St Francis College - Franciscan Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1947 volume:

St. Francis l Jine teen ortu The Monastery Walk PUBLISHED AT ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Dedication W e, the Class of 1947, dedicate this book to His Excellency, THOMAS E. MOLLOY, Bishop of Brooklyn, on the occasion of his Twenty-fifth Anniversary as Bishop of this Diocese. St. Joseph Monastery Porch mm The Chapel Altar ulty A 11 REVEREND BROTHER COLUMBA, O.S.F., LL.D. President of the College Brother Columba entered the Franciscan Order almost fifty years ago and has spent most of that time in affiliation with the College, after having spent a few years teaching in parish schools and in St. Francis Preparatory. Since 1925, with one brief exception, he has acted in the capacity of President of the College, and his face is a familiar and well-loved sight throughout the halls and classrooms. In spite of his duties as President, Brother Columba has always found time to maintain personal contact with the students by conducting one or two classes every year. Besides enjoying teaching, he has a sound motive for wishing to meet part of the student body in the classroom. It is his firm belief that an administration officer loses his proper perspective when he loses this essential personal contact with the individual students. 13 REVEREND BROTHER JEROME, O.S.F., M.A. Dean of Administration Brother Jerome lias been a member of the Order for over thirty years and lias been of outstanding service to it ever since. As most of the other Brothers, lie started by teaching in the parish schools in Brooklyn. His next assignment was Principal of St. Francis Preparatory, and lie served in that capacity for ten years. During that time he endeared himself to the students of the Prep through his benevolent supervision of that institution. In 1936, Brother Jerome left the Prep and joined the College, much to the edification of the latter institution. L ' lider his able guidance, the College has advanced scholastically and on the athletic field. In particular, he is re¬ sponsible for greatly increased laboratory facilities and an additional building that provides for the needs of the Administration and Faculty as well as the student recreation. Brother Jerome lias done all in his power to aid and advise students whose programs had become disordered due to war time exigencies. This occupied most of his time until, in September, a new office was opened, and Brother Leo was appointed Dean of Studies. 14 Brother Leo entered the Franciscan Order in 1926, and began his teaching career in 1929 as an instructor in mathematics at St. Francis Prep, which po¬ sition he filled for four years. In 1933 he joined the faculty of St. Francis College in a similar capacity. In 1941 he became Professor of Mathematics, in which capacity he taught as many as six courses a semester. Late in 1944 Brother Leo became acting Dean, which office he filled for a year and a half, in addition to his teaching duties. In September 1946 he was appointed to the position of Dean of Studies. Brother Leo is one of the best liked members of the faculty due to his radiantly pleasant personality and his prodigious and astounding mathematical ability. During the past year he has greatly aided individual students by giving them help and advice regarding their studies and programs. The efforts of both Brother Jerome and Brother Leo to make college life just a little less complicated for the individual student, as regards administra¬ tive difficulties, have endeared both of them in the hearts of all St. Francis men. REVEREND BROTHER LEO, O.S.F., M.A. Dean of Studies Chairman, Department of Mathematics William E. Appuhn, M.A. Department of Mathematics Wilfrid J. Badgley, Ph.D. Chairman , Department of Chemistry John C. Baiardi, M.A. Chairman . Department of Biology Pall M. Barranger, M.A. Department of Modern Languages 16 Rev. Otto V. Beck, Ph.D. Department of Modern Languages John M. Burke, M.S. Department of Chemistry Edward D. Carey, M.A. Department of Mathematics Warren D. Cheney, M.A. Department of English 17 Salvatore Cimilluca, M.S. Department of Biology Francis A. Delaney, M.A. Chairman , Department of Speech William F. Dice, B.A. Department of Mathematics James S. Donnelly, Ph.D. Department of History 18 William J. Doyle, B.S. Department of Biology Rev. Bro. Edmund, O.S.F., M.A. Department of Classical Languages Rev. Bro. Finbarr, O.S.F., M.A. Chairman , Departments of His¬ tory and Social Science Nicholas A. Fiorenza, M.A. Chairman , Department of Modern Languages 19 Rev. John J. Fleming, S.T.L. Chairman . Department of Religion Reverend John P. Gallagher Department of Religion Albert Goldberg, Ph.D. Department of Chemistry Howard Haas, B.S. Department of Chemistry 20 Rev. Richard Hanley Department of Philosophy William P. Howle, M.A. Department of Speech Joseph F. Janish, B.S. Department of English Clement S. Jedrzejewski, Ph.D. Department of Social Science 21 Dwight H. Johnson, M.S. Department of Chemistry Peter Kavanagh, Ph.D. Department of English James M. Kennedy, M.S. Chairman , Department of Physics Joseph A. Mahoney, B.A. Department of Philosophy 22 Thomas McGoury, B.S. Department of Chemistry Joseph J. Martorano, M.S. Department of Biology Joseph J. McNicholas, M.A. Department of Biology Raymond J. Murray, M.D. Department of Biology 23 Rev. Rro. Pascal, O.S.F., M.A. Otto Pfeiffenberger, LL.D. Chairman , Departments of Phi¬ losophy and Psychology Department of Modern Languages Luigi Provasoli, Ph.D. Department of Biology Pall G. Ryan, M.A. Chairman , Department of Education 24 William E. Schwendeman, M.A. Chairman , Department of English Walter L. Smith, B.A. Department of Biology Rev. Alfred A. Varriale, B.A. Department of Religion Harry Wechsler, M.S. Department of Chemistry 25 Joseph V. Wielert, B.A. Department of English Norman Wiederhorx, M.S. Department of Chemistry Don Zinno, M.A. Department of Modern Languages Lucile C. Cavenaugh, B.A. Librarian 26 Claire F. Rosato, B.S. Librarian Catherine E. Kenney, B.A. Registrar Amelia R. Horkovich Secretary to the Dean Florence O’Brien Veterans’ Advisor 27 Margaret M. McKeon Secretary Alfonse J. Sfayer, C.P.A. Treasurer 28 SENIOR HISTORY We, the Class of ’47, are probably the strangest group that has passed through these portals in many a year. Considering the fact that our oldest member started his college career in 1935, it is quite evident that we can¬ not claim to be a “class” in the true sense of the word. Sadly enough, we lack that unity that usually typifies a Senior Class, and yet we are not without unity. We are bound together by virtue of the fact that we have come through four trying years, dur¬ ing which we were widely separated by distance, but ever united in the Spirit of St. Francis. Because of this separation we are more closely bound together. We are closely united once again, and we are resolved to propagate and preserve the peace for which so many paid so dearly. It is this determina¬ tion that unites us and binds us together as a class more than anything else could have. If it were possible to write an accurate, chronological history of our Class, it would differ only in minor details from the usual Senior History. We all, at separate times, entered College life in high spirits, which were soon damp¬ ened by the ever present Sophs, who were always ready to remind us that, although we were College Freshmen, we had not yet attained full membership to College life. As Sophomores, in our respective years, we turned on the Freshmen, and indoctrinated them into the brotherhood of College life. And, as usual, when it came to the traditional Soph-Frosh basketball game, we lost not only the game but also the customary “brawl”. Having survived that ordeal, we buried the hatchet at the Soph-Frosh Hop. In our Junior Year, we became a little more serious, as only Juniors can. After all, were we not now “upper classmen”? It was in this year that we settled down to specializing in a particular field of academic endeavor, and the Class was divided, after a manner of speaking, into the third floor “Barbarians and the first floor “Culturists”, with the second floor providing the proverbial “no man’s land”. (O’Hagan’s, however, provided us with a common, congenial, and peaceful meeting place.) At long last, we attained Senior standing, and it is here that we can pick 33 up the thread of our narrative, which, prior to this was just so many bits of silk, torn asunder by forces beyond our control, but once again united and woven together after many disjointed years. Our Senior Year opened in Sep¬ tember 1946 with the traditional “Mass of the Holy Ghost” in St. Paul’s Church. Not only did the school year open but also our eyes—wide open—at the sight of the gigantic size of the Freshman Class—about 350 strong they were—the largest in the history of the College. We anxiously waited to see what kind of hazing would take place; much to our disappointment none did. The disappointment we felt when the hazing failed to come off was replaced with a spirit of optimism when the Soph-Frosh Smoker and the resultant Sopli- Frosh Hop proved to be huge social successes. We were sure that Franciscan Spirit was still a reality embodied in our lower classmen. As for ourselves, we were faced with the prospect, in most cases, of assum- 34 ing extra heavy schedules, which meant many long hours both in and out of class. Our main interest was to complete our college courses which had begun many years ago and fit ourselves for the task of finding our respective places in life. Those of us who finished our courses in February were fortunate in that we completed them under the war-time regulations which had suspended com¬ prehensive exams. We left the other half of the Class our condolences, for they had the honor of being the first class to be re-subjected to that pre-war form of mental torment. On the lighter side of school life, we anxiously awaited the opening of the basketball season, confident that “our” team was the best in the land, father “Moose” McCormack had told us that at the Pep Rally just before the first game. Although the official records may not bear out that statement, the boys certainly provided us .with thrills galore in and out of the Garden. Sketchy as this history may be, the richest part of it lies in our individual hearts. Each of us has his own personal “class history”, as seen through his own eyes. It would seem to profane those sacred thoughts to attempt to capture them in the written word, and so we leave them unmolested and inviolable. 