrepta, with an en- larged staff of class reporters, book reviewers and columnists. The “Review” is a monthly publication which is the source of much valu- able information to the student body con- cerning varsity athletics and the school in general. STUDENT COUNCIL B. Tihansky, M. Nigro, Rev. Nicholas Babak, E. Dzamba, J. Ryan. The Student Council, elected annually by the members of the four classes, works to- gether with the principal and the faculty for the purpose of communicating the views of the students. PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB J. Suchower, B. Tihansky, G. Lukaczyk (Pres.), N. Walchon- sky, A. Cheddar. The “Thespians,” organized and insructed by Mr. Arthur S. Hawes, includes a representative group of upper classmen. The production staff numbers about forty members. After many weeks of diligent work the group presented a play entitled “What a Night,” a mystery comedy by Carl Webster Pierce. fe R Se rue ane ae 3 “For when the One Great Scorer comes to write against your name, He marks—not that you won or lost—but how you played the game.” —Grantland Rice Athletics The Fall of 1945 brought a new face to the Halls of St. Basil's. Coach John D. Murphy came from New York to coach the Blue and Gold gridders. His task was not an easy one due to the dearth of material, but after a few weeks of hard work the team was ready for its first contest. Being outclassed but never outfought by a big Ansonia team, the Saints dropped the first game by the score of 19—0. Top from left to right—Mgr. E. Weselcouch, Moderator of Sports Rev. Stephen Chrepta, Coach John Murphy, M. Tierney, J. Wekluk, R. Basaraba, H. Hirschmann, J. Wysochansky, S. Coppola, M. Mar- gotta, R. Rzasa, F. Longo, G. Lukaczyk. Second row—B. Dukley, E. Klim, C. Lovalo, F. Troy, S. Zerucha, M. Hrynevich, P. Demcio, E. Dzamba, B. Wynychuk, T. Krivoruchka, W. Odeichuk, N. Baranet, R. Zanowick, R. Rotkewicz, D. Wasylean, M. Grozinsky. After suffering defeat at the hands of Brooklyn Prep and Central Catholic High, the Saints broke into the win column by defeating a strong St. Lukes tearn from New Jersey 14—0. Continuing a fine brand of ball, the Blue and Gold defeated Halsted by a score of 37—7. The next tilt saw the Saints in a scoreless tie with Danbury, following which they overwhelmed St. Francis Prep. of Brooklyn 27—7. FOOTBALL BANQUET Back, left to right—Mr. J. Pesanelli, Mr. E. Connell, Coach Murphy, Capt. B. Duk- ley, Mr. C. Dodd. Front—Very Rev. S. Hrynuck, Rector; Rev. S. J. Chrepta, Mr. Paul Cassner, Rev. N. Babak, Comdr. O'Leary. In their final encounter St. Basil's lost to Seton Hall _ from New Jersey 19—16, in the most thrilling game of the season. Our congratulations to a fine coach and a fine team. From left to right—Michael Tierney, Sam Coppola, Michael Hrynewich, Bob Wynychuk. Opponents ATISONiaae ee ee ee 19 BLOOKlyneRrep eee 20 CentraleGatholic.. =. 18 SEA EUKOWIN 9) 2 eeetn es 0 Halsted tesce arin 25. r, Danbury mae ere ea 0 Bdgewocd pees eee,. aC) SG Lukegeet nes far. 12 SOMEGANGIS er tine 2 os 7 Setonsh1 a] (eee eae 19 St. St St. St. St St St SE St . Basil’s . Basil’s . Basil's . Basil's . Basil's Hold That Line!!! First Down! Se eee Top from left to right—S. Zerucha, M. Czudak, F. Foster. Middle row—S. Coppola, J. Ericson, M. Grozinsky, M. Hrynewich. Bottom row—J. Broderick, A. Leary, J. Troy (Capt.), B. Wynychuck, Basketball The basketball season of 1946 started late in January for the St. Basil’s five. New Canaan travelled to Stamford and repulsed the Saints after trailing for three quarters of the game. : Then, following losses to Stamford and Darien, the Prepsters broke into the win column by defeating an Edgewood-Brunswick combine from Greenwich 48—24. Fairfield Prep | defeated the Clovelly Roaders 40—26. The Saints went on to defeat the Alumni 44—24. Travelling to East Haven to take part in the Eastern States Prep. School Tournament they were subdued by a superior Kingswood team 40—26. Opponents St. Basil’s New Canaan 222-7. 