St Francis College - Franciscan Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1948 volume:

_ The rancisean for 1948 PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS OF ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE BRQOKLYN, N. Y. VV . to the Franciscan Brothers, who have lived. worked, and taught in Brooklyn for ninety years, during which time they have demon¬ strated, by their own lives and actions, the Holy tenets of Christianity and the principles of scholarship to many thousands of St. Francis College students, and to a multitude of others. - t BBBad The Chapel The Grotto faculty Reverend Brother Colijmba, O.S.F. President of the College Reverend Brother Jerome, O.S.F. Dean of the College Reverend Brother Leo, O.S.F. Dean of Studies and Director of Admissions 12 Reverend Brother Pascal, O.S.F. Faculty Chairman, Student Non-Athletic Activities 13 WILLIAM E. APPUHN EE. f M.A. Mathematics REV. OTTO V. BECK, Ph.D. Modern Language, Philosophy WILFRID J. BADGLEY B.S., M.A ., Ph.D. Chemistry PAUL M. BARRANGER B.A.. M.A., Ph.D. Mod ' em Language JOSEPH M. BIANCHINI B.S.. M.A. Social Science 14 RUDOLPH CORVINI Guidance JOHN M. BURKE, BS., MS. Chemistry MRS. LUCILLE C. CAVANAUGH, B.A., B.P. Librarian ERIC R. CARSON, B.A. Mathematics FRANCIS A. DELANEY B.PhM.A. Speech 15 BERNARD J. DkCOURCY B.S., M.Ed. Social Science BROTHER EDMUND O.S.F., B.A., M.A. Classical Language JAMES F. DONNELLY B.A.. M.A., Pb.D. History and Social Science WILLIAM F. DICE, B.A., M.A. Mathematics BROTHER FINBARR O.S.F., B.A., M.A. 16 REV. JOHN J. FLEMING Licentiate in Sacred Theology BROTHER GILES O.S.F., B.S., M.A., B.L.S. English 17 REV. RICHARD H. J. HANLEY Philosophy BROTHER PHILLIP OS.F. CLEMENT S. JEDRZEJEWSKI Law Ph.D. History and Social Science WILLIAM P. HOWLE B.S.. M.A. JAMES Me A. KENNEDY B.S.. ME. Physics 18 JOSEPH A. MAHONEY, B.A. THOMAS E. McGOURY, BS. Chemistry WILLIAM J. McGUIRE, JR. B.A., M.A. Physical Education LAWRENCE J. MANNION B.A., M.A. History 19 JOSEPH J. McNICHOLAS B.S., M.A. Biology HENRY J. O BRIEN, B.A. Philosophy ANTHONY C. MOTTOLA B.A., M.A. French, M.A. Spanish Modern Language OTTO E. PFEIFFENBERGER B.S .. LL.B., LL.D. Modern Language 20 CLAIRE F. ROSATO, B.S. Library WILLIAM E. SCHWENDEMAN B.S., M.A. WALTER L. SMITH, B.A., ALS. PAUL G. RYAN, B.A., M.A. Education REV. ALFRED A. VARRIALE B.A. Religion 21 NORMAN M. WIEDERHORN B.S. Chemistry MRS. NELL M. ROTHSCHILD B.S.L., M.A. Registrar JOSEPH V. WIELERT B.A., M.A. English. Public Relations Officer DON ZINNO, B.A., M.A. Modern Language ALPHONSE J. SLAYER Treasurer 22 MARGARET McKEON Secretary FLORENCE O’BRIEN Secretary PETER A. WALSH RAYMOND H. ABEL, B.A., M.A. Speech JOHN C. BAIARDI, BS., M.A. Biology REV. PIERCE V. BRENNAN B.A. Veterans 9 Advisor JOHN EDWARD BROWN Physical Ed ucatio n EDWIN F. CORLIS B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Biology CAROLYN FRITZ Secretary REV. GEORGE W. FORSYTH B.S., M.A. English DOLORES M. GOODWIN Secretary REV. MAURICE M. HASSETT Religion ANTHONY J. KONDE BS. M.A. Chemistry JACK MERRYMAN, B.A. English DONALD J. METZ, BS. Chemistry MRS. BEATRICE H. SIMMONS B.A., M.A. Councillor L. PROVASOLI Doctorr in Agriculture Ph.D. Zoology Biology BROTHER RICHARD, O.F.S. Physical Education PERRY L. SCHWARTZ, B.M.E. Mathematics PAULINE M. VAILLANCOURT Secretary GEORGE WISEMAN Chemistry JOHN ROONEY Assistant to the Treasurer 23 guidance and placement service Rudolph Corvini Director Beatrice H. Simmons Counselor 24 Where are today’s job opportunities? What oc¬ cupations are open to Social Science majors? (Where can I study podiatry?) What tests can I take to determine my aptitudes, interests, and abili¬ ties? For what occupation am I fitted? (Where can I get a job?) (Do I have what it takes to make good in college?) To help St. Francis students find the answers to these questions, Rudolph Corvini, former Associate Supervisor in the New York State Bureau of Guidance, was appointed in Sep¬ tember, 1947 to organize a Guidance and Place¬ ment Service. Starting from scratch Mr. Corvini interviewed each of the 200 new students during the first month of the Fall term and simultane¬ ously started to collect standardized tests of apti¬ tudes, interests, and abilities as well as every con¬ ceivable type of information on occupational and educational opportunities. A month after the inaugration of the new serv¬ ice the first part-time placements were made fol¬ lowing procedures set up by Mr. Corvini. In November, 1947, the Guidance and Placement Service issued its first publication in the Career Opportunities series designed to point out the oc¬ cupations related to the major departments of study at St. Francis. Gradually as the counseling and testing service was extended to all students, a steady stream of men flowed in and out of the Guidance office. Temporary employment was se¬ cured for hundreds of students in the month of December. In January, when a number of men completed their work for the Bachelors degree a procedure for full-time placement of graduates and alumni was set in motion. By the end of the Fall semester when the de¬ mands for guidance and placement had reached such proportions that they could no longer be handled by a single person, the Dean of St. Fran¬ cis appointed a full-time Counselor to assist the Guidance Officer. Mrs. Beatrice H. Simmons was selected for this position because of her training in Guidance and Personnel Administration and be¬ cause of her experience in the NYU Testing and Advisement Center. With the coming of Mrs. Sim¬ mons, the Guidance and Placement Service as¬ sumed the responsibility for all Freshmen testing. By the time a student attends his first class at St. Francis now, the Guidance and Placement Service has already started a cumulative record for him which includes besides his application for admission, information concerning his occu¬ pational choice secured by means of a question¬ naire, and a profile chart of standardized test re¬ sults showing his strong points and weak points. Today, less than a year from the date of its organization, the St. Francis Guidance and Place¬ ment Service with its two professionally trained guidance specialists and its extensive collection of materials and information, is probably one of the best student personnel services maintained by any liberal arts college of comparable size. 25 seniors senior history The class of 1948 is composed of men gradu¬ ating in February and June, and also those receiv¬ ing their degrees after the coming summer ses¬ sion. Some of the men started college at St. Fran¬ cis back in 1940, and at least one of them started at another school ten years ago. Thus, in point of age and interests, this is as diverse a group as could be found in any one place; yet it is a group, with a great deal in common. This last year, particu¬ larly, the seniors have been a closely knit body. All the manifold activities and details of senior year have served to deepen the bonds of good- fellowship, warm friendship, and cooperation that is so characteristic of St. Francis College. A good percentage of the fellows have worked hard on the various senior committees, or have done their bes ' t to help. And if one looks at the list of activities under each name, it is evident that the activities of the whole class were not confined merely to the senior year. It is agreed by most people that the school years, and especially college, is the most happy, carefree, time of a young man’s life. The war in¬ terrupted this period for a great many of the sen¬ iors, but fortunately, once returned to the familiar atmosphere of one’s family and the St. Francis halls, it was not too difficult to slip back into the normal way of life. At any rate, this is senior year, and the vacation, enjoyable as it has been, will scon be over. We will be going out on our own, to face the responsibilities that fall to us all. How¬ ever, the class that is going forth is a mature one, in that it has seen a great deal of life not ordi¬ narily to be encountered by those of our rather tender years, and has a good idea of the world, what is to be expected from it, and from them. Therein we have an advantage over the seniors of other classes, and from this we may draw some comfort for the years we spent away from home. 28 Included in this class are philosophy majors and chemistry majors, mathematicians, biologists; stu¬ dents of English, History, and Journalism; of Eco¬ nomics and Education, future teachers, doctors, dentists, businessmen, lawyers, artists, musicians, newspapermen, etc., all included in a group of fifty-eight odd. It is a wonderful thing to consider that these men have worked and lived, and been happy, in this college that is more than a college, a place where one absorbs, first and above all, the spiritual considerations that lead men on the road to a good and devout life. This is the secret of St. Francis College—the intimacy and union, in practise and teaching, of the spiritual and material aspects of education. And so, for a number of reasons; for the friends we have made, for the lessons learned, for the good times and the tough times, for all the price¬ less experiences we have had here, we are reluc¬ tant to leave. But we can be proud of the school and of our class, and hope we may be able to re¬ tain the lessons and the friends we have found here, at St. Francis College. 