35 % 36 37 BROTHER ANTHELM, O.S.F. Bachelor of Arts Franklin Academy Moderator Third Order 4: Pres. Le Cerele Francois 4: International Rela¬ tions Club 3, 4. Brother Anthelm is looking forward to tlie day when lie will be teaching French in St. Francis Prep. Quiet and unassum¬ ing, his popularity is attested by his election as president of the French Club by the members, and his leadership by his appoint¬ ment as moderator of the 1 bird Order. Brother has high hopes of continuing studies for a Master’s Degree at Laval University at Quebec. They are very, very French up there. “C’est la vie.” 38 ROBERT E. BETZ Bachelor of Arts St. Ann ' s Academy International Relations Club, 2, 3, 4; , Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2; Aero Club 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Franciscan Staff 4. Although be is a History Major, it is quite doubtful if even be knows why. All joking aside, though, Bob is quite an energetic student. He took an English course at Hunter College at night this past semester, which, it is rumored, appears on bis tran¬ script under the heading of “extra-curricu¬ lar” activities. He was heard repeatedly saying: “I have a paper due at Hunter to¬ night”, but jut what type of paper it was be never explained. Bob is among the first 1000 on the pres¬ ent list for the Fire Department, so we ex¬ pect to see him sporting a uniform of blue before long. At least he shall have a job. His claim to fame is the fact that be is the only man known to have beaten the “Little Flower” to a fire. “I’d better get an exemption, or else . . . or else I’ll take the exam, that is.” 39 There aren ' t many who possess the per¬ sonality that Charlie does. No matter how serious the situation may be, you can he sure that Charlie will add a hit of humor. Wants a job paying “a dollar three eighty on ham” and is known as “Chuck” to those at the College who rate with the Administration. A real Franciscan, lie’s at every affair held -usually with his better half. He still ar¬ gues that he has the prettiest of the three sisters. . . . He’s also known as the Perry Como of the College. . . . “Chuck” almost talked the College into having Stan Kenton play at the school dances. Let’s read the notes once more: He believes two can live as cheaply as one and will probably try it in the near future. Good luck to you Charlie. CHARLES W. CAMPBELL Bachelor or Arts St. Augustine s D.H.S. Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; International Relations Club 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 2, 3; Class Vice-Pres. 4; Student Coun¬ cil 4; Ring Committee 4; French Club 1, 2: Library Staff 4. 40 JAMES F. CHAPIN Bachelor of Science Far Rockau ay H.S. Mendel Society 1, 2, 3, 4; Indicator Club 1, 2, 3; German Club 1, 2; Franciscan Staff 3, 4; Soph-Frosh Dance Committee. A native son of Far Rockaway. . . . “‘Let’s go look for a job, I need a little money.” . . . Foremost exponent of bow to figure out “the Quality Point Index”. Just ask him. . . . Jim lias also distinguished himself as an exponent of plant life. Knows all the bugs. . . . There have been rumors going around that he is interested in joining the ranks of the Benedicts. Good luck, boy. . . . Jim also did his bit for Uncle Sam, having served three years in the Army Medical Corps. . . . 41 HENRY H. CLYNE Bachelor of Science St, Francis Prep, Indicator Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 1; Glee Club 3; Third Order 1, 2, 3, 4; Pi Alpha 2, 3, 4. Quiet, pensive, and unassuming, Henry’s undergraduate career although unspectacu¬ lar, has been profitable to himself and his associates, who have found in him a good student and a loyal friend. His dry, unaf¬ fected humor and his ever present calm disposition have often brightened many an otherwise boring discussion, both in and out of class, and more than once kept others from ‘‘blowing their tops” when talk be¬ came heated. Henry expects to do graduate work in Chemistry, and those of us who have been with him for four years know that these fine qualities will be an indispensable asset to him in all his future undertakings. 42 FRANCIS X. COSTELLO Ba chelor of Arts Bishop Loughlin Memorial H.S. Varsity Track 1, 2; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3; International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Franciscan Sports Editor 4; Ring Committee, Chair¬ man 4; Class Treasurer 1, 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Dance Committee 3, 4; Student Librarian 4. “Cos” is one of the school’s most amiable smiling students. He enjoys not only being a student of high standing, in the eyes of the Dean, but also upholding bis social prestige among bis classmates. “The man in grey”, Cos is one of our dappers, especially in bis choice silk ties. He is known as Father Sutherland’s right hand man. . . . “Sorry I have a date tonight”. The possessor of a remarkable memory. . . . Attended Fordham at night. “Boy, are those girls smart up there.” . . . Brother Finbarr’s ace bookstore booster. . . . Also an authority on hazing. . . . His daily tete-a-tetes with Prof. Fiorenza are done with a purpose. . . . “Cos” is also getting the angles on the teaching racket. . . . 43 STEPHEN C. FERRARO Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep. Varsity Basketball 1, 2, 3, Capt. 4; In¬ ternational Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Religion Club 3, 4; bo’s bo 4. The pin-up boy Richmond Hill made fa¬ mous by bis picture in the “Sunday News”. A product of the Prep. Before the war, Steve was a standout on the basketball team, and after returning from the Marines, was elected captain of this year’s basketball squad. He’s always at bis best explaining ' The Spirituality of the Soul” in the Psychology class. You know lie’s around when you hear 4w Hey, Brother, that big black curtain just came down again”. Steve will always be remembered for his rich sense of humor, bis fighting spirit, and his all-around ability. When the going gets tough, that’s when Steve is at bis best. 44 FRANCIS J. FINNEGAN Bachelor of Arts Power Memorial H.S. Voice Staff 2, 4; French Club 1; English Club 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Pi Alpha; Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Freshman Dance Committee; International Relations Club 3, 4. “The Smilin’ Irishman” who is the num¬ ber one press agent for the Bronx. Frank can always be counted on to keep the party interesting. He was the most feared of the Pi Alpha members by the “dogs” . . . and with good reason. Possessor of a wonderful sense of humor, Frank never has to worry about “winning friends and influencing peo¬ ple”. A good student, Frank intends to put his History major to use. Frank’s chief am¬ bition is to be featured in one of those “men of distinction” ads. . . . 45 EDMUND J. FLEMING Bachelor of Arts Bishop Loughlin H.S. Student Council Pres. 4; Franciscan Bus¬ iness Manager 4; International Rela¬ tions Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 3, 4; Who’s Who 4; Dance Committee 3, 4; Pi Alpha, Sect. 3, Archon 4; Re¬ ligion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Catli. War Vet., Vice Com.; Library Staff 4. The prospective buyer of St. Francis Col¬ lege, Ed is most often seen in big deal” buddies in the corridors discussing plans for the improvement of the College. A favorite cry around the College is “May I see you a minute Ed, when you get a second?” In bis Senior year, it was most difficult to see Ed, even for a minute or two, as bis job as Bus¬ iness Manager of the Franciscan kept him well occupied. It could be that this is the cause of those bald spots which have made their appearance. On the serious side though Ed will be long remembered by all for bis untiring efforts in getting things done with the least loss possible. Who said there was an amusement tax? 46 GEORGE E. GILLESPIE Bachelor of Arts Brooklyn Tech . H.S . International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, Vice-Pres., Pres. 4; Religion Club 1, 2; French Club 3, 4; German Club 1, 2; Who’s Who 4. The ever smiling “Doc” can always be counted on to add a bit of humor to any gathering, whether it be in the classroom or at a club meeting. George is an active member of the Inter¬ national Relations Club and attends every meeting with bis “big’ black cigar. Of all the fellows who take part in extra¬ curricular activities, however, George is one of the quietest. We can bear out this fact by the manner in which be assumed the Presidency of the Student Council to which lie was elected this term. He goes about the procedures in a quiet business-like way: no ranting or fuming. We can sincerely say, and without hesita¬ tion, that no matter what field be enters, be will enjoy nothing but success. . . . 47 GEORGE R. HARPER Bachelor of Science Regis H.S. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 4; Bowling Team 4; Sodality 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4. A true Franciscan in every sense of the w r ord, George lias won the respect of all those who know him. For not only is be a good student but be is also an active partici¬ pant in the various activities about the school, among which are the Math Club and the Glee Club. Too, be lias been in¬ strumental to a large degree in initiating the first bowling team at St. Francis, and as a top notch bowler lias aided no incon¬ siderable amount in making the team’s first season a successful one. Whatever field George may choose, he is certain to make a name for himself in it. 48 JOSEPH L. JACCARINO, JR. Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep. International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3; Dean’s List 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling Team 4. “Jack”, as bis friends call him, com¬ menced his college career as a science ma¬ jor, but history held greater fascination for him, and, after his Freshman year, he con¬ verted to an arts man. Although such a change usually brings with it a correspond¬ ing loss in time, he lost no time, and even finished below par— 3 l 2 years. One semester his program consisted of five history courses and physical education. Possessor of an un¬ usually blithe sense of humor—he is for¬ ever popping up with a joke at the most unexpected time—Jack should go far in life, and we wish him luck and Godspeed. 49 EDWARD G. JOHNSON Bachelor of Arts De La Salle Institute Internationa] Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Basket¬ ball 1, 2, 3; bo’s Who 4; Co-Editor Franciscan 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Dance Committee 3, 4; Senior Class President: Ring Committee 4. “Knocky”, as be is familiarly called, is one of the older members of tlie Class, as well as being one of the most popular. His election as President of the Senior Class was almost unanimous, and bis work on the 1947 FRANCISCAN was invaluable. During the day be carried a full academic schedule, while at night be could be seen taking tick¬ ets at Radio City Music Hall—a combination possible only to one with great ambition. No biography of “Knocky” would be com¬ plete if it omitted to mention the fact that be is a husband and a father. We wonder bow be was able to find time for so many and so varied pursuits. 50 BROTHER JUNIPER, O.S.F. Bachelor of Science St. Anthony ' s Junior ate Math Club 4; French Club 4; Dean’s List 3, 4; International Relations Club 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 3, 4. Brother’s pleasing “little boy’’ smile has won him many friends, but his daring ex¬ periments in the Chemistry Lab have nearly caused the loss of many. . . . ‘ Roomers are flying.” . . . He “astounds” Brother Leo with his mas¬ tery of Calculus and Differential Equations. Will probably spend his old age writing his own book on Methods in Math. Brother also has a latent talent for the slide rule. . . . 