4] 26 Cherry’ Lawn 222. 60 43 Fairer sPrep. see 46 25 Stamford. 20 eeeees 39 30 Darien, 5: dueeunana ce 45 44 | Daricnye A s.ceme tee 50 Zz) | Edgewood-Brunswick........ 24 48 | NewsG@anaane. gee, 42 34 | Stamford. 5,003 heen, 73 26 a PA SUED tec eae ee 24 44 COCR WIChen. cee eee 69 2 4 Batrticld Wom. ucee een re 40 25 | zi gswO0d sn. fees 40 26 Tournament Game Federowich, R. Rzasa, R. O’Grady, F. Foster, M. Czudak. Bottom row—A. Cheddar, J. Margotta, R. Rokewicz, J. Suchower. | Top row from left to right—S. Zerucha, B. Tihansky, M. | | J. Ericson D. Demcio J. Troy (Captain) B. Wynychuk E. Dzamba Baseball With the coming of Spring the Baseball season has quite an outlook for the Saints. With the return of many of the Varsity St. Basil’s prom- ises to have a fine squad. Sam Cop- Top from left to right—S. Coppola, E. Dzamba, J. Fedorek, Moderator of Sports Rev. Stephen Chrepta, H. Hirschmann, E. Weselcouch, W. Lytwyn, B. Dukley, J. Wysochansky. Second row—N. Baranet, C. Lovalo, R. Rzasa, B. Wynychuk, F. Longo. pola, fast ball specialist, will be on hand together with that infield com- bination of Wynychuk at first and Longo at the “keystone sack.” Joe Troy will be at third. This should be a winning com- bination and the boys will try hard to make this a winning season. 37 What Do MOST STUDIOUS MOST SOCIABLE MOST AGREEABLE MOST ARGUMENTATIVE MOST COMICAL MOST AMBITIOUS MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED BEST BEHAVED BEST LOOKING MOST OPTIMISTIC MOST PESSIMISTIC MOST CHEERFUL MOST FRIENDLY MOST POPULAR MOST BASHFUL BEST BUSINESS MAN CLASS CROONER MOST ATHLETIC BEST DRESSED DID MOST FOR ST. BASIL’S ae You Think? oatadotae GEOR GE7LURACZNIS ae. FRANK LONGO ae: cuwusveBOB WYNYCHUK “suns BUGENE DZAMBA ans ed cake _...PETER ZENCHAK jlionn FRANK LONGO oe JOSEPH LEYDON eee te ae AL CHEDDAR ene FRANK LONGO ocwsssuu.JOHN BUTLER EUGENE DZAMBA tere Te sRAY:KOSEIUK usu JOSEPH TROY ccs FRANK LONGO “suuuss JOHN WYSOCHANSKY cosussssnes JOSEPH LEYDON Tees. PETER ZENCHAK ccs BOB WYNYCHUK Al cin ee FRANK LONGO FR Riks de OR eee oye JOSEPH LEYDON = Finally we came upon Students Hall, the newest addition to the campus of St. Basil's. It was built with the express purpose of providing a home, away from home, for the board- ing students. Under the direction of His Excellency, The Most Reverend Constantine Bohachevsky, the building was undertaken. To avoid confusion among the students residing at Students Hall, our activities were plainly scheduled. Early Mass in the Byzantine Chapel prepared_our hearts and minds for the coming day. Then a scramble with all minds having but one single thought—breakfast in the refectory. After breakfast we prepared for the day's classwork. Students Hall was then empty and quiet. QAZIIS @-10) nl lal At lunchtime there was rejoicing, for all classes were over. Thoughts were of dining on a tasty repast. After lunch the study and recreation halls were filled with students impatiently waiting for news from home. Re- ceiving