29 senior class officers PRESIDENT Donald McCarty TREASURER Vincent Gormley student council officers PRESIDENT John Labanowski John Iorio DELEGATES Arthur Basso Anthony Cancellara Edward Farrell Philip Krey Harry Rose EDWIN JAMES ADAMS Navy St. Francis Prep., Holy Cross College fay Vee, Varsity Basketball; Le Cercle Francois; C. IV.V. Franciscan Post; Third Order; Sodality; I.R.C.; Deans List . The ' Smiling” Irishman of St. Francis. Ed is a cheery fellow. His Irish wit and native intelligence have always managed to pull his classmates to¬ gether. Ed is never caught short for an answer either in or out of the classroom. Where others delve into Philosophy as a source of solace, a few of Ed’s quips serve the purpose just as adequately. A combination of athletic and intellectual ability, Ed is hard to surpass. 32 JOSEPH A. ALCHERMES Navy St. Francis Prep Mendel Club; Indicator Club; Grand Archon Pi Alpha; Who ' s Who; Senior Activities Committee. That well-dressed, smiling gentleman is none other than Joe. His influence, activities, and man¬ ners extend beyond the limits of the Bio Lab as all who know him can attest. Joe likes to play hockey and football around his Bay Ridge resi¬ dence. A major in Biology. Joe’s desire upon graduation is to enter medical school. His friendli¬ ness will carry him far in his endeavors. We salute Joe, a true Franciscan. PETER WILLIAM BARRECCHIA Newtown High School Pi Alpha Known around St. Francis as Pete”, he hails from the wilds of Corona. His sojourn, at St. Francis had its inception back in 1943. English Major.” However, Pete’s thirst for education prevailed and the year 1946 witnessed the return of this young journalistic aspirant, who wasted no time in sup¬ plementing his journalistic desires with a sound Wherever your travels may take you, Pete, we are certain that whatever flows from your pen will be representative of that pleasing personality which has now concluded one stage of education at our favorite college. 33 ARTHUR JAMES BASSO Army Boys H.S., City College Duns Scot ns; Vice Arch on Pi Alpha; Indicator Club; Student Council Representative; Who ' s Who; Senior Class Dance Committee. Art Basso, one of the most popular of the sen¬ iors, has earned an enviable record in college. After leaving the service Artie became one of the most prominent figures in scholastic standing and extra-curricular activities. Besides his school work Artie gets a thrill playing basketball, football, and baseball. His specialty is the rhumba and samba. After graduation he intends to enter Dental School or continue in the Chemical field—either way he is a sure bet. JOSEPH JOHN BONGIORNI Army Manual Training Duns Scot ns; Pi Alpha; Indicator Club; French Club; Senior Activities Committee. Joe is an oldtimer, for he entered St. Francis in 1941. He left for the Army in 1942, and after a three year hitch, returned to St. Francis. Joe, one of the most popular students, is also one of our better students, as his election to Duns Scotus tes¬ tifies. Joe is a chemistry major, and he hopes to earn bread and butter for his wife and little girl by going into industrial chemistry. 34 JOSEPH NICHOLAS BOTTAMEDI Army St. Francis Prep, Schrivenham American U. Indicator Club; Math Club; Mendel Society; cwv. The Ridgewood Rover” has just had a direct wire installed between the Chem lab and Jamaica. He is a Chem major, but is taking Differential Equations on the side. If we get any more Fresh¬ man in this place we’ll have classes on Sunday,” and C mon let s go I haven’t eaten for an hour” are what we often hear. Joe has tremendous pos¬ sibilities of lifting himself above the other science Barbarians”—reason?—he has discovered an ex¬ pandable gas far superior to that presently em¬ ployed by History majors. Joe is entering indus¬ trial Chemistry upon graduation. CARROLL PHILIP BURKE Army St. Francis Prep; Brooklyn College Mendel Club , Seminar Group; Glee Club, Ger¬ man Club; Indicator Club. You can tell Carroll a mile away by his gray- sprinkled thatch of hair and his quick walk. In spite of his brother’s being a chemistry instructor here, or maybe because of it, he’s a biology major. His very dry sense of humor should stand him in good stead if he teaches biology, as it does in his married life now. A quiet fellow, swimming is his favorite sport. A well-liked, sincere fellow. 35 WILLIAM NICHOLAS BURKE Army St. John’s Prep, Fordham; Catholic Univ.; Boston College Arts Club, Pres.; Arts Letter, Editor Well timed silence hath more eloquence than speech.” — Tupper. And a quotation was never more appropriate, for Bill says so little but has accomplished much. A Major in English, he is a graduate of Fordham’s School of Education. Prob¬ ably the only fellows who remember Bill are the few remaining pre-war students who will graduate with him at formal Graduation in June. To us Bill is easily one of the most popular fellows in the class. Late Flash! Bill’s teaching at St. Francis Prep, now, and will be married soon. AUGUSTUS JOHN CAMMEYER Navy La Salle Academy, Holy Cross, Cornell Midship¬ man School. Duns Scotus; IRC; Varsity Basketball; Sodality; Who ' s Who. To thine ownself be true—”, and as the great bard put it, it followed, for Gus quickly gained the respect, friendship and admiration of the en¬ tire school. Returning to St. Francis with three years of Navy experience, Gus continued as a leader, captaining the newly resurrected baseball team and earning a varsity berth in basketball. His admirable sense of gentlemanly propriety and good taste well becomes this studious leader. Duns Scotus membership attests to Gus’ keen perspi¬ cacity and ability to explain the subtle distinctions of philosophy. 36 ' JAMES A. CAMPBELL St. Simon Stock H. S. Sodality; The Cord; I.R.C.; Varsity Basketball Co- Cap’t, Capt. Gentleman Jim , most aptly tacked to the former basketball Captain, is a near-perfect summation of those qualities that endeared Jim Campbell to the entire student body. Unobtrusive and possessed of a self-effacing modesty, Jim however, did not shield his light under a bushel, but emerged as a steadying influence on the court and in the classroom. Rather reserved, always considerate of other’s feel¬ ings, a good listener and exponent of a high code of honor in athletics and living, a fine history stu¬ dent, Jim has been justifiably dubbed a true Fran¬ ciscan. ANTHONY NICHOLAS CANCELLARA Boys High Third Order; Indicator Club Sec’y; Math Club; Student Council Rep.; Religion Club; Intramurals. Tony, as he is known by all, is a conscientious chap who is liked by all his acquaintances. He started at St. Francis College in 1945 and chose Chemistry as his major, but with time he discov¬ ered that Math held a greater interest for him. His main desire is to enter medical school. Al¬ though small in stature, he makes up for it by his personality and appearance. To a good Joe we wish lots of luck. 37 FREDERICK J. CAVANAGH Navy St. Francis Prep, Holy Cross College Varsity Baseball; Glee Club; Le Cercle Francois; Voice; International Relations Club; Third Order. Fred, ' Lefty” to his many friends, was outstand¬ ing as a hurler with the Holy Cross team and later with our own Terriers. His abilities, however, are not limited to athletic endeavors. A keen mind and a sharp intellect coupled with dry humor and a dash of Irish wit is a combination not often found in one man. In and out of class Fred is one of the boys”, though his scholastic record can attest to his seriousness when he applies him¬ self. EPfODENTT fMILE... J. RUSSELL CLUNE Valley Stream Central High School iMath Club: Pres. Religion Club; Student Council Rep.: Indicator Club: Vice Pres. Senior Class. Light up the White Owl Russell.” God’s gift to St. Francis is noted for his ready smile and wit. He answers to the name ”Pepsodent Kid.” If his wild dreams could only come true. Doc Blanchard has nothing on Russ when it comes to plunging through these crowded hallways. Mr. Mahoney’s classes will miss him because of his frequent quotes from the Catholic Encyclopedia. There never seems to be a dull moment when Russ is about. Aside from setting the world on fire with his looks and personality, he intends to pursue a degree in law. It will be tough sledding without Russ around, wont’ it Russ? 38 MARTIN JOHN COAN Army St. Frances Prep Dims Scoins; French Club Pres.; Third Order Prefect; CWV. Marty needs no introduction. Anyone who doesn’t know him just hasn’t frequented the corridors, student’s room, or social events. Marty is a French major, honor student, and part-time employee. He has always found time to be extremely active in activities any and all student functions. Marty will continue his French at Columbia Graduate School, hoping eventually to become a teacher, and a good one he’ll be. PAUL P. COVIELLO Cathedral High School Philosophy Club; Glee Club; Interclass Basketball; Third Order; Sodality; Vocation Club. A good singing voice and a strong liking for multi-colored bow ties characterizes the Sinatra of St. Francis. Rated a quick witted metaphysician and a sharp dresser, Paul is an excellent handball player and a fine shortstop to boot. His interests include dancing, swimming, chess, detective and philosophical books, and girls, though not neces¬ sarily in that order. Paul is undecided as to his future, but he does have leanings towards a career as a Public Accountant or a Philosophy Prof. 39 JAMES BLARE CUNNINGHAM Navy St. Ann ' s