51 LEO E. LLOYD Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep . Voice Staff 1, 2, Managing Editor 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3; Arts Club 3, Pres. 4; Editor “Arts Letter” 4; Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4; International Relations Club 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2; Third Order. Leo was one of the driving forces in the College during his undergraduate career. He was one of the most active members of the International Relations Club; lie rendered four years of valuable service to the Voice; then be culminated bis stay at St. Francis in tbe position of President of the Arts Club and Editor of tbe “Arts Letter” Despite such a wide program of extra-curricular activities, Leo always managed to maintain an enviable scholastic record. We are con¬ fident that such drive and ability will see Leo through to a fine position in life. 52 RAYMOND A. LUCIA Bachelor of Science Valley Forge Military Academy Mendel Society 1, 2; Indicator Club 1, 2; Aero Club 3. Ray is truly the “senior” of the Class, having started bis college career in 1935 at Manhattan College. Two years later be came to St. Francis, but, when the war clouds began gathering over Europe, be enlisted in the Army Air Forces. So, soon after Pearl Harbor, Ray was busy chasing Japs. He spent three years as a Jap POW (and be has re¬ cently been called to Japan to testify at the War Criminals Investigations. Upon bis return to St. Francis, Ray re¬ sumed bis courses in preparation for medi¬ cal school. A finer technician in the lab can not be found, as Ray combines confidence with a fine skill and thorough knowledge. These three attributes should prove invalu¬ able to him in bis chosen field. (Ed Note: Ray is the proud father of twins—a boy and a girl—and we do mean proud!) 53 GERARD T. MADIGAN Bachelor of Science Manual Training H.S. German Club 1; Math Club 4; Religion Club 2, 3; Class Basketball 2, 3; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4. This slim, dark haired gentleman from the reaches of Bay Ridge returned to St. Francis to finish bis studies which were near completion when he left to serve in the Army. “Jerry” will long be remembered by us for bis quiet and unobtrusive manner. During bis stay here be did well all those things in which he engaged. His ready smile and easy-going disposition are why he oc¬ cupies such a high position in our esteem. 54 JOHN T. McCANN Bachelor of Arts Power Memorial Academy International Relations Club 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. The chap who is always going around yelling “my father’s Irish .... The Staten Island ex-grocery clerk who did well in His¬ tory. . . . Whenever John was late, his excuse would be that the “ferry was delayed”. . . . This nautical experience didn’t seem to do him any good in the Army. . . . “He s a good teacher, but . . .” John used to enjoy coming to school, but since the Administration made him wear a suit coat, he couldn t wait to finish. . . . Asked how he happened to get stuck in the Army, lie replied “My draft board was a little low, so I volunteered in the E.R.C.” ... He started in ’40, received his A.B. in ’47 and is now a “pop” with one “com¬ mando”. . . . 55 DONALD J. METZ Bachelor of Science St. Francis Prep. Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Duns Scotus 3, Pres. 4; Indicator Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 4; Class Vice Pres. 1; Student Council 3, 4; Franciscan Co-Editor 4; Third Order; Who’s Who 4; Pi Alpha, Arehon 4; Senior Class Pres. 4. Don is not only one of the most able stu¬ dents ever to come to St. Francis, but also one of the most active, as his record shows. Well known for his lengthy arguments in the Philosophy and Psychology classes, Don carries through all his activities with a great deal of enthusiasm. His ambition is to teach Chemistry and Math, in which field lie should he as successful as in everything else he has undertaken. . . . 56 GERARD E. MOLONY Bachelor of Arts St. Augustine’s H. S. International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Religion Club 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basket¬ ball 2. “Gerry,” an aspiring law student majoring in History, bails from St. Augustine’s High. He took his first steps through the halls of St. Francis in January, 1943, and his winning smile has continued to attract many friends to him ever since. Gerry is witty, but his most alluring characteristics are bis con¬ structive radicalism and his ability to lead. Like many of his Class, Gerry’s education was temporarily interrupted for a short time by the war, but soon after his discharge he reported back to St. Francis eager to resume his college career, taking an active part in extra-curricular activities. After completion of his courses here at St. Francis, Gerry intends to spend the next few years of his life wandering around the various classes at the Fordham School of Law. Good luck, Gerry, so long. 57 WILLIAM P. MONAHAN Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep. Third Order 1, 2, Treas. 3, Prefect 4; International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Arts Club 3, 4. Possessing an exceptionally keen mind whose specialty it is to single out incongrui¬ ties in almost anything and then, proceeding to correct them. Bill is also a good student in History and English, the latter being bis Major. Bill lias also shown great promise of being an excellent writer, as some of his themes show. Too, be is an untiring worker, loyal, and a good friend. Reaching every¬ where, bis charming personality readily cul¬ tivates friendships. . . . 58 CORNELIUS A. O BRIEN Bachelor of Arts St. Domenics H.S. Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Philosophy Club, Vice-Pres. 4; To Kalon K’Agatlion 1, 2, 3; International Relations Club 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3; Library Staff 1, 2, 3, 4. Neil is a quiet, uncomplaining sort of fellow. Having returned to College after a “vacation” in the Army, he found that the only way lie could graduate in as short a time as possible was to shift his major from History to Philosophy. This change did not phase him in the least, and he came through with flying colors. It is rumored that his key to success was the fact that he had plenty of time to study while commuting between Huntington, L. I. and Butler St., Brooklyn. Neil intends to enter into the export-import field after graduation, and we wish him luck, which he so richly deserves. 59 THOMAS C. O’BRIEN Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep. Religion Club 1, 2, 3, 4; International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Basket¬ ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Sopli-Frosh Hop Committee; Ring Com¬ mittee 4; Class Vice-Pres. 1, 2, 3; Track 1 (Capt.), 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2; Cross Country 1, 2, 3, 4. The ‘ Belle Harbor Irishman” with the red face, who spends bis summers supervis¬ ing the rescuing of the “fair sex” at Roek- away Beach. Tom also plays a terrific game of football at the Guard position. . . . Dur¬ ing the war Tom was with the Marines, with whom be took part in the battle of Okinawa. . . . Returning to the College he was the same jovial and easy going fellow. He can usually be beard asking, “Hey Brother, where’s Unkiar Skelessi?” or “I can’t even ask a question in this course.” . . . 00 WILLIAM J. O’REILLY Bachelor of Arts Lafayette H. S. French Club 1, 2, 3, 4; International Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Sodality (Holy Cross ) 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Debating Society 4. A hopeful History major, Bill thinks it’s one of the higher courses. . . . “Why did I ever have to take Psychology?” ... “I see you have a blank look on your face.” “No Brother, I think I’ve got it.” He has a tough time remembering dates in History. ... Bill spent three years in the Navy, first having gone to midshipman’s school at Columbia and Holy Cross, and then entering the regu¬ lar Navy as ensign. . . . His sea legs come in handy for his weekly jaunts over to Jersey. 61 AMBROSE D. PARE Bachelor of Science St. Anns Academy Indicator Club 4; French Club 1, 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3 , 4; Intramural Track 2, 3. The “Doc” personifies the typical St. Francis man. A full academic schedule com¬ bined with a well rounded social schedule, occupied bis time at College. The war in¬ terrupted bis college education and be donned a US Navy uniform. In the service, as in school, be did a fine job. When be left the Navy be was the “skipper” of bis own ship. Once back at St. Francis be took up where be bad left off. One look at bis tran¬ script, which be is forwarding to dental school, will attest to the fact that lie lost none of bis “know-how”. A swell fellow in and out of school, it lias been a pleasure and a privilege to have been bis classmate. 62 EDMUND T. PFEIFER Bachelor of Arts St. Francis Prep. German Club 1, 2; International Rela¬ tions Club 3, 4; Religion Club 2, 3; Philosophy Club 1. Ed is a quiet fellow, sincere and liked by all. Some time ago, in 1941, to be exact, be began a life of “blood, sweat and tears” at St. Francis College. A member of the German and Interna¬ tional Relations Clubs, Ed will not forget the enjoyable evenings spent at Butler Street when he attended their meetings. Yes, we are sure when Ed leaves St. Fran¬ cis, he will take away with him many happy memories of good fellowship and time well spent. It is also our fervent wish that the world will be a place of joy and success for him through all the years of his life. 63 EDWARD F. QUINN Bachelor of Arts Brooklyn Preparatory To Kalon K’Agathon 1, 2; Religion Club 1, 2; Philosophy Club 3, Pres. 4; Treasurer, Junior Class; Glee Club 1, 2; Dean’s List 4. Ed is one of those students who matricu¬ lated at St. Francis before the war. He could scarcely wait to return to these peace¬ ful balls after three years in the Army. During bis time be has been President of the Philosophy (dub. President of the Bur- schenchaft Edelweiss (before the war, that is) and Treasurer of bis Junior Class. As a Major in Philosophy, be said: fcw I couldn’t help casting some longing glances at the unlined, untroubled faces of the His¬ tory Majors.” After completing bis courses here, lie in¬ tends to undertake further studies in Psy¬ chology at Fordham . . . with the help of God (and a few good contacts). 64 JOHN J. QUINN Bachelor of Science Brooklyn Preparatory Indicator Club 1, 2, 3, Vice-Pres. 4; Mendel Society, Pres. 4; Third Order; Religion Club 1, 2, 3; Varsity Basket¬ ball Mgr. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 2, 3; Chem Lab Technician 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class President; Voice Staff 3; Franciscan Photographic Editor. “Oops, it’s 1:30; I have to make a phone call.” So while Jack is visiting that wonder¬ ful invention of Alexander Graham Bell, I (or we?) would like to tell you something about him as long as he is not here to de¬ fend himself. Jack is that type of collegian who goes at any task with everything he lias. He has a keen interest in all our social and scholas¬ tic activities. One of his more important positions is that of President of the Mendel Society. Under him this club flourished and is one of the most well organized and smoothly functioning groups in the College. We are sure that the Class of 1947 shall always be proud to know that one of its members is John J. Quinn. 65 t CHARLES W. REISERT Bachelor of Science Cathedral College Indicator Club 3, 4; Mendel Society 4; Religion Club 3; Who’s Who 4; Business Manager, Franciscan 4; Assistant in Chemistry 3, 4. Charlie, as we call him, joined us after two years at Cathedral College, lie aspires to be a chemist and shows good technique in the lab. An all around “good Joe”, he often helps the Frosli with the tough cliem problems. He is a real Franciscan and supports all the College activities in every possible way. This year he was selected as one of the group to represent the College in “Who’s Who Among Students in American Univer¬ sities and Colleges”. His pet saying is: “Gosh, fellows, leave me alone; I haven’t finished my Math as¬ signment yet”. His ability will carry him far in any field that he might select. 