mail was one of the most important events of our day. After exchanging reports of latest happenings we either received permission to go to town or participate in Varsity Athletics, with the exception of the mem- bers of the exclusive “Campus Club’—those confined to the campus as a result of an infraction of the rules. Spic and Span By this time we were a bit drowsy and welcomed the bell which meant night prayers and bedtime. Now the lights were out. The aches of the athletes and the mistakes of the school day were forgotten. Once again Students Hall was peaceful and serene. A well spent day ended with a well earned rest. Home, Sweet Home To the hungry athletes as well as the other students the sound of the supper bell was a happy one indeed. An afternoon of vigorous exercises does not harm ravenous appetities. After our meal a few enjoyable moments were spent at recreation. Then we settled down for a few hours of study to prepare the lessons for the following day. If there was any time left—and when the prefect was not looking—we tried to dash off a letter or two. The Card Sharks ay reat Hehe tha i ' + i i +4} SASP tteesasliel! + | ANNUAL STAFF From left to right—Leydon, Lukaczyk, Rev. Emil Manastersky Moderator, Wynychuk, Longo. ey ey ie er ime SS “Annual” Staff During the past four years we have come to love St. Basil’s—it has become for us a . source of inspiration, guiding us to an appreciation of the good, the true, and the beautiful. i] Here we have found friends—friends among the faculty and friends among the students. We will always cherish the happy memories and will point to St. Basil’s with pride and say, “That is my Alma Mater.” | The faculty and students of St. Basil’s Preparatory School are deeply indebted to the following clergy, city officials, professional and businessmen who have so graciously con- i. tributed financial support which made the publication of our. f | year book possible. We ask those who read these pages to 7 patronize our advertisers. Patrons Rev. Stephen J. Chrepta Rey. Leonard A. Kelly, O.F.M. Rey. Malachy A. Wall, O.F.M. Mr. Mrs. Russell lvanchuk Mr. Mrs. Salvatore Cirrincione Mr. Mrs. John Murphy Mr. Mrs. Edward A. Connell Mr. Mrs. Michael J. Nagurney Mr. Mrs. Arthur S. Hawes Mr. Mrs. John Cheddar Mr. Mrs. Michael Cheddar Mr. Mrs. Edward Rimokaitis Mr. Joseph W. Longo Mrs. J. C. Doran Mrs. Anna Dzamba Mr. Joseph Dzamba Mr. Mrs. Hnat Babyak Mr. Mrs. Wilfred Lesniak Mr. Mrs. Joseph A. Troy Mrs. Anna Zenchak Mr. George Zenchak Miss Marion Lukaczyk Mr. Gerald Puchir SAINT BASILS COLLEGE STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT letett cout The Ukrainian Catholic Seminary BULLETIN ON REQUEST For further information write the Registrar. Compliments of .. . REV. BOHDAN OLESH, Class of ‘36 WALTER OLESH, Class of ‘38 Compliments of .. . Compliments of .. . VERY REV. PAUL PROCKO REV. STEPHEN HOTRA CLASS OF ‘38 Compliments of ... Compliments of .. . REV. JAROSLAV GABRO REV. PETER LESKIW Compliments of .. . BASIL ONUPHREY SHEREMETA Class of “36 Ora Et Labora! Compliments of .. . UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST NEWARK, N. J. REV. MYRON DAVILOVICH REV. MICHAEL KAWOLA ....... MICHAERLAGISZ3= eee JOHNIHOCAK RS. eas Compliments of .. . ST. VLADIMIR‘S Ukrainian Catholic Church STAMFORD, CONN. REV. JOSEPH BATZA, Pastor 48 Compliments of .. . VERY REV. MAX KINASH YONKERS, N. Y. Compliments of ... Compliments of .. . EDWARD E. 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