Academy, Esquela de Bella Artes Glee Club; History Club; IRC. Jim entered St. Francis in 1941. After being dis¬ charged from the service he returned to St. Fran¬ cis. He attended an art school in Mexico, during the summer vacation. After graduation he expects to return to Escuela de Bellas Artes. Jim dislikes routine. The boys all wish him good luck in all his endeavors. FRANK J. CURRY Marines St. Simon Stock High School Math Club; Varsity Track; Class Basketball; Re¬ ligion Club; Navigation Club. One of the greatest exponents of establishing a football team at the College. Frank, or Jack Armstrong as the fellows kiddingly call him, eats, thinks, and sleeps football in the off mo¬ ments when he is not cramming for a math test. As happened to many of the Seniors, Frank’s stay at the College was interrupted by a three year hitch in the Corps. Returning to St. Francis, Frank re¬ sumed his courses as a math major and intends to enter into financal research work. 40 JAMES RAYMOND CUSACK, JR. Erasmus Hall High Math Club; German Club; Student Council; Pi Alpha; Mgr. Basketball and Basketball; Sports Editor of Voice; Franciscan. Big Jim, the Marty Glickman of St. Francis, whom we have often heard broadcasting over sta¬ tion TERRIER, is the Quiz Kid of sports. To many he is known as Cue. To Jim we owe our prestige in the sports field, for many times he rep¬ resented our college on sports programs, predict¬ ing many upsets in the field of sports. With all his work Jim was never lacking in humor. Whenever anyone needed Jim they could call him at his office where he would be watching the latest televised sports. Jim is looking forward to a future in sports writing and announcing. St. Francis will miss the services of one of the most unique men in college sports. JOSEPH DOLAN Air Corps St. Dominic ' s H.S., Syracuse C.T.D. Varsity Basketball; History Club; Who ' s Who; Religion Club. Joe is well known for his ' fight’ on the basket¬ ball court. His pet peeve is riding the LIRR. All of Joe’s friend call him Chuck.” Joe likes games away from the home court, and frequently enjoys being a spectator at baseball and other sports. He is a history major, but isn’t quite sure as to what he is going to do upon graduation. Here’s a good luck cheer to a swell ballplayer and a nice fellow. Late Flash! Joe got himself hitched this term. MYLES FRANCIS DRISCOLL Army St. Michaels D. High Duns Scotua; Math Club; Varsity Basketball; Indi¬ cator Club; Franciscan Staff. Myles earned the name of Mighy Mouse’ due to his exploits on the basketball court. He was named to the All-City team after the 1943-44 sea¬ son. Besides being a potential Einstein” in mathe¬ matics he makes a terrific partner in pinocchle. Myles will always be remembered for his keen sense of humor and for his beaming personality. The influence of the married seniors overcame him and he expects to take the trip to the altar soon. Myles has the ability to go far in his field and he has our best wishes for success. Well- I ' ll major in English JOSEPH CHARLES ENDRES Navy Richmond Hill H.S., Penn Military College Arts Letter; IRC; German Club Treas.; Indicator Club; Pi Alpha. One of the most sociable and witty lads around the school, Joe is just the fellow to chase gloom away. Many of us enjoy his school songs and funny antics. Joe enjoys speed-boating and has won prizes in the field of dog breeding. An Eng¬ lish major, Joe is looking forward to a masters in English Literature. Of course, he will accept an executive’s job for a mere $100,000 per year. We know that Joe will succeed and we wish him all the best in his endeavors. 42 EDWARD JOSEPH FARRELL Brooklyn Preparatory, Cathedral Student Council Vice-Pres.; IRC Pres.; Duns Sco¬ ins; Pi Alpha; Who ' s Who; NFCCS Pres.; NS A; Religion, Philo and Debating Clubs; Third Order. Rarely has a student been seen to plunge into scholastic activities with the alacrity that has char¬ acterized Ed’s work at St. Francis. Entering St. Francis in his Sophomore year, Ed became IRC President and represented the school in various parts of the country as delegate and speaker. Un¬ der his leadership the New York-New Jersey Re¬ gion of NFCCS inaugurated a Relief campaign for European students. All in all Ed has a well- rounded college career as his excellent marks and almost unlimited activities will attest. ■■MB PETER WILLIAM FORTE Army Erasmus Hall High School Pres. Indicator Club; Third Order; Pres. Junior Class; Student Council Rep.; Voice. Pete started his college career in 1942. After spending time in the South Pacific, Pete resumed his studies at St. Francis. His pleasing smile has won many friends. His first love is his 1947 Chev¬ rolet, and as we well know he dislikes everyone who flicks ashes over the upholstery. Pete is a Chem. major and intends to continue in that field. He plans to marry in the near future—good luck fellow. Yes, we are sure that Pete will take with him many memories as he leaves St. Francis. It is also our wish that he enjoys success. 43 LOVER Boy RICHARD GERBINO New Utrecht High Philo Club; Third Order; Sodality; Debating Club; Glee Club: To Kalon; Vocation Club; Phi Rho Pi: History Club. Dick, an aspiring pre-sem student majoring in philosophy, joined St. Francis in 1945. He is a jolly and energetic fellow. His greatest weaknesses Tchaikowsky’s fifth symphony, along with scungili and wine at Sam’s. Likes most to follow the bas¬ ketball team, cheering with his cowbell. Just ask Dick how much he likes riding on the Brighton Line getting to his eight o’clock classes. Possessing the characteristics of a true Franciscan, Dick, is sure to succeed in his endeavor. RUDOLPH V. GALLO Army St. Augustine High School. Brooklyn Indicator Club, Intramural Sports, Pi Alpha Fraternity. Rudy is a Chem major and a good student. He is well liked by all of his classmates for his mem¬ bership in the 100-0 Club, and he seems a cinch to be its next president. Rudy expects to go on with his chemistry, or enter medical school. All of his friends wish him luck with his future studies. 44 VINCENT GORMLEY Army Power Memorial; Columbia University Math Club; Senior Class Treasurer Here’s the sort of fellow who blushes and stut¬ ters when giving a speech, but that’s only because he’s in front of a lot of people. There’s no bash¬ fulness in Vinny outside the classroom. He always has a humorous answer in conversation as ' Say Vin, do you do the math?” and Vin answers with a playful know any more jokes?” Truthfully, now, Vin is one of the most honest and sincere students in the college halls. Name a sport or suggest a game and you’ll find Vin interested. He’s developed a deadly left- handed hook shot in our class basketball; plays for the Math Club. Looking ahead, Vin hopes to enter medical school. I — Buono APPATITO- FRANCIS GIORDANO Pres. Philosophy Club; Third Order; Sodality; To Kalon K ' Agathon; History Club. Frank, or Luke” as he is often called, is big, not only in size but, in his devotion and activity for St. Francis College. It was through his efforts that the Philosophy Club became a very active unit, as well as a profitable one. Luke is a pre-sem student and bears the respect of all his friends and professors. It is our sincere hope that he will one day attain the noble goal for which he aspires for he will be a credit to his Church as he is a credit to his school. 45 CONSTANTINE F. GRADILONE 57. Francis Prep, U. S. Maritime Serivce Duns Scot us; History. Club; French Club; Third Order; Arts Club; Franciscan. Another oldtimer returns to St. Francis in the person of Connie. He served as a Marine engi- need. His work in the service imbued him with a desire to continue in the Maritime field. He plans to study naval architecture. A quiet, unassuming fellow, he exhibits the Franciscan spirit in all col¬ lege activities. He is an avid shutterbug”, fre¬ quently seen wielding his trusty camera. Always a willing and able friend, he has found much favor among us, his fellow students. JOSEPH FRANCIS HEALEY Army Cathedral High, St. Francis Prep , Shrivenham U Head Cheerleader; Voice Staff. Joe is the fellow who is literally always out in front of the crowd, as he leads the cheering for our basketball team. Joe gets a little red in the face at these times, but this is no indication of his political views. Joe’s an English major, and will study journalism at Columbia after graduation. After three years in the field artillery, and seeing action in Europe, Joe should certainly fit easily into the field of his choice. He wants to be a foreign correspondent for a newspaper. ALTAR BOY MAKES GOOD — JOHN PATRICK HENRY IRC; Third Order; Sodality; Philo Club; Du us Scot us; Phi Rho Pi; Voice; Vocation Club. Cathedral Prep, Cathedral College You have to have a lot of respect for a fellow like Jack, who accomplishes so much and yet al¬ ways manages to keep his splendid record a secret. He never seems busy or rushed for time, spend¬ ing an hour or two over a cup of coffee at Ebel’s. When it comes to depending on Jack for a favor, he is always there with a helping hand. Besides this characteristic of dependability, he is a top- notch student who keeps plugging at those books until the end of the term has brought its reward in the form of fine marks. With these qualities, Jack will make a fine priest and we, his fellow classmates, wish him the greatest in his vocation. JOHN FREDERICK IORIO S.S. Cosmas and Damion