66 DOMINIC F. SCOLAMIERO Bachelor of Science New Utrecht H.S . Indicator Club 4; Matli Club 4; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Voice Editor 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council, Vice-Pres. 4. Dom, as be is known to bis friends, is gifted with a very pleasing personality and periodically sports a very dignified mous¬ tache. He spent many hours of bis College days trying to find the shortest route from Bay Ridge to Butler Street, and it is the general opinion of the Class that he is now qualified to do graduate work in trail blazing with Adm. Byrd. As a Junior, Dom was editor of the Voice. This year has brought him to the climax of his studies in Math, and when ask how he felt about it he replied: “Next to my girl, Math is my favorite subject”. 67 JOSEPH F. SCOTTO Bachelor of Arts St. Augustine ' s D.H.S. French Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 1, 2; To Kalon K’Agathon 1, 2; Philosophy Club 1, 2, 3. It’s difficult to describe Joe. He’s an ex¬ tremely quiet and unobtrusive fellow but rates as an excellent student, being keen and observant and stocked with a wealth of common sense. His predominant trait is his eagerness to help out in any undertaking. Being a good practical Catholic, he enjoyed the reputation of being called “The Saint” by his buddies in the service. A member of the French Club and To Kalon K’Agathon, Joe will always be remembered by all— especially for his “corny” sense of humor. 68 MATTHEW A. SHANNON Bachelor of Science St . Aug ustine D.H.S . Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; Interclass Basket¬ ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Religion Club 2, 3; In¬ dicator Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Coun¬ cil 4. In the personality of Mat Shannon one finds a true Franciscan and a student of fine calibre. In the classroom, few can surpass him and for zeal in extra-curricular activi¬ ties few can equal him. After his first year, Mat left St. Francis to continue liis studies at Holy Cross under the Navy V-12 program. His next step was Columbia Midshipman School where, after grinding for four months, he received his commission in the U.S.N.R. Mat saw action in the North Atlantic aboard the USS APD-114 as a radar officer. One thing we certainly praise is his ambi¬ tion. He wants to get somewhere in life and with such aspirations, our predictions are that he will surely obtain a position worthy of his talents. 69 JAMES P. SPEICHER Bachelor of Science St. Augustine D.H.S. Math Club 4; International Relations Club 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 2; Intra- murals 3, 4; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4. Geniality and versatility are words that best describe Jim. For having the true Franciscan spirit, he has been well liked at the College. A willing and helpful sup¬ porter of all activities, he has earned an enviable record. Too, being gifted with a fine mind, the problems of Math were taken in stride. Proof of this lies in his unbroken string of A’s in that course. Vi e at St. Fran¬ cis know that only success can crown his future undertakings. . . . 70 GERALD J. DOWD Bachelor of Arts St. Michael 9 s D. H. S . Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4; Third Order; To Kalon K’Agathon 1, 2, Sect. 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Philosophy Club 3, 4; In¬ ternational Relations Club 1, 2, 3, 4; German Club 1, 2. “Gerry” is an old friend at the College, one whom we welcomed back with open arms after an absence of five years. During the three years he was with us preceding the war, Gerry was one of the stalwart support¬ ers of College activities. Chairman of the Catholic Truth Committee and Sodality, Treasurer of the Third Order, he also found time to dabble in the affairs of To Kalon K’Agathon, the Glee Club, History Club and sundry other activities too numerous to mention. A good fellow well met, we wish him (almost superfluously) every success in future life. 71 JOSEPH W. HALLIWELL Bachelor of Science St. Frands Prep. Religion Club 1, 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3; Indicator Club 1, 2, 3; Math Club 4; Voice Editor 3; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4. Joe, who lias just returned from tbe serv¬ ice to tbe Senior Class, is still the Class youngster. As a conversationalist, there are few who can compare with him—a master of logic and satire. His charming, possessive manner, bis unfailing spirit of cooperation and bis brilliant scholastic record have won for him tbe fond respect of all those with whom be has come in contact. He is one student who has left us with a fond memory which we shall ever cherish. 72 75 JUNIOR CLASS Entering upon the upper level of college life, we experienced the feeling that every College Junior, or anyone who has ever been one, knows. For two years we have been treated as little better than grown up school boys, but the opening of the current school year witnessed a metamorphasis. Overnight almost, we were men and we were treated as such. This feeling of importance was not mere vainglory, as a look at our record will show. First of all, one of our best liked men—Jim Cusack—who writes a column in the Sports section of the Voice, appeared on Steve Ellis’ program one evening. Jim, in an impromptu interview with Steve, predicted the victors in 12 out of 18 football contests. But what is really important, Jim represented St. Francis College on the air waves. Two more of our men carried the name of St. Francis College to the fore by attending the Chicago Students’ Conference, a convention of college students from all over the nation. These men are John lorio and Ed larrell, both of whom, incidentally, were chosen in succeeding issues of the Voice as Franciscan of the Week. This is just another example of how we assumed roles of leader¬ ship at the College. 77 We are not a large class, as reference to our picture will prove, and yet we were able to run a socially and financially successful “outside” dance. This affair was our Winter Dance held at the Hotel Bossert, with music by Bob Esclnnan and his Orchestra. We worked hard to make this function a success, and “after the ball was over” our efforts were repaid to us one hundred fold for everyone had had a good time and, what was equally important at the time, all expenses were met out of the revenue received. So, you see, our Class accomplished much. e not only presented the student body at large with an evening’s entertainment, but we also publicized the name of St. Francis College. With this much achieved we are looking for¬ ward to next year—our Senior Year, with great expectations. We find that there is little to be said, so we take this opportunity to thank all our teachers for their understanding and cooperation and close with sincere hope that we shall all receive a “return ticket” next fall. 78 SOPHOMORE CLASS Many of us were Freshmen together, and many of us were not. And so, during the first half of the school year we did not know a large number of our classmates. In February, however, under the guidance of Tony Agoglia and Jim Ernst, we banded together to re-institute Freshman Hazing for the newly arrived students. During Hazing Week we got to know each other, in our efforts to present a united front to the Frosli Class. It was fun for all, and it accomplished an unforeseen end. We know each other now, and we intend to foster this feeling of class spirit through the remaining years of our college career. As all good things come to an end—and we do mean good—so must this joyful year. We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to our beloved teachers who have so often been troubled by our unworthy answers and slowness to learn. May St. Francis and the almighty God forever keep us under their heavenly care and help us to remain in as happy a state as the one which we are in. So, happily we enter our Junior year, yet so sorrowfully leave our Sophomore year, the happiest of our College career. FRESHMAN CLASS H2 85 THE THIRD ORDER OF ST. Moderator .Brother Anthelm Prefect .Williams Monohan Vice-Prefect . Raymond Kraft FRANCIS Novice Master .William Powderly Treasurer .Martin Coan Secretary .Francis Giordano The Third Order of St. Francis has long been in existence in the College. The Third Order was founded, primarily, to sanctify its members by the observ¬ ance of their Rule of Life, and secondly to attract others to Christian virtues, by diffusing the Cliristlike spirit of St. Francis in domestic and social life. The year’s activities were commenced by the annual pilgrimage to St. Patrick’s Cathedral on October 4. This was closely followed by the reading of the annual report at Sacred Heart church in Yonkers. The ceremony of Recep¬ tion was held in December and Professions, in February. The climax of the activities will come in the form of the National Tertiary Council Conference to be held this August in Detroit. This conference will be attended by Brother Anthelm, the moderator, and by representatives of the tertiaries from the College. 87 Founded at student demand, today more than ever in the history of St. Francis College, the Sodality, the outstanding religious function at the Col¬ lege, plays the most important role in campus activity. Actuated by spiritual motives, tlie Sodality has as its main principle Catholic Action, attempting to stimulate the Catholic mind to a greater participation in the doctrines and dogma of the Catholic Faith. Under the spiritual guidance of Father Fleming, its new moderator, a varied program of Catholic Action was established. Appointed committee chairman undertook ventures in various fields of Catholic Action with outstanding results. October devotions at the Grotto of Our Lady and a campaign to Christian¬ ize advertising were the two earliest activities of the Sodality. The Catholic Truth Committee set up pamphlet racks both in the College library and the students room to foster readings concerning the truth about the Catholic Church, its dogma and moral principles. During Advent, the committee set forth a cam¬ paign to put Christ in Christmas advertising and on Christmas cards. As an aid along those lines, numerous editorials and eye-catching displays were posted and distributed around the College. The First Friday of each month found the student body in the Chapel of Our Lady of Angels, partaking in the devotions in the form of a Holy Hour 88 sponsored by the Sodality. Fathers Fleming and Varialle took turns in officiating at these monthly exercises, offering the prayers of tlie student body for the intentions of Our Holy Father. Several members of the Sodality played active roles in confraternity and social work in the numerous parishes of the five boroughs. Realizing that the power of the press aids in the attainment of a goal, the Sodality published a bi-weekly bulletin entitled “Sparks”. This bulletin con¬ tained the religious calendar of the College, many pertinent articles of religious information and general aids for leading a more perfect Catholic life. A compact, efficient organization, functioning on the zeal of tlie individual committees, the Sodality has proved its effectiveness, and should serve as a stimulus to more diligent work in the field of Catholic Action by Catholic Col¬ lege students. May next year’s members hold up these traditions and aims and continue the struggle to transform the word Catholic from a mere abstract word to an actual reality—a way of life. The elected officials of this past year’s Sodality were as follows: President...Mr. John lorio Vice-President.Mr. Frank Giordano Secretary.Mr. Ed Farrel Treasurer.Mr. Arthur O’Connor 89 With the re-activation of the various student activities, there was a definite need for organized student government in the College. Accordingly, one of the most important tasks that faced the student body last September was the election of class representatives to tlie Student Council. As there was not suffi¬ cient time to follow ' the constitutional procedure in the election of a president, the Council itself selected Ed Fleming for that position. Ed, who had been in attendance at the College prior to the war and had had tlie opportunity of having seen the Student Council in action, proved to be a very suitable leader especially for the innauguration of such a program. Under his guidance, the Student Council assumed the powers and privileges accorded it under the constitution, and student government soon pervaded every phase of college life. Coordination and supervision of social activities was the biggest problem that had to be undertaken. With so many student organizations and classes aspiring to compete socially with one another, conflicts in scheduled dances, smokers, etc., had to be carefully eliminated to assure equal opportunity of success for each function. Each organization was allotted adequate and equitable “advertising” space for posters around the building, and no function was allowed to be too close to any preceding one. In December, the Student Council chose two student representatives to attend a student conference held in Chicago during the Christmas recess. These two men were Ed Farrell and John lorio. At the first January meeting of the Council these men submitted to that body a lengthy and detailed report on the proceedings of the conference, along with the suggestion that permanent repre¬ sentatives to the Chicago Student Conference and the National Federation of 90 Catholic College Students be appointed. This suggestion was acted upon by the Student Council, and permanent representatives and alternates, from the student body, were chosen. At the same meeting in January, plans were discussed for the first general election by the student body of the President of the Student Council. During the following week the Senior Class nominated George Gillespie and Don Metz as opposing candidates for the presidency. After a spirited two week campaign, the elections were conducted during the Annual Retreat. When the ballots were tallied, George Gillespie emerged victorious. The score: 176-171. During the Spring Semester, the pre-war policy of conducting Friday morning general assemblies, presided at by the President of the Student Coun¬ cil, was re-instituted. In an effort to propagate school spirit among the students, the “Alma Mater” and the “Red Blue Marching Song” were sung at each assembly. Invitations were extended to the various clubs to conduct one as¬ sembly apiece, at which the organization would have an opportunity of ex¬ pounding its aims, purposes, and activities to the student hody at large. Many interesting talks were given at these assemblies by invited speakers, and the students began to look forward to Friday morning for their weekly hour of enlightenment and entertainment. As an over-all picture, the year 1946-1947 witnessed the re-activation and prodigious development of the Student Council to a position of authority and honor. 91 DINS SCOTUS To every Franciscan, the name of Duns Scotus signifies intellectual acumen and scholastic achievement. This great Light of the Church and the Franciscan Order is the special patron of the College Honor Society. Admission to the Society is granted on the basis of scholastic achievement and participation in extra-curricular activities, and is conferred only on upper classmen. With the world of today in such sore need of leadership. Duns Scotus Honor Society is continuing its endeavor to seek out and encourage such needed individuals among the undergraduates of St. Francis. THE DUNS SCOTUS PLEDGE ‘“Realizing the aim of Duns Scotus, and the responsibility of membership in a society under bis protection, we will for¬ ever hold close the attributes linked with the name of our patron. In service, scholarship, and individual character we will assume as our way of life, in the Church and in the State, the ideals evidenced in his life, namely: clarity of vision, innocence of mind, strictness of responsibility, and service to God.” 92 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUR On November 26, 1945, the I.R.C. was reborn, after having suffered as all other scholastic activities during the war. At the meeting called on this date, a slate of officers was elected, Ed Farrell being chosen president. Under the leadership of its Moderator, Brother Finbarr, and its newly elected president, the I.R.C. embarked upon a most active program. The topic chosen for dis¬ cussion during the year was “Anti-Catholic Bigotry in the United States”. At the subsequent monthly meetings papers were read by members on the A.P.A., the Ku Klux Klan, the Know-Nothing Party, and various other movements which have served as media of expression for Anti-Catholic bigots in this country. Among the many inter-collegiate functions attended by the I.R.C., during the past year, the following might be mentioned: the Annual Pan-American Day Celebration, sponsored by Immaculata College, in Philadelphia; the Eight¬ eenth Annual Conference of the Catholic Association for International Peace; and the Annual Middle Atlantic I.R.C. Conference. The Club was instrumental in the innauguration of a series of I.R.C. lectures as part of the curriculum for the 1947 Sp ring Semester. The Moderator secured, as lecturers, several of the country’s most outstanding authorities on international relations. 93 ST. BONAVENTURE PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY Established at student demand to aid those men who have a deeper in¬ terest in philosophy, the Philosophical Society, inactive during the war years, has once more enjoyed its rebirth under the guiding hand of its Moderator, Brother Pascal. Upholding the traditions of the past, the Philosophical Society devoted this year’s activities to discussions on contemporary problems and thinkers, comparing them in their relationships to the thinkers of the past. During the course of the college year, the members gave scheduled lectures on the history behind philosophy, both the pagan and the Catholic points of view. Creative aids were offered by our Moderator, which aids offered a more detailed background for further discussions. Many potential aspects of con¬ temporary problems were looked upon and examined hv the members. Creative and critical analysis, and not mere reportorial matter were offered by the par¬ ticipants at such discussions. In treating the problems in this manner the members gained a far more interesting and educational outlook on such disputes. Qualification for membership in the Society demands an interest in and further study in philosophy along with an active participation in the varied lectures and discussions offered by the Society. 94 LE CERCLE FRANCOIS To counter-act the attention being paid to activities outside college life, Le Cercle Francois, in its fifteenth year of existence, open to all and yet quite aristocratic, upholds the tradition of being one of the most popular and most active organizations of the College. Under the capable direction of Mr. N. Fiorenza the prominence of the organization increased tremendously. Through¬ out the entire college year, Le Cercle Francois has lived up to its aim—a social atmosphere embodied in the true French spirit. In order to interpret the French mind and culture, a most actively sup¬ ported program, which included the attending of several French movies and plays, and visiting numerous French art galleries and cuisines, was initiated and executed. To allow the members to display and improve a knowledge of the French language, many informal “soirees” were conducted both at the College and homes of the fraternity brothers. Undoubtedly, the most interesting and entertaining evening ever held by the organization was the production of a one act play—“L’Anglais tel qu’on le parle”—rendered by fellow associates of the club. 95 GLEE CLUB Ever since its initial organization under the moderatorship of Brother Pascal the St. Francis College Glee Club has been regarded as one of the lead¬ ing extra-curricular activities of the College. A group of men banded together for the purpose of spreading cheer and spirit among themselves and all those who listen to them—that is what comprises the College’s Glee Club. The popularity that this club en joys is due in part to the frequent informal concerts that it gives each year throughout the New York area at various col¬ leges and nurses’ residences, thereby giving its members an opportunity to com¬ bine the social with the artistic. But the main reason for its popularity is the integral part that it plays in everyday college life at our weekly assemblies. The “Red Blue Marching Song” and the “Alma Mater” have been popularized among the student body at large by this organization since its foundation. This year the club was deprived of the services of Mrs. Marie MacDonald, who was forced to resign due to severe illness. Professor ocolli, however, as¬ sumed the direction of the club, which is having another successful year spread¬ ing Franciscan cheer and Franciscan spirit wherever it appears. DEBATING SOCIETY ARTS CLUB The St. Francis College Debating So¬ ciety, under the moderatorship of Mr. Francis Delaney, Professor of Speech, was re-activated last December, after four years during which debates were suspended due to war. Realizing that speech is a significant factor in leader¬ ship throughout the world today, stu¬ dents at St. Francis are encouraged to undertake the rigorous training and practice necessary to acquire the power of effective speech. To provide means of exercising those powers is the work of the Debating Society. The Arts Club was instituted princi¬ pally to aid those students who are majoring in English by affording them the opportunity of contacts with literary and cultural trends found elsewhere than in the class. Trips to the Morgan Library, the Frick Museum, and the Associated American Artist Galleries were all highlights of this semester’s program. The “Arts Letter’’ made its first appearance in four years under the editorship of Leo Lloyd, President, as¬ sisted by the Vice-President, John Ryan. It contained news stories, articles, and original short selections. 97 MATH CUB Presided over by Brother Leo, the Math Club endeavors to show all mem¬ bers the practical value of this fascinat¬ ing Science. The meetings are high¬ lighted by a report on some famous Mathematician but always end up in a mood of gaiety, with Brother Leo stump¬ ing the boys by demonstrations of his “wizardries”. An underlying purpose of the Math Club is affording its members valuable practice in teaching this sub¬ ject by having them offer scheduled as¬ sistance to the lower classes, both in¬ terested parties being benefitted. During the year the hoys enjoyed themselves at “socials” which incorporated educa¬ tion along with enjoyment. INDICATOR CLUB Revived once again after a lapse of four years, the Indicator (dub soon ac¬ quired many members, including not only Chemistry Majors but also other students interested in more than a class¬ room knowledge of Chemistry. Regular meetings were conducted throughout the school year at which enlightening talks were given on such subjects as the elec¬ tron microscope and the Abbe Refracto- meter. Following these meetings the usual procedure of serving refreshments and sandwiches was followed. The In¬ dicator Club is quite anxious to inaugu¬ rate a program of scheduled trips to in¬ dustrial labrotories in the area so that the members may observe Chemistry in action. 