H.S. Pres. Student Council; Sodality; Vocation Club; NFCCS; NS A, Duns Scotus; IRC; Philo Club; De¬ bating Club; Who ' s Who; Third Order; Pi Alpha; Class Sec’y. John s outstanding characteristics are his earnest¬ ness and sincerity. An analysis of John’s activities reveals that he is adept in school polotics, ethical problems and governmental policies. His opinions are usually sound and respected. Added to his in¬ tellectual perspicacity is a jolly good humor and the result is a well-rounded, well informed Fran¬ ciscan gentleman. His major Philosophy. His Aim, Priesthood. FRANCIS EDWARD KELLY Army Lafayette High Voice Artist; Mendel Club; Duns Scot us; Indi¬ cator Club; Sodality; Franciscan Staff; CWV. Frank spent three years in the service as a medic sanitary inspector, and meat and dairy inspector in the Pacific. He hopes to go to Medical school and become a surgeon. He is active in handball and softball. His hobbies are movies and photo¬ graphy. He would read a lot of books if he had the time but he just can’t tear himself from the Phys Chem text book. PHILIP W. KREY Navy St. MichaeVs High School Varsity Basketball; Indicator Club; Student Coun¬ cil Rep.; Pi Alpha; Senior Activities Committee; Religion Club. Intramurals. Possessing a wealth of intelligence and a warm personality, Phil is a popular member of the Senior Class. He is ever ready to add cheer and a dash of humor to those in his presence. During the war Uncle Sam ushered him into the Navy. After graduation he is planning to study for a master’s degree in Chemistry. Good luck Phil, well miss you. Late Flash! Phil has just been ac¬ cepted at Duquesne on a fellowship in chemistry. 48 WILLIAM ANDREW KUMMER Power Memorial Academy Southern Illinois Univ. Pres., I.R.C.; Who ' s Who; Pi Alpha; Philoso¬ phical Society. ' Til be with you in a minute fellows; I just want to explain ideogenesis . A 50,000 word disserta¬ tion ensues. His keen, analytical mind, combined with a very genial nature make him an asset to the college and a Father Confessor to his buddies in distress. Bill has managed to participate in extra-curricular activities in spite of his heavy scholastic load and a limited amount of spare time. He has been a major factor in introducing demo¬ cratic and progressive methods into student gov¬ ernment. It will be hard to think of St. Francis without its Kummer-Labanowski politicking. Bill has just gone into the St. John’s Law School. JOHN JOSEPH LABANOWSKI Navy Bishop Loughlin H.S., Trinity College JV and Varsity Basketball; IRC; French Club; Pi Alpha; Pres. Student Council; Who ' s Who; Glee Club . Oh, my achin’ back —would be lost without his weekly visit to Nat, the chiropractor. John entered St. Francis via a basketball scholarship in 1942. A History major, John has aspirations for an ex¬ ecutive position with an oil company. His physical aptness is combined with intellectual conquest, as exhibited by his nomination to the Dean’s list and Who’s Who. His lively wit and humor dispel gloom and relieve tension among his college bud¬ dies. 49 JOHN FRANCIS McLAUGHLIN, JR. Army St. Frauds Prep German Club; Mendel Club. Mac is an amicable fellow who doesn’t say much but when he does, look out!—It’s common sense. Many people today are lacking that power and it is here that Mac is rich. As for women, using his own words— Veni, vidi, vici” and she must be swell, juding from the type Mac would strive to conquer. Returning from the Army he swung into the held of Biology for his major, and he hopes to prepare for outside biological work. We know he will be successful and happy, especially in mak¬ ing friends. L Yo ur repo rt caRd-Dea Rj - w And now- just a few words.. DONALD FRANCIS McCARTY Marines St. Agnes H. S. Pi Alpha; Indicator Club; President, Senior Class Mac” or Pete” is what he answers to. Forever smiling and talking and rushing to catch that train. We ll never understand how we won the war in the Pacific with Mac fouling things up from Ha¬ waii to Japan. Get him to tell you his unique war stories and you’re in for a treat. 130 lbs. soaking wet, he is a small bundle of ambition, energy and fervor. Loves beer, ham sandwiches, the Giants and Margie. Once a Chem major, he de¬ cided to get acquainted and switched to Philoso¬ phy; something about Phys-Chem. and barbarians. His ambition is to become a Rhumba expert. 50 ? EMIL ALFRED MELE Army William Cullen Bryant H. S., Maryland U. Captain Basketball Team; Math Club; I Vloo ' s Who Emil is well known throughout the college. He is majoring in Mathematics and is not sure of what he intends to do after graduation. Emil had many outside interests but his recent marriage has cut down on his bachelor free time. A member of the varsity for three years, Emil is an outstanding player on the boards. Possessing many capabilities, we are sure that Emil will be a success. JOHN R. MORGAN Navy La Salle Academy Math Club; Varsity Basketball. Jack came to St. Francis to complete his educa¬ tion. He spent the first two years of his college carer in a naval uniform. Jack played with the crack Fleet City five while in the service, and joined the St. Francis five immediately after his return. Jack is. one of those slip-stick” boys— a Math major. I’m going to meet my girl for dinner,” answers Jack when he is asked why he is wearing dressy attire. 51 THOMAS STEPHEN NARDO Navy St. Francis Prep Math Club; Bowling Team; Mendel Club. ' The man who lives on mathematics!” Tom is a prop for the St. Francis basketball team and, lo and behold, anyone who even mentions the oppos¬ ing team meets with his wrath. He is a quiet but likeable chap whose other sports interests are bowling and baseball. Tom’s objective after gradu¬ ation is to enter the Federal Civil Service (they need a good mathematician to figure out the Na¬ tional Debt) and to marry a certain Southern girl named, Ann, from Birmingham. He, we feel, will be successful in his field and what’s more impor¬ tant, a good family man. MARTIN C. MURRAY Army Franklin K. Lane H.S.. Michigan State C. Math Club; Indicator Club; German Club; FI is- tory Club; CWV Franciscan Post. One of these strange people who goes around picking Math as a major is our Marty. Although he has never sought the glory of the spotlight, he has become one of the best known and respected members of the senior class. He has gone about his studies and extra-curricular activities in a quiet and modest way. Never has he been known to be¬ come unduly ruffled or excited. We feel sure that his serious, clean-cut, gentlemanly qualities will bring him to the fore in the field of optometry, and be a credit to St. Francis. o _ wy E ■jrp’f ne x | }+% 3 f FATHEI ’ 52 ANTHONY GEORGE NAWOJCZYK, JR. Bishop Lough I ' m H.S. Varsity Basketball; Philo Club; To Kalon K ' Aga- thon; Debating Club; Third Order; Sodality; IRC; Phi Rho Pi; Vocation Club; Duns Scotus. Tony likes Kielbasa and Kapusta, debates and discussions, politics, and gabbing while dancing, but he hates Greek. He may stump you spelling his name but the profs can’t stump him with any questions. Major: Philosophy, Aim: Law. Mens sana in corpore sano”, suits Tony to a T . His enthusiastic help about his parish will insure him success in his vocation. WILLIAM P. O’KEEFE Navy Brooklyn College; Virginia U; Long Island Col¬ lege of Medicine. Mendel Club; German Club. Bill was born in Brooklyn—educated everywhere, a suave gentleman, he is one of St. Francis’ best dressed men. Bill likes all sports, and excels in dancing. A major in Biology, Bill intends to be¬ come a pharmaceutical biologist and will no doubt be a success. 53 FRANCIS GEORGE PARE Coast Guard Pi Alpha, St. Anne . R. C. Distinguished by a crop of red hair, and an intense but pleasant face, Frank has been a student at St. Francis since his return from service in 1946. With the cool, clear, logical mind that is his, Frank could do naught else but choose a major in History. Those of us who have seen him labor in his chosen field have no doubts as to his final suc¬ cess in attaining his ultimate goal, which is law. However, Frank is not all concentration and seri¬ ousness. Perhaps the one person who can take Pare away from his books for a spell is his wife Joan, whom he married early last winter. HOWARD HARVEY PRUE Army New Utrecht High School, Brooklyn College Duns Scot us; Editor-in-Chief Franciscan; Who ' s Who; Indicator Club; German Club; Voice. Howie has many talents which befit his friendly person. An exceptional ly good scholar, he is gifted with an active mind and a pleasant personality. With such admirable talents, and yet possessing a willingness to go all-out for his fellow students, Howie has a wealth of friends. A rabid pipe smoker, he is never seen without some odd¬ shaped pipe dangling from his mouth. Howie likes just about every sport and can play quite a few musical instruments. At social functions he sits down and makes the piano speak one tune after another as the fellows sing themselves dry. He plans to continue his studies in chemistry. 