98 MENDEL SOCIETY The men of St. Francis College can be justly proud of their Mendel Society, for it was the first Chapter in the State of New York and one of the first of the five original Chapters in the entire United States. The Mendel Society is the oldest organization in St. Francis College, and it has always been a favorite among the students. The purpose of the Mendel Society is to stimulate and develop in the student an interest in biology and its allied fields. Our future doctors and re¬ search biologists are imbued with the thought that life is sacred and must be preserved. Under the guidance of its Moderator, Professor John Baiardi, and club president, John Quinn, the Mendel Society made a greater comeback last year than many of the College’s organizations. This was a result of the untiring efforts of the Society’s Officers and the individual members, who, acting in per¬ fect unity, launched an extensive membership campaign and booster drive. Activity nights were enlivened by medical movies and lectures by prominent speakers in the field of biology, all of which served to arouse in the students a greater interest in that field. PI ALPHA One of the most frequent questions asked of Greek letter Fraternities is —“What does the name mean?” In most cases the question is ignored or passed over with a shrug of the shoulder or a feeble explanation of the Greek alphabet. This is not the case with Pi Alpha. At St. Francis, Pi Alpha means more than just letters. It means loyalty, devotion, service, support. It means that whoever labors under our banner labors for the best interest of St. Francis. I hese qualities of leadership and devotion are constantly being exhibited by P.A. men. Ed Fleming did a fine job restoring to life some of the pre-war activity of the College, as fine an example as can be found. But, in addition. Pi Alpha men are doing a splendid job in all fields of College activity. There’s Jim Cusack and Bob Maher, who influence greatly the path of the Voice, along with Jack McGrath, Business Manager of that publication; Ed Farrell, who besides representing the College at various inter-collegiate meetings, found time to guide the Junior Dance; Don Metz, who deserves a lot of credit for his work as Editor of the 1947 FRANCISCAN; and Robert Maher and Dick Droge, who fashioned the Soph-Frosh Hop. These and many others are Pi Alpha men, laboring to further the interests of St. Francis College and their Fraternity. 1(H) BURSCHENSCHAFT EDELWEISS With the appointment of a new Pro¬ fessor of German by the administration tlie German Club acquired a new mod¬ erator. He was Dr. Otto Pfeiffenberger. Dr. Pfeiffenberger’s task was a bard one, that of reorganizing a group with which has was not familiar. The Burschenschaft Edelweiss, after its first two meetings, held a gala Christ¬ mas party which wa s a great success. The only other club which held as suc¬ cessful a Christmas party was Le Circle Francois. The chief object of the Burschenschaft Edelweiss is to stimulate and develop an interest in the rich storehouse of culture and art which is the heritage of the German people. The club has been ac¬ tive in the college since 1936 and during the past year has taken its place among the important clubs at St. Francis. VOCATION CLUB Pius XI in his encyclical letter on the Catholic Priesthood, tells us, “All should do their utmost to increase the ranks of strong and zealous workers in the vine¬ yard of the Lord; the more so, as the moral needs of society are growing greater instead of less.” As a response to this concerned counsel, the Vocation Club was initiated at the end of the Fall semester. The program of this group, under the wise direction of Fathering Fleming, seeks two main ends: first, that those who have determined with some certi¬ tude that their path lies in the service of God’s Church, either as priest or brother, might, through conference given, be fostered in that direction; sec¬ ond, that those who are as yet uncertain or desire to investigate this type of life might receive adequate information and he thereby aided to ascertain their call in life. 101 Amidst the confusion of the newly adjusted students last October, the first issue of the Voice appeared, brom a rather slow beginning, the student pub¬ lication gathered journalistic momentum with each succeeding issue, and so attained the standards of a respected collegiate newspaper. Rising above difficul¬ ties, chief among which was that almost the entire staff was new, the Voice having been suspended during the war, the college paper appeared regularly through¬ out the year. The Editor, John Lynch, and his assistants, Joe Healey and Jim Cusack, carefully planned each issue, hoping that every succeeding edition would be even better than the last. The large staff aided in having each edition out in time by fulfilling their assignments promptly. “Smiling” Joe Healey, be¬ sides being associate editor, contributed to “The World Today”, “Jesting” Jim Cusack edited the sports section, and kept the students informed on the latest news in the field of sports with his column “Ridin’ The Pines”. The one who saw all in Oisa and Data was Bill McGrath, business manager, who portrayed the antics of the students. Owing to the large enrollment of veterans, a new feature, “The Veteran’s Corner”, under the pen of Charlie Silva was added to provide information for the vets of St. Francis. “The Third Degree”, with its rather pointed questions, and various answers provided some humor on the fourth page. Bill Fitzgerald’s religious column informed the students of their religious duties, while “In Retrospect” by Joe Gaetano delved into the archives of the Voice, telling of past occurrences at St. Francis College. Every publica¬ tion date, Jim Brennan, the circulation manager, could be seen in the Voice 102 office busily engaged in sending copies out to those who were on the mailing list. As the saying goes, every body wants to get into the act, and everyone on the staff did. Friday was the deadline—a hectic day for the staff as well as the editorial Board. The editor would be banging his head if an article was missing; the other members were busy finishing up articles. Yes, on those days the Voice office showed great signs of industrious labor. When the dust had settled, papers stopped flying, and writing ceased, the articles were stuffed into an envelope and sent to press. Making up the “dummy” came another day, and proof-reading yet another day. By such a process the paper appeared regularly. With all the hard work, headaches, and worries, there was manifested a truly friendly spirit among the members of the staff, and at the end of the year, the staff can say that the satisfaction received from writing was well worth the effort put into the student publication of our College. The year, ’46-’47, in one of the past editorials of the paper, was entitled “THE YEAR”. Certainly it has lived up to that name. There was a host of College news, and the Voice tried to cover everything in the best possible manner. Above all, the Voice tried to serve the interests of the students, for the editors always kept it in mind that this was and is the medium of student opinion and thought and also a means of influencing students on intercollegiate affairs. The editors and staff tried to enkindle and fan the spirit that we, here in St. Francis, call Franciscan Spirit. W 7 Mm if I ' M Bm J mt i - l J Hi Ht VS! THE FRANCISCAN How and why I HR 194 t FRANCISCAN was ever published can be aptly termed twin 64 dollar questions. It is doubtful if even the famed Answer Man is able to find the answers to these quesries. Only a thorough analysis of all the conditions which surrounded the publication of the College Year Book, after a lapse of four years, can yield the answer. Rarly in October, the Senior Class convened at one of its regular bi-monthly meetings, and discussed the question that had been privately talked of for weeks—“Should we publish a year book this year?” Much was said both for and against the proposal, and the Class was quite evenly divided in its opinion. After lengthy discussion and deliberation, it was finally decided that we would take a chance. Accordingly, the proper contacts were made with the cover manu¬ facturer and the publisher, and things were under way. Desiring to have both halves of the class equally represented on the Staff, eo-Rditors Rd Knocky Johnson and Don Metz—and co-Business Managers— Rd Fleming and Charlie Reisert—were chosen. Frank Costello was chosen to be the Sports Editor, and Jack Quinn assumed the position of Photographic Editor. Til turn, each member of the Class was given a definite job to do, and, although no specific titles were attached to these tasks, each man became an integral part of the machine. The Editorial Staff spent many long hours editing and proof-reading copy for the book, while the members of the Business Staff ' stuffed the mails and kept the telephone wires hot in their effort to secure ads. The Photographic Depart¬ ment had its own headaches, what with devising a suitable schedule for taking pictures and then seeing that it was carried out efficiently. Nor was the task 104 of the Sports Editor all milk and honey, for, what had originated as a one sport program, soon developed into a three sport one, thereby just tripling the work necessary. To us who had favored the publication of THE FANCISCAN from the beginning it was very gratifying to witness the manner in which all, even those who had at first opposed the plan, chipped in and carried out assignments cheerfully and efficiently. Without such unity of action the task would have been even more difficult than it was. Lest we forget, the entire Staff wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude to all those who in any way cooperated with us in our undertaking, especially th ose under classmen who responded to our wishes so unhesitatingly. Our sin- cerest wish is that they, too, shall be greeted with an equal amount of coopera¬ tion when this task falls to them in years to come. Here, then, are the answers to the questions. Why?—because we truly felt that the college year, especially for the Senior Class, would not have been complete without a Year Book. Despite the difficulties which were posed, we were determined to publish THE 1947 FRANCISCAN. The answer is sheer de¬ termination. How?—through the unfailing efforts of the Staff, plus the co¬ operation of the entire Senior Class and many under classmen. Although we were entirely devoid of all literary talent, we pooled our resources, in the true Franciscan manner, evened off the rough edges, and so produced 1 HE 194 7 FRANCISCAN. The answer, then, is wholehearted support and cooperation. 1947 FRANCISCAN STAFF Edward Johnson.. Donald Metz. Edmund Fleming Charles Reisert Francis Costello... John Quinn. (diaries Silva. Robert Betz. Joseph Wielert. Joseph Mahoney.. .... Co-Editor .... Co-Editor .... Co-Business Manager ... Co-Business Manager ... Sports Editor ....Photographic Editor .... Photogra pher Associate Photographer .... Moderator .. Moderator STAFF ASSISTANTS Charles Campbell Anthony Carotenuto James Cusack George Gillespie George Harper Jo!m Iorio Joseph Jaccarino Leo Lloyd John McGrath Cornelius O ' Brien Ambrose Fare Edward Quinn Dominic Scolamiero Matthew Shannon 106 109 BASKETBALL The 1946-47 Season Following three very lean war years, the St. Francis Terriers entered upon their 1946-47 basketball season with high hopes. When the first call for candidates was posted early in October, some eighty fellows turned out. Coach Joe Brennan, after watching the boys work out a lew times, narrowed this number down to what he considered the best in the school. Among those chosen to represent the school on the court were many members of last year’s varsity and also many re¬ turning servicemen who had played var¬ sity ball in previous years. By the time the first whistle was about to blow, a starting quintet of Emil Mele, Steve Ferraro, Joe Dolan, Jack Zeitler. and Hal Grady bad been selected. The only Senior on the team, and an ex- Marine officer, Steve Ferraro was elected to be the captain. The team’s Garden schedule was comprised of the follow¬ ing: N. Y. U., Louisiana State, West Vir¬ ginia, La Salle, and St. John’s, the for¬ mer three being rated among the na¬ tion’s top quints. Rolling over their first two opponents by sizeable margins, the Friars entered the Eighth Avenue arena for their con¬ test with the highly favored Violets. The Terriers proved to be “bees” for the Violets. At intermission time the score was deadlocked at 22-22, by virtue of Mele’s long set shot just ten seconds before the buzzer. The Washington Heights boys rallied in the second half to down those pesty Terriers, but the latter showed that they were to be reck- oned with. w WM The following week saw the Red and Blue again in Madison Square Garden, this time against L. S. U. At the end of this game everyone was convinced that the Terriers were a “first-half team,” for they were leading by nine points at half-time intermission, only to lose 60-57. Outstanding for the Butler Street¬ ers was Jack Zeitler, who sank 11 points and also was superlative on the defense. W ith the loss to L. S. U. still fresh in their minds, the Terriers dropped an easy one to a weak Poly Tech five. Then, at the end of the third week their aver¬ age fell to below .500, due to the defeat at the hands of an overpowering est Virginia team. In this contest the Ter¬ riers were completely outclassed by the Mountaineers by the score of 72-42. The Friars just could not cope with the fast¬ breaking West Virginians, who entered the Invitation Tournament later, at the close of the season. The Terriers now began to hit their stride, showing at last the ability they had kept dormant until almost mid¬ season. They finished their season from then on in grand style, winning twelve out of their next fifteen cotests. The vic¬ tims were Queens College, Loyola Col¬ lege, Newark College of Engineering, and Iona, before dropping the next one to Ford ham in an overtime period, 55-47, at the Rose Hill gym. Once again the Terriers went on a winning spree, chalk¬ ing up seven straight wins against such opponents as Manhattan, Brooklyn, Adelphi, and a pair of wins over both Hofstra and Siena. Two of the last three games that the Red and Blue played were staged in the Garden. Both adversaries boasted having centers whose scalps scraped the strato¬ sphere. The two Goliaths were Faust of La Salle and Boykoff of St. John’s U. Faust did not prove as damaging as Boy- kofl as can be seen by comparing his 12 points with BoykofTs 54, which set a new M. S. G. record for individual scor¬ ing in one game. Off to a poor start by losing four of their first seven games, the Terriers fin¬ ished the season fourth in the City with a record of 15-7; against the Metropoli¬ tan teams the Friars had a record of 2 wins and 4 losses. One of the highlights of the season was the victory over Loyola of Balti¬ more by the score of 82-51. The Red and Blue entered this encounter a hope- less underdog and emerged victorious by a margin of 31 points. Also in this contest George Lindemann set the season record for individual scoring for the Terriers with 22 poins—six field goals and ten foul shots. Incidentally, this Loyola team was the first team to make the high-flying Seton Hall quintet bite the dust. The favorite pastime of the Terriers this past season was to hold down high scorers. During the campaign the Friars came up against such men as Jim Lacey of Loyola, Johnny Mills of Hofstra, and Tony Karpowich of Fordham. Of the above mentioned trio, the first two fin¬ ished rated among the top five in the nation. Lacey had an average for the season of twenty points per game, but Zeitler held him to .14, the lowest night he had all season. Johnny Mills had two very meager scoring sprees against the basketeers of St. Francis. He dropped in 34 points in the two games with the Red and Blue. Of those 34 points only 22 were gathered via the field goal route. The best job of stopping a high scorer was turned in by Emil Mele when he held Karpowich of Fordham to two foul shots for a grand total of 2 points. For Karpowich this was a bitter pill to swallow. Tony had become accustomed to scoring at least 15 markers per game. The Friars lost six games during the season, but never once were they out¬ fought while on the court. S.F.C 79 74 42 65 57 44 42 77 82 48 46 47 53 62 55 44 40 53 62 44 66 52 Varsity Season Record Opp. Alumni 39 Adel phi 29 New ork University 50 Newark College of Engineering 35 Louisiana State University 62 Brooklyn Polytechnic 53 West Virginia University 72 Queens College 33 Loyola (Baltimore) 51 Newark College of Engineering 39 Iona College 41 Fordham University 55 Manhattan College 52 Siena College 46 Hofstra College 54 Brooklyn College 40 Hofstra College 36 Siena College 39 Adelphi 39 La Salle College 53 Wagner College 56 St. John’s University 71 1046 1234 Overtime. 114 Standing —Campbell, Agoglia, Grady, Gallagher, Lakanowski, Dolan, Gumbrecht, McNilT. Seated —Quinn (Mgr.), Morgan, Sabello, Ferraro (Capt.), Mele, Zeitler, Mullholland (Mgr.). Individual Scoring—Varsity M 1 p Em i I ........ Carnes. . 21 F.Gs. 100 Fouls. 43 Total. 243 P.Fs. 49 1 1 1 1 iisrnh . . 21 55 28 138 60 j ' ' t tj . . . 20 51 30 132 41 . 21 57 13 127 52 I irulpMuimi ( . 17 36 42 114 21 1 11 Un 11 cl 1111• ( ' ll I ' K luM ' 1 |()||i;|s . 21 40 25 105 37 J UUIlia? . . 17 36 21 93 48 . 19 31 8 70 20 ii wBiwi iu ? n11i1■ ■ j .. MdtlllPW . 14 9 12 30 12 klul riliii, ifiuiiin � v . f ' iLill hU ' Jv 1 1 ) :i II 1 19 7 13 27 17 IjdUalM W i i« i ci ii i . 16 8 9 25 4 . 11 7 1 15 17 l UIIIUI M Ili ? ji iiii McNilT ( . 16 6 4 16 9 1VI ( lllll, . 1 «■ 1111111 i 11 In . 12 4 1 9 11 . 9 3 1 7 0 l ainificycr 9 . Cassidy, Francis . . 4 2 0 4 0 21 452 251 1155 398 115 116 Jayvee Has Successful Season A review of the past basketball season would not be complete without men¬ tioning the exploits of the fighting Junior Varsity squad. The “Little Ter¬ riers” set a precedent that will be hard to beat in the years to come. They wound up their season quite successfully, win¬ ning 16 while losing only 4, for an aver¬ age of .800. For a team’s first attempt at J. V. ball, it shows the true Terrier spirit of scrappiness and courage. The team’s record of ’46-’47 is a decided pat on the back for Bucky Williams. A winning streak of 12 straight is another blue ribbon for the club. A rib¬ bon for the 12 straight but a blue one for knocking off such clubs as St. John’s, Manhattan, Fordham, Hofstra, and New¬ ark College. Some were close, but the grand total, St. Francis 994, Opponents 809, shows that the Terrier held the up¬ per hand throughout the majority of the games. The 63-36 defeat handed to lort Jay was the most one-sided game of the season. Captain A1 Henrich led the team both figuratively and literally, racking up 80 field goals and 68 foul points for a total of 228 points. A1 is one of the highest scoring jayvees in the metropolitan area. Temmate O’Connor, with 226 points, also holds a place of honor. The J. V. has a wealth of talent to offer the Varsity next year, and the 1947-48 Basketball Season should be the best in the history of the college. 117 Henrick Individual Scoring—Junior Varsity F.Gs. . 80 Fouls. 68 Total. 228 O’Connor . . 91 44 226 Flynn 24 124 Paterno . . 44 25 113 Baugh . 34 34 102 Louisi . . 31 14 76 Webb . 28 10 66 Healy . . 4 11 19 Ba.-ilc . . 6 6 18 Wall . 3 3 9 Fitzgerald . 1 4 6 King . 3 o 6 Latino . . 1 1 3 Massimo . . o 2 2 Louglilin . o o q Reardon . o o o Totals . 376 242 994 1 If! The Disappearance of Chief Blackjack Madison Square Garden, Ned Irish s basketball Mecca of the East, was the scene of an amazing crime on the after¬ noon of March 7, 1947. Shortly after noon, three sharp characters pulled up in front of the vast arena and entered. Posing as St. John’s University students, they gained entrance under the pretext of taking pictures of Chief Blackjack, beloved leader of the Redmen tribe, who was temporarily pitching his tepee in the spacious Garden. Asking for and receiving permission to take the pictures outside because of better light, the arch¬ criminals graciously escorted the Chief to the 50th Street entrance. Once out¬ side, however, the culprits unceremoni¬ ously dumped the exalted Chief into a powerful sedan which had arrived on the spot with perfect timing. In a twink- ling, the crime car had been swallowed up in midtown traffic. The deed had been done. Eye-witnesses differed (as eye-wit¬ nesses will) as to the descriptions of the kidnappers and their get-away vehicle. Investigators were nonplussed as every trail they followed became a dead-end. The Chief’s loyal subjects were indig¬ nant. The follow-up was not long in coming. A ransom note arrived at St. John’s early the next morning threatening that the Chief would be chewed into splinters unless three Redmen made their appear¬ ance at a Terrier Rally some hours be¬ fore game-time on March 11th. The note was signed by “Dangerous Dan,” the St. Francis Terrier. The Redman reply was in kind—Hal Grady, red-headed Terrier star forward, was threatened with the same treatment that Chief Blackjack had received. Fearing a “commando raid,” the organizers ordered a protec¬ tion squad to keep their eyes on “ob¬ jective Grady.” Subsequent events, or 119 lack of them, proved that both groups, Terriers as well as Redmen, were “talk¬ ing through their hats.” Grady never went anywhere except to lunch and “Danger¬ ous Dan” decided that Ken-L-Ration was more digestible than Chief Blackjack, who was returned to the Garden before Big Harry Boykoff went on his one-man scalping party against the Terriers. Once previous, a St. Francis “snatch party” made off with the Chief. That was in 1941, immediately after the Terriers had taken the measure of the Indians. On that occasion, however, the Redmen made good their threats and they snatched Tony Braginetz, holding him incommunicado for a couple of days. Everything turned out all right when the Indian basketball captain came down to Butler Street to claim the Chief and Braginetz received his freedom. Times certainly have changed since 1941. 