54 WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER POWDERLY Townsend Harris H.S., Ford ham U Sodality; Third Order; Duns Scotus; Philo Club; Vocation Club; Voice; IRC; Who ' s Who; NFCCS; Bishop ' s War Relief. ' ' Let’s go St. Francis” is the only way we can associate Bill with school activities. That tall red¬ headed gentleman seen posting Sodality notices is none other than Bill. Major: Philosophy, Aim: Priesthood. He likes Philo, basketball, and pino¬ chle. He is gifted with an eloquent speaking abil¬ ity and a broad intellect. He has a vast amount of knowledge in diverse fields; nevertheless he is as humble and charitable as one can hope to be. With his Franciscan character we know he will make a good priest. EUGENE ALPHONSE RICKERT Army St. Augustine ' s D.H.S. Le Cercle Francois; Math Club; Phi Rho Pi; So¬ dality; Third Order; Voice; C.W.V. When Gene completed his Sophomore year he bid St. Francis a fond farewell and took time out to further his education in Europe—at the request of Uncle Sam. Upon his return he decided upon and did very well in the choice of his major field —math. Gene is one of the boys who lives around the corner and still has to drive to school. He is forever telling us of his brother, an alumnus of S;. Francis Prep, and now a Maryknoll missionary in South America. Who of us shall forget the day he showed up at lectures in bathrobe, derby, cane, and stogie. At first we gazed in amazement, shook our heads and thought, Too much Integral.” Only when he explained that he was being ini¬ tiated into Phi Rho Pi were we able to compose ourselves. 55 EDWARD J. RITTER Navy Regis H.S., Holy Cross, St. Lawrence U Math Club. Ed endeavors to have a well-rounded education by attending various colleges. He is also a slipstick boy and intends to be a mathematician of some sort upon obtaining the sheepskin. Being very quiet and reserved, one would never suspect him of being the rabid football Dodgers fan that he is, but every Sunday finds him braving the cold to watch Hoernschmeyer and Co. play at Ebbets Field. With his quick wit and pleasing personality Ed will go far in the world beyond college days. LEONARD HENRY ROSE Franklin K. Lane H.S.. Brooklyn College Math Club; Indicator Club; Glee Club; Third Or¬ der; Bowling Team. Here’s the boy who at this instant could easily steal all the bobby soxers” from Frankie, if only he discontinued his incognito life. Yes, Lenny has a fine voice which is guaranteed to keep his den¬ tal patients happily entertained while he in his future capacity busily drills and fills his fellow students teeth. Since Lenny is a mathematician he should be able to figure all the angles peculiar to dentistry. He should go sliding past life’s bases with ease since he is an old hand at his favorite sport, baseball. 56 RAYMOND CURT RUDDEN Marines Erasmus Hall High School Varsity Basketball; French Club; Pi Alpha; Math Club. Ray began his college career way back in 1939 but four years in the marines slowed him down somewhat. A philosophy major by necessity rather than choice he spends his time between Aristotle and the Flatbush Boys Club where he is an assist¬ ant athletic director. He likes all sports and does pretty well on the dance floor. His wit, personality, and self-confidence surely point towards a success as a Sales Engineer. 4ft ip™ HARRY JOSEPH ROSE, JR. Navy Franklin K. Lane H.S., Fordham University Student Council, Vice-President Indicator Club, Art Editor Franciscan, Pi Alpha, Intra-Mural Basketball. To Harry, we tip our hats as one of the most versatile and hard-working men in the school. He did all the fine illustrations for this yearbook, is a good student, mechanic, an outstanding third- baseman, plays football during the season, enjoys handball, basketball and most other sports. Inci¬ dentally, he can cook up a pan of Lazagne and other dishes to satisfy the palate even of a St. Francis man. Harry is a cheerful guy, well-liked by his classmates, and thinks the world is a pretty good place to live in, except when he’s looking for one card to fill in a hundred aces. He will continue studies at U. of Maryland. 57 DONALD T. RYAN Cathedral Prep Sodality; Third Order; Vocation and Philo Clubs. Don is an old friend at the college. He left in ’45 for further study for the Holy Priesthood but has returned now after two and a half years of study at Huntington. You can readily recognize Don by his tall stature and his hearty laugh. He is a harmonica virtuoso, playing classical music as well as swing and jazz. Don likes basketball, baseball, handball and tennis. His good spirit and wonderful character have won the admiration of all. Best of luck to you Don. Solid jack— JOHN JOSEPH RYAN Navy St. Francis Prep Varsity Basketball; Arts Club; French and German Clubs; Arts Letter; Student Council; Senior Dance Comm.; Guidance Officer Assistance. Jack has a radiant personality, as seen by his choice of clothes and grand sense of humor. He is a likeable fellow and an impromptu speaker par excellence. He has earned quite a reputation as the college’s best dancer. He possesses plenty of ability on the basketball court as well as in the classroom. Jack’s magnetic personality and his ca¬ pacity to do things will carry him to the top of the mythical ladder of success. He intends to go into the teaching profession. 58 MATTHEW SABELLO Holy Name High School Varsity Basketball; Religion Club; Indicator Club. Matty is one of those fellows that needs a pass¬ port to come to school every day—he lives in Jer¬ sey. Matty is the proud owner of that famous green Ford which taxied practically the entire bas¬ ketball squad to and from ball games. Matty entered St. Francis in 1944 and decided that Chemistry would be his major field. We feel sure in saying that Matty will be successful. He will always be remembered for his willing smile and happy-go-lucky attitude. ANTHONY DOMINIC SCOTTO Navy St. Francis Prep IRC; French Club; Third Order; Intermurals. Tony, the idealist and man of business, is often seen in big deal huddles in the corridor trans¬ acting millions of dollars of business. Well known for his lengthy arguments in the History classes, the haircut carries through all his activities with a great deal of enthusiasm. He is always griping about the numerous dates in history he has to memorize. Tony intends to enter business after graduation. After all if Vanderbilt and Rockefel¬ ler can do it why can’t I. We are sure that his ability will put him at the top of any field he enters. 59 CHARLES RAYMOND SILVA • Navy St. Frauds Prep. Duns Scotus; Who ' s Who; French and Philo Club; Phi Rho Pi; Sodality; Franciscan; Editor Voice; Baseball Varsity; Bowling Team; Track Team. The soiree is at Charlie ' s house,” that was the familiar saying heard at French Club meetings. Charlie returned from the war to become one of the most active students in the college. As editor of the Voice, Charlie had a tiring and thankless job. Charlie is going steady, and can be seen with his girl at all social functions. Being a scholar himself, Charlie wishes to be¬ come a teacher in the Essence and Existence field. He is pointing towards a master s degree at Ford- ham University. I LOVE My JOB-... VINCENT JULIAN ZEBROWSKI Navy Bishop Long hi in H.S. Glee Club; Art Editor Voice; Track Team; Math Club; A.A. Office. Shutter-bug Zebrowski is one of the stalwarts in the A.A. Office hustling about to keep the team in shape and making sure all have ducats to the games. Always interested in all types of sports, Vin appreciates the finer things in life too; wine, women, and song. Never gets over his eight o’clock class until about three P. M. and a two hour snooze. War stories, Saturday classes and red tape just don’t agree with him. Vin’s a math ma¬ jor, and wants to work in the field in some capacity. 60 JOHN JOSEPH MALONEY Navy St. Francis Prep. Indicator Club, Vice President; Basketball; Math Club. Big Jawn”, an ardent devotee of Morpheus, has his own special spot in the students room. Pinocchle and women are his favorite extra-cur¬ ricular activities. Bought a big car just so that he wouldn’t have to tote heavy textbooks to and from home. Always ready for an occasional beer or a differential problem. I just won’t under¬ stand one thing in this problem.” Wants to be a mathematician. BROTHER CLARENCE, C.F.P. St. Joseph Juniorate, Cincinnati, Ohio; Athanaeum of Ohio; Diocesan Teachers 9 College It’s difficult to determine Brother’s predominant quality. In little more than a year at St. Francis Bro. Clarence has won many admiring friends through his warm Franciscan charity and high academic standing. Although majoring in Eng¬ lish, Brother also excells as a Latin and Biology student. Both his Order and his home state, Ohio, may be justly proud of his record. Our fondest wishes are extended to this true son of St. Fra ncis. May his future be as successful as his sojourn at our beloved Alma Mater has been. 61 senior directory Edwin James Ryan. . .618 68th Street, Brooklyn 16, New York Joseph Aloysius Alchermes..7404 7th Avenue, Brooklyn 9, New York Peter William Barrecchia...40-40 National Avenue, Corona, L. I., New York Arthur James Basso . . 840 Monroe Street, Brooklyn 21, New York Joseph John Bongiorni. .346 Senator Street, Brooklyn 20, New York Joseph Nicholas Bottamedi. .215 Suydam Street, Brooklyn 21, New York Carroll Phillip Burke . 2164 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn 10, New York William Nicholas Burke __114 St. Marks Avenue, Brooklyn 17, New York Augustus John Cammeyer 192-11 Williamson Avenue, Springfield Gardens, L. I., New York James Aloysius Campbell, Jr. .530 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, New York Anthony Nicholas Cancellara. 