120 TRACK Track, too, is having an anniversary this year—1947 marks the tenth year of Terrier participation on the hoards and cinders. Not yet able to challenge its forty year older brother. Basketball, as number one athletic activity. Track has great possibilities for the future. Never in its ten year life span has the Terrier track squad had greater prospects. Coach Bill McGuire, having succeeded Bill Miles at the helm, has a group that is young, ambitious and promising. Starting from scratch, Coach McGuire, with the able assistance of Senior Manager Vin Zebrowski, built up a squad that shows every indication of putting St. Francis back on the Track map—back where we were in 1941 when the Coach himself, Jack Troy, Joe Brachocki, Tommy Downs and George Mack were run¬ ning their opponents into the boards. Patiently and wisely, Coach McGuire decided to concentrate on gaining invaluable experience for his young and inexperienced runners. The first step on the program was the Fall Cross-Country competition. I he Hill-and-Dale squad, composed of Captain Jack McGuire, Les Clark, Charlie Kenny, George Covek Tom Heath and Paul Urso, travelled far and wide to get workouts and to compete in dual meets. While not gaining laurels for themselves, the X-Country team worked themselves into shape for the arduous indoor season that was fast approaching them. 121 Score In Cleveland Meet I lie strategy for the Indoor season was to concentrate on the handicap events these handicaps always have large fields and they provide an inexperienced man with all the obstacles that he II have to worry about in his track career. In addition to being a testing-ground, the handicap events usually provide the cash customers with the most thrilling finishes. True to form, it was the 600 yard handicap run in the Grover Cleveland Meet that presented a sensational finish for the fans. Tom Heath, running his first indoor race, took fifth place in a five- man blanket finish. This was the first point garnered by a Terrier runner since before Pearl Harbor. Two weeks later, in the Knights of Columbus Brooklyn Meet, Heath took fourth place (missing third by about 2 inches) in the very creditable time of 1 minute 13 seconds flat after winning bis heat in 1:13.6. While not scoring, the other men were running well in the 1000-yard run and in the relays. The St. Peter’s College Meet, held in the spacious Jersey City Armory, saw the Terrier squad run into some bad breaks. George Covek and Paul Urso both ran third in their heats with only the first two qualifying. Heath, running in a very crowded beat, fell on the first turn, but doggedly got up to finish fifth. On February 8th, making their Garden debut, in the famous Millrose Games, the Frosh Mile Relay team was disqualified for stepping off the track. In the National A. A. U. Championships, the squad turned out en masse to cheer the Coach on to the 1000- yard National crown. A Mile Relay quartet, composed of Pante, Duer, Covek and Urso, took second in the K. C. BOWLING The year 1946 saw Bowling added to the growing list of athletic activities here at St. Francis. Recognizing the phenomenal growth of Bowling all over the country in the past few years, once again, the Franciscan Terriers took the lead in pioneering another activity in the Metropolitan area. With the whole-hearted cooperation of the Athletic Director and the Dean, Bill Fitzgerald, together with Joe Jaccarino, Charlie Silva and George Harper, did all the necessary detail work and this was considerable. Finding students interested wasn’t at all hard—the task was in making final selections for the team. Talent was in abundance—the decision was left in the capable hands of Captain Fitzgerald and the moderators, Brothers Edmund and Xavier. After due deliberation (and many practice sessions) the roster of the team reads as follows: Charlie Silva, Bill Tursellino, Joe Jaccarino, George Harper, Tom Nardo and Bill Fitzgerald. Our representatives on the lanes did themselves proud, all opponents going down to defeat at their hands. St. John’s Redmen were our special target—they were rather easily defeated in all three matches. Other Metropolitan schools to feel the Terrier might were Brooklyn College, Long Island University and Ford ham. 123 Definitely not a spectator sport in the same sense as Basketball, Bowling nevertheless does attract many spectators. Essentially, Bowling is a competitive activity—team bowling calls for highly integrated cooperation and teamwork. If one member of the team is ‘ off” his game it falls upon the other men to take up the slack. The Terrier squad was unparalleled in this regard. Captain Bill Fitzgerald and Bill Tursellino were the steady men; their average scores ranging from 185 to 200. Harper, Jaccarino, Nardo and Silva were less consistent but often more spectacular. Joe Jaccarino throws from the portside while the other five bowlers shoot from the more conventional starboard side. Comes June the team will lose Jaccarino, Harper and Silva. With all the interest shown, it is expected that adequate replacements will be found. Preliminary negotiations have been made to form a Metropolitan Inter¬ collegiate Bowling Conference. An organization of this kind would draw up schedules, clarify rules and generally supervise all local intercollegiate Bowling activity. Bill Fitzgerald, together with representatives from L. I. U., Brooklyn College, St. John’s, Fordham and Manhattan, have made initial plans for this group. The 1947-1948 season should find St. Francis the Metropolitan Inter¬ collegiate Bowling champions. Congratulations to this year’s team—the unofficial champions. 124 SUMMARY The years 1946 and 1947 saw the renaissance of the St. Francis College A. A. During the war years. Basketball was the sole competitive activity sponsored by the 89-year-old Athletic Association. An ambitious program was planned to put the Terriers back on the “sports map.” Bill McGuire, fresh out of the Marines, was engaged as mentor to replace Bill Miles with the Irack Team. 1 he full con¬ fidence of the authorities and a set of new uniforms were about all that the new coach bad to work with—there wasn’t a single letter man available. Coach McGuire began a recruiting campaign—the results of bis efforts are well- known to all. His youthful squad should be an important factor in next season s campaign. Bowling too was added to the program. The Terrier keglers really bowled over their opponents. It is expected that this activity will be greatly expanded in the next year. In February, the big news from the Athletic office was the appointment of Lew Malone, former major leaguer, as Baseball Coach. A modest schedule has been drawn up and the Terriers take to the diamond again after a long layoff. Much credit for the added athletic activity must be given to Brother Richard, Director of Athletics. Brother Richard is now in his 25th year as Athletic Direc¬ tor at St. Francis. A large share of the credit for the fine showings of this year s teams is due to the short, sweatshirt-garbed man who hangs his hat in the Athletic Office. 125 PATRONS Most Reverend Thomas E. Ylolloy, S.T.D. Most Reverend Raymond A. Kearney, S.T.D. Right Reverend Msgr. Francis P. Connelly Right Reverend Thomas U. Reilly, V.G. Yerv Reverend Brother Columba, O.S.F. Yerv Reverend Brother Jerome, O.S.F. jYIrs. Gertrude Campbell Mr. Nicholas A. Fiorenza Rev. John J. Fleming Rev. Francis W. Flynn Mr. and Mrs. George A. Gillespie Rev. James E. Hales ’42 Raymond T. Kraft Rev. John A. Krieg Rev. Thomas J. Manning Rev. Edward A. Moran Leon J. Morgan Rev. Edward Mullaney Thomas E. Rochford, D.D.S. Mr. and Ylrs. Edward J. Fleming Mr. and Ylrs. Francis X. Costello Atty. S. R. Rosato Rev. John F. Ross Ylr. and Ylrs. James P. Speicher Ylr. and Ylrs. James F. Twoliy James J. Wallace, YI.D. Rev. Richard A. Walsh Anonymous Ylr. and Ylrs. Ylatthew A. Shannon 126 127 SUBSCRIBERS Rev. Charles S. Ahearn Col. John J. Bennett Rev. Vincent J. Brady Rev. Pierce V. Brennan Rev. Joseph F. Egan John J. Hauff, M.D. Amelia Horkovich Rev. Daniel U. Hanrahan Miss Emma F. Hosshacher K. Beetar, Inc. Johnny’s Bar and Grill Catherine Kenney Rev. Joseph L. Lennon The Lido Coffee Pot Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Mahoney Rev. James L. McCabe Maple Bar and Grill Rev. Archibald V. McLees Miss Margaret McKeon Rev. Raymond J. Morgan M iss Florence O’Brien Paul V. Prendergast Mrs. Margaret Quinn and Family Rev. Charles J. Reilly Rev. Joseph P. Reilly Mr. and Mrs. Frederick M. Reisert Sam’s Restaurant Rev. Thomas J. Sutherland Sigmund R. Turczany Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Sfaver Mrs. Madeline Metz 128 129 ISO 131 SENIOR DIRECTORY Brother Anthelm, O.S.F.41 Butler Street, Brooklyn Robert E. Betz -62-57 Booth Street, Elmhurst Charles W. Campbell.598 Sixth Street, Brooklyn James 1 ' . Chapin-1826 Cornaga Avenue, Far Rockaway Henry H. Clyne.459 — 51st Street, Brooklyn Francis X. Costello.1149 — 41st Street, Brooklyn Stephen C. Ferraro.84-12 107th Street, Richmond Hill Irancis J. hinnegan...2516 Maclay Avenue, Bronx Edmund J. Fleming.78 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn George E. Gillespie--.....-569 East 34th Street, Brooklyn George R. Harper..69 Violet Avenue, Floral Park Joseph L. Jacearino, Jr-406 Clinton Street, Brooklyn Edward G. Johnson..33-37 166th Street, Flushing Brother Juniper, O.S.F-.41 Butler Street, Brooklyn Leo E. Lloyd...17()l 2 Garfield Place, Brooklyn Raymond Lucia..87-03 Union Turnpike, Glendale Gerard T. Madigan--564 — 55th Street, Brooklyn John T. McCann.23 Belair Road, Staten Island Donald J. Metz.143-04 181st Street, Springfield Gardens William P. Monahan.......1268 East 10th Street, Brooklyn Cornelius A. () Brien.630 Xew ork Avenue, Huntington Thomas C. O’Brien.546 Beach 130th Street, Belle Harbor W illiam J. O Reilly.—.1715 est Second Street, Brooklyn Ambrose 1). Pare..133 Clifton Place, Brooklyn Edmund T. Pfeiffer...914 — 75th Street, Brooklyn Edward F. Quinn. 8912 Colonial Hoad, Brooklyn John J. Quinn.558 — 75th Street, Brooklyn Charles W. Reisert- 113 Jerome Street, Brooklyn Dominic F. Scolamiero.1162 — 78th Street, Brooklyn Joseph F. Scotto.195 Raltic Street, Brooklyn Matthew A. Shannon.88-43 202ml Street, Hollis James P. Speicher...749 Carroll Street. Brooklyn Gerald J. Dowd--29 Florence Street, Floral Park, I,. I. Joseph W. 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Y. 146 sifis? iMHKiwHPi ■hmh 147 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS We, the members of the 1947 FRANCISCAN Staff, wish to express oui sincerest thanks to tlie following for their invaluable assistance in preparing this publication: To BROTHER JEROME: for his invaluable financial aid, without which this yearbook would not have been; To BROTHER LEO: for his willingness to render assistance and timely advice; To MESSRS. WIELET AND MAHONEY: for their untiring effort and willingness to help us as moderators, and also for the many hints and “angles” which they disclosed to us; To MR. OSANN: for his capable supervision of the various phases of compilation and publication of this yearbook; To MR. KNAPP: for the invaluable aid he gave us by procuring for us professional shots of the basketball team in action on the Carden floor; To MR. IELERT, of the Wielert-Valvitis Studio, for the great pains he went to, so patiently, in taking the group pictures and individual shots; To MISS DOROTHY GORMAN: for graciously giving us her time and efforts in typing copy for this publication; To those members of the Faculty and student body who assisted us in any way whatsoever. 148 of you and your classmates upon your school life achieve immortality in a carefully planned and executed yearbook. From the arid desert of Arizona, and the sultry green island of Puerto Rico, to the snow-blanketed slopes of Northern New England, we have traveled, happy and proud to have been an instrument in the translating into print, the humor pathos, excitement, and sentiment found in the campus life of over seventy-five colleges and preparatory schools. As former members of yearbook staffs in our school days, we bring into our professional duties a real understanding O of the many problems confronting each yearbook editor. 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