15 Raddle Place, Brooklyn 33, New York Frederick Joseph Cavanaugh . .1014 Avenue O, Brooklyn, New York John J. Russell Clune.25 Woodlawn Avenue, Valley Stream, L. I., New York Martin John Coan .1 Fairview Place, Brooklyn, New York Paul Phillip Coviello. . .2319 East 38th Street, Brooklyn 10, New York James B. Cunningham . .171 East 81st Street, New York, New York krank J. Curry .969 East 169th Street, Bronx 59, New York James Raymond Cusack .5 5 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn 2, New York Joseph Charles Dolan Kissam Lane, Glenwood Landing, L. I., New York Myles Francis Driscoll ..1760 West 9th Street, Brooklyn 23, New York Joseph Endres. .143-43 97th Avenue, Jamaica, New York Edward Joseph Farrell.46 Hubbard Place, Brooklyn 10, New York Peter William Forte. .2058 East 27th Street, Brooklyn 29, New York Rudolph Vincent Gallo.1721 65th Street, Brooklyn 24, New York Richard Gerbino.2562 East 28th Street, Brooklyn, New York Francis Charles Giordano . 51 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, New York 62 Vincent Peter Gormley. Constantine Frank Gradilone. Joseph Francis Healey. John Patric Henry. . John Frederick Iorio. Francis Edward Kelly.. Philip William Krey. William Andrew Kummer. John Joseph Labanowski. John Joseph Maloney. Donald Francis McCarty. John F. McLaughlin. Emil Francis Mele. John Robert Morgan . Martin Charles Murray.. Thomas Stephen Nardo... Anthony George Nawajczyk, Jr. William Paul O’Keefe. Francis George Pare. . William Christopher Powderly. Howard Harvey Prue.. Eugene Alphonse Rickert. . Edward John Ritter. Leonard Henry Rose. Harry Joseph Rose, Jr. . Raymond Curt Rudden Donald T. Ryan. John Joseph Ryan. Matthew Vincent Sabello. Anthony Dominic Scotto. Charles Raymond Silva. J. Vincent Zebrowski. .559 West 156th Street, New York 32, New York . .60-68 71st Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey .7 Sherman Street, Brooklyn 15, New York .3423 97th Street, Corona, L. L, New York .52 Kermit Place, Brooklyn 18, New York .266 93rd Street, Brooklyn 7, New York .455 95th Street, Brooklyn 9, New York .503 West 57th Street, New York 19, New York 149 Engert Avenue, Brooklyn 22, New York . 113 92nd Street, Brooklyn 9, New York .20 Grant Avenue, East Rockaway, L. I., New York .2335 29th Avenue, Astoria, L. I., New York . .4109 23rd Avenue, Long Island City 5, New York 243-25 Newhall Avenue, Rosedale 10, L. I., New York .229 Nichols Avenue, Brooklyn 8, New York .421 Prospect Place, Brooklyn 16, New York .337 Bedford Street, Brooklyn, New York .538 8th Street, Brooklyn, New York ...133 Clifton Place, Brooklyn, New York . .340 74th Street, Brooklyn 9, New York . 1820 67th Street, Brooklyn, New York .341 President Street, Brooklyn 31, New York ..1860 Cornelia Street, Brooklyn 27, New York . .18 Roosevelt Place, Brooklyn 33, New York . .18 Roosevelt Place, Brooklyn 33, New York .2245 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York .507 2nd Street, Brooklyn, New York .229-B 118th Street, Rockaway Park, New York .80 70th Street, Guttenberg, New Jersey .195 Baltic Street, Brooklyn 2, New York .427 Forbell Avenue, Brooklyn, New York .136-51 71st Road, Flushing, L. I., New York 63 classes ) junior class 66 sophomore class 67 ) freshman class (8 S ' JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President . Vice-President . Treasurer . Student Council Delegates. .Anthony Agoglia .A. Payne .E. Whalen Agoglia, Parry, Lynch, McCabe, Payne SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President . Vice-President Treasurer . Secretary . John McLoughlin Roy Bonner .Kenneth Burke R. Belden .John Duffy H. Ziegler .William Fitzpatrick J. Hughes Student Council Delegates Kenny, Brennan, Maher, McWilliams, Petito, DeVivo, McAuliffe, O ' Brien, Sullivan FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS President .-. J ames Kell y Vice-President .T. Crome Treasurer . Ro S er Dal ' Secretary . J ose P h Perchiano Student Council Delegates .Cudahy, Gramberg 69 70 71 72 75 74 activities ) the third order The Third Order Secular of St. Francis is one of the outstanding extra-curricular organizations of St. Francis College. Membership entails the main¬ tenance of a simple daily rule; by this Christ-like rule the college man strives to bring himself closer to God in his daily life. Meeting on the second Thursday of each month, the members gather in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Angels to receive instructions from Rev. Father Marcellus Manzo, O.F.M., Cap., the di¬ rector. The third Order holds the Ceremony of Reception and the Ceremony of Profession, each twice a year. St. Francis of Assisi originally established the Third Order Secular so that the lay person might participate in the religious life without leaving the laity. Many of the Popes have been Tertiaries. The present Pontiff, Pius XII, is a member of the Third Order. The Moderator of the fraternity in St. Francis College is Rev. Brother Simeon, O.S.F. The officers for this year are Martin Coan, Prefect; Raymand Craft, Vice-Prefect; William Powderly, Novice- Master; Francis Giordano, Secretary; and William Lanahan, Treasurer. Every student in the college is always welcome to join the Third Order, to join in our prayers and work. 76 catholic war veterans The Franciscan Post No. 691, of the Catholic War Veterans, was organized in April of 1946 by a group of alumni together with a group from the undergraduate ranks of the College. It was the first such post activated in a metropolitan college, and second in the nation. These men, realizing the great potentiality of the returning veterans, and anxious to add to the opportunities of college life contacted Kings County Headquarters of the C.W.V. They re¬ ceived recognition i n June of that year. It has become a tradition for the Franciscan Post to present two awards at the graduation exer¬ cises of St. Francis Prep, one to the outstanding students in Religion and the other to the outstand¬ ing student in History. These awards are in the form of medals bearing the C.W.V. insignia and are engraved with the details of the award. Also in the realm of tradition is the Annual Armistice Day Eve Dance held by the Post. Another high light of the Post activity was the Forum on Christian Marriage a series of three lectures held a week apart. Father Raymond Neu- feld and Dr. Leslie H. Tisdall, M.D., F.A.C.S. were the speakers. The Forum was very well re¬ ceived, and the Post has been urged to include such a series in its yearly program. Membership in the post is not restricted to col¬ lege men alone. Anyone who meets the require¬ ments of the National Headquarters is welcome to apply to the Secretary of the Post. $ ggtg : £ fm W m Villi W fvu 6H0. m vA Wj f ) duns scotus society Realizing the aim of Duns Scotus, and the re¬ sponsibility in a society under his protection, we will forever 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 way of life namely; clar¬ ity of vision, innocence of mind, strictness of re¬ sponsibility, and service to God”. The foregoing is the Pledge of the Duns Scotus Honor Society, membership in which is the high¬ est honor St. Francis can bestow on its students. The Society, after several meetings, has decided to alter its manner of admitting applicants. To apply, a person must be at least a junior with two years residence at college, with a quality point index of two or over, and be outstanding in extracurricu¬ lar activities. The application is then passed on to the members of the Society, and after it is passed by them unanimously, it is handed to a committee, composed of faculty and student officers, where again it must be passed unanimously. In this man¬ ner, it is hoped that only those worthy of this honor will receive it. For it is the aim of the society, to have as members only those who have the furtherment and best interests of the college at heart. the sodality The Sodality of Our Lady is a religious body which aims at fostering, in its members, an ardent devotion, reverence and filial love toward the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through this devotion it seeks to make the faithful, gathered together in her name, good Catholics. It instills, also, a desire to save and sanctify their neighbors, and to defend the Church against all attacks. In short, the So¬ dality tries to make clear to its members a way of salvation that is perfectly expressed in its motto, Ad Jesum per Mariam”— To Jesus through Mary.” The organization, under the guidance of Rev. Father John Fleming, the head of the Department of Religion, elected William C. Powderly, Prefect; A1 Mackewicz, Vice-Prefect; John Henry, Secre¬ tary, and Eugene Rickert, Treasurer. The Sodality is known for its work in giving us the Holy Hour on First Fridays, and October and May devo¬ tions. On March 12 Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C., the noted organizer of the Family Theater, was guest speaker at a special assembly, at the invita¬ tion of the Sodality. He spoke on the subject, The Family Rosary,” and all present took his message to heart. At all the meetings of the So¬ dality there were guest speakers, whose talks tried to instill a greater love for Mary. These meetings were followed by coffee and cake as refreshment. The group attendance at the Black Friars’ pro¬ duction, Our Lady of Fatima,” was enjoyed by all the members of the Sodality. The Sodality is, also, well represented in the Inter-Club Basket¬ ball Tourney. Thus, for those whose wish is the greater love of Mary; who want to help their fellowmen to salvation; and who wish to enjoy themselves in an intelligent manner, the Sodality stand waiting to receive them as members. 79 student council Never before in the history of St. Francis Col¬ lege has the Student Council made such outstand¬ ing progress as it has in the past year. Under the capable leadership of the President, John Laba- nowski, a new system of parliamentary procedure was instituted, which brought increased order and efficiency to the Council. The next term, John Iorio was elected to fill the vacancy that resulted when Labanowski graduated, and continued in the able footsteps of the former president. Many progressive and important actions were realized this past year, with the best interests of the students at heart, though the Council re¬ mained within the authority granted by the Student Council Constitution. A new system for the cen¬ tralization of funds was instituted by the College Administration, and the keeping of the books and the making of reports kept our Treasurer ex¬ tremely busy. The Secretary inaugurated a definite system for the preservation of the minutes, and the keeping of important records. A bus trip to Albany to see the Siena game was initiated by the Council and was a huge success. This year a number of awards will be presented to students, who in the opinion of the Student Activities Award Committee merit this form of recognition. The Council originated this so that true Franciscan spirit demonstrated by various hard-working students could be officially recog¬ nized and rewarded. The awards will be presented at the last assembly of the year. Great difficulty was encountered in the holding of meetings, due to the fact that they had to be scheduled in the evening. This placed an added burden on the shoulders of the delegates. How¬ ever, the meetings were well attended, and much business transacted. Progress, through hard work and perseverance, has been the keynote of the Student Council dur¬ ing the past year. The various delegates, true to their campaign speeches and the spirit of the col¬ lege, represented their respective classes ably. Many delegates, though busy with school work and other interests, worked diligently and expertly on the various committees. the troupers The Troupers, the local dramatic organization here at St. Francis, added to their name and reputation with an excellent selection of plays this season. In all, three productions were pre¬ sented during the school year. Highlight of their efforts was the Troupers’ presentation of the well-known play, Shadow and Substance, by Paul Vincent Carroll, a Broadway success of a few years ago. Under the capable direction of Father Gerard M. Murray, a play¬ wright of merit in his own right, the Troupers came up with an interpretation which was well received and acclaimed in all quarters. The play was staged at the playhouse in the Barbizon Plaza. 81 the Spanish club To instill a deeper understanding of the Spanish language and literature, and to study the many valuable contributions made by the Spanish people, the Spanish Club of St. Francis was organized this February as an important addition to the mod¬ ern language field at the College. With Mr. An¬ thony Mattola as Moderator, the new organization quickly embarked on a most active program. On April 10, the Club was represented in the Pan American Day Celebration at St. John’s University. At this fiesta the Club presented an exhibit on the many cultural aspects of Mexico and also staged a lively interpretation of the famous Mexican Hat Dance. The organization continued its pro¬ gram of varied activities by participating in the colorful Fiesta de la Lengua Espanola, an annual celebration held every April 23, for the purpose of stimulating a more complete increase in all phases of Spanish culture, through a closer unifi¬ cation of the Spanish clubs in America. At the inaugural meeting of the Spanish Club, Frank Palminteri was elected first president. His aims were close co-operation with other Spanish clubs and with Spanish societies in the United States. Other aims include the encouragement of the study of Spanish at St. Francis; the reception and entertainment of distinguished Hispanic vis¬ itors; the establishment of a select library of Span¬ ish and Portuguese volumes; and the inaugura¬ tion of a series of literary and musical Veladas.” The Club is an affiliate of the Casa Hispanica of Columbia University, the official Hispanic Institute in the United States. To stimulate further interest in Spanish on the part of the students, the Club organized a Spanish- English newspaper, El Toro, in which the mem¬ bers contributed articles on Spanish literature, mu¬ sic, and art. Under the editorship of Kevin Mul- lany, the publication enabled students studying Spanish to become more familiar with the wide cultural background of Spanish. 82 international relations club Keeping pace with the increasing registration in the College, the International Relations Club hit an all time peak membership of two hundred this semester. However, numbers alone are not a true indication of the strength or activity of any or¬ ganization; it is only by the interests and programs they have developed that a Club may be judged a failure or success. The I. R. C. opened its seventh year under the extremely competent guidance of Brother Finbarr, O.S.F. Operating on the same basis as in previous semesters, that of active student participation in the discussions and open forums, the Board sought to create interest in current events. This past year the subject of Russia has been the topic of many meetings. Not only the aspects of atheistic Com¬ munism as it exists in the Soviet Union today, but the foreign and economic policies as well were debated. From time to time one or two of the distinguished lecturers from the History Depart¬ ment were asked to speak before the members upon subjects relative to the general one, Russia. At the meeting of the new term, a letter of censure was composed and sent to the Book-of- the-Month Club in protest of their selection of Raintree Country” for January’s novel. Protesting the book as Catholics and historians, the members voiced their opposition in no uncertain terms. The first non-academic endeavor was the Club’s annual social on April 8, under the chairmanship of Jerry Fiorenza. Then on May 6, the first Com¬ munion Breakfast in the Club’s history was held successfully; this affair under Ed Parry’s guidance. As a fitting end to a most ambitious and successful year the Club sponsored a dance, another first, under the leadership of Tom Heath. It was so well attended and enjoyed that the Executive Board has recommended that it be an annual social affair. st. bonaventure philosophical society Established as an aid for the intellectual de¬ velopment of those students who have an interest in Philosophy, the St. Bonaventure Society enjoyed an active and successful year. Encouraged and guided by Brother Pascal, the members met, and by discussion and lecture exchanged information, opinion, and analysis for their mutual benefit. The plan followed was a study of the develop¬ ment of a Catholic Philosophy. Papers were read dealing with the history of the concept and vari¬ ous theories of philosophers. Discussion followed, in which the various aspects of each problem were studied and criticized. The Moderators, Mr. Ma¬ honey and Mr. O’Brien, supplied any needed in¬ formation, and clarified any difficulties. The purpose of the Society is a more complete fulfillment of man’s nature, and a constant moral improvement and spiritual growth. The Society hopes to help give the world the philosophy it so badly lacks, a true Christian Philosophy; and hopes to receive, through the intercession of its patron, St. Bonaventure, these gifts of wisdom and grace, which he had in such abundance. french club During the sixteen years of the French Club’s existence, it has been a medium through which those interested in going a little deeper into the study of French culture could satisfy their desires. In order to give the members a more practical and intimate view of French thought and expression, it has been the policy of ' Le Cercle Francois” to participate in a well-rounded program of social and cultural activities. Each monthly meeting was highlighted by a French moving picture. The films dealt with a diversity of topics. The romantic- spirit of France was depicted by films showing the lives of major French poets, while the prolific- achievements of France’s men and women of sci¬ ence were illustrated in films of a more technical nature. In addition to the movies shown at the college, several current French motion pictures were re¬ viewed by the members, and several highly suc¬ cessful soirees were held at school and at member’s homes. During the past year, with the help and en¬ couragement of its moderator, Mr. Fiorenza, ' Le Cercle Francois” has indeed succeeded in achiev¬ ing its aim by interpreting the true French spirit. 85 debating society This year, largely through the efforts of Mike Petito, and with the encouragement of Mr. De¬ laney, the St. Francis College Debating Society re¬ sumed an active part in the life of the college. A meeting was called and plans were discussed for the resumption of activities of a club which now has a prominent place in the college. Mr. De¬ laney spoke to the members and expressed the be¬ lief that the Debating Society could accomplish to kalon k ' aga + hon This past year has not showed too much activ¬ ity for To Kalon K’Agathon, primarily because of the difficulty in arranging satisfactory meeting times. However, two meetings have been held. In the first, Brother Edmund, our moderator, discussed plans and activities that will take place shortly. He made it clear that the chief aim of our club is to familiarize the students who are so interested with the civilization and culture of the ancient Greeks and Romans. This aim entails the appreciation and diffusion of the arts of these countries. Reports, discussions, and projects on the Greek and Roman culture are to be presented, with a much in the future. The aspiring debaters left that first meeting with high hopes and big plans. Since then they have started on the way to a brilliant future. It is the intention of the Society to make the members polished speakers, able in the art of wielding the weapons of the intellect through the medium of the debate, and superior in technical facility. In practical ways, in college, they shall prepare for the future emulation of the brilliant Chestertown and the ardent Belloc. sincere interest in the classics, the members of t his organization have come to the realization that an education does not consist of mere knowledge of theories; but rather, in the adequate study of other peoples, their ways of life, and ideas in general. These things hold dominance in the growth of civilization and of men. In addition to engaging in discussions and re¬ ports, the members have agreed to frequent trips to art galleries to view ancient and modern works. Such is the organization which strongly believes that much of the basis of our own culture is to be found in the times of the Greeks and the Romans. 86 the arts club The Club is a student activity whose objective it is to appreciate fully, and to induce interest among other students, in the finer points of the culture and arts of the English-speaking peoples. The majority of the members are English majors. Anything that is creative and that expresses the feeling of the creator is art: music, painting, and writing. The Club is clearly liberal in its policies, and any form of art whatsoever, be it simple or elaborate, modern or classical, is appreciated, as long as it meets a certain artistic standard. The Club has adopted a three-fold program: 1. Group tours 2. Forums 3. Publication of the Arts Letter Monthly meetings are held to discuss policies and organization. The tours are planned, and group visits are made to Art Galleries and Mu¬ seums. Theatre parties are a vital part of the Club’s activities, with a ticket for the Metropolitan Opera or a seat at some Broadway stage hit. Many interesting talks are delivered during the course of the term on different phases of literature by the capable members of the faculty. The talks are followed by an open debate and informal chat over coffee and doughnuts. The official Club organ is the Arts Letter, a quarterly publication representative of Franciscan thought, under the direction of the Moderator, Professor Schwendeman. It is not merely a news¬ paper but also a critical journal filled with feature writing and the sum total of the member’s own creative energies. Short stories, poems, essays, and reviews make up a typical issue. the math club After some difficulty getting a new constitution, the Math Club finally began to have its regular meetings. At the first meeting officers were elected, and the results showed Myles Driscoll, President, Martin Murray, Secretary and Emil Mele, Treas¬ urer. At the next meeting, plans were made for forthcoming gatherings which would consist of lectures by Professor William Appuhn, head of the Department, and student discussion. A club basketball team was formed and entered in the Inter-Club Basketball Tourney, with Emil Mele as coach. A Spring social is being planned to be held the week following Easter. The Club’s main function is to foster an interest in Math among the students. Professor Appuhn’s lectures will cover topics not contained in the text¬ books of the students. An added feature of the club will include the tutoring of those among the lower classes who desire it, by members of the Math Club. This method helps not only the tu¬ tored, but also the tutor. The Math Club, after a slow start, looks for¬ ward to having its meetings enjoyable and bene¬ ficial to its members. 88 MM Founded for the purpose of furthering the knowledge of chemistry and its allied sciences, in addition to that gained in the lecture rooms and laboratories, the Indicator Club has sponsored dis¬ cussions and guest speakers to promote this end. Many of the members of the Club are also Stu¬ dent Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. Meetings are held twice a month to plan various activities. Recently, we have had Dr. Undenfriend, of New York University, as a guest speaker of the Club. He delivered a very interesting speech on Radio-activity”. A series of seminars has been planned. It is the purpose of these seminars to serve as a supple¬ ment to the classroom lectures and laboratory work, and it behooves those students interested in sci¬ ence to attend. The first in this series was con- the indicator club ducted by Dr. Badgley on the topic of ' Polymer Chemistry”. The main theme was the effect of molecular structure on the elasticity and rigidity of various polymers, especially rubber, polystyrene, bakelite, and nylon. The second and third semi¬ nars will be conducted by Mr. Wiederhorn and Mr. Burke, who will speak on Paints and Var¬ nishes” and Protein Chemistry”, respectively. Following these meetings, it is the custom to serve refreshments and sandwiches. In addition to these seminars, there will be movies on science and visits to industrial labora¬ tories. The Indicator Club has also organized a basket¬ ball team to compete in the Inter-murals. The team won its first two games, by scores of 49-34 and 33-19. 89 mendel biological society The Mendel Biological Society, the oldest extra¬ curricular organization in St. Francis College, was one of the original five charter members of that national organization. Actively revived in 1946, the group has en¬ thusiastically undertaken to stimulate interest in Biology and its allied fields. The purpose of the Society, as stated in its con¬ stitution, is to secure for the members advantages in the biological field and enable them to pursue scientific knowledge beyond the regular school cur¬ riculum, and to further the Catholic Philosophy in the sciences. In executing this policy the So¬ ciety has divided its activities into four phases: Publications, with Mr. Walter Smith as Moderator; the Seminar Group under Professor Joseph J. Martorano and Mr. Joseph J. McNicholas; Social Activities guided by Professor Edwin F. Corlis and Business Activities moderated by Professor John C. Baiardi. The Publications Division, with the Mendel Notes as the chief medium of expression, serves as the voice of the Society and circulates informa¬ tion about its activities to the student body. The Seminar Group, representing a newly or¬ ganized facet of the Society’s endeavors, offers to the students the opportunity of preparing, pre¬ senting and discussing selected reports on biologi¬ cal research. The Social Group fosters such functions as the Christmas Social, the Basketball Team and the An¬ nual Scholarship Dance. Each Spring the Society sponsors this dance in order to raise money for the Scholarship Fund. The Fund, when found, will enable two worthy Biology majors to represent St. Francis College at the Marine Biological Station, in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, offering these stu¬ dents the opportunity of graduate and research studies. During the course of the year the fourth Group has presented a series of guest speakers as well as selected motion picture films in the fields of Biology and Medicine. As a result of the concerted efforts of these four groups, the Mendel Biological Society looks for¬ ward to the attainment of the true Franciscan Spirit in its future scientists. 90 pi a I pha fraternity In 1906, eight students of St. Francis College, guided by a spirit of common devotion to their Alma Mater and a feeling of good fellowship, conceived a means whereby their staunch loyalty and firm friendship might be combined in the best interests of St. Francis. This was the beginning of Pi Alpha, which has been so active in the school. Pi Alpha has run two dances this year, both of them smashing successes, and many socials and other functions. The student body will long re¬ member the antics of the pledges, the poor dogs”, around school, in their fantastic costumes. Dogging Week is a time of merriment for most, with just a few complaints from the warmed-up” pledges. It is a tradition for the fraternity to hold some affair at the end of the year for the Seniors. This year they are sponsoring a boat ride and baseball game at Bear Mountain during Senior Week. The bonds of loyalty, unity and fraternity which bind the members of Pi Alpha in a lifelong friend¬ ship are apparent at all Pi Alpha affairs. Pi Alpha will continue as it has for the past 42 years, to live up to the traditions established by generations of Butler Street graduates. 91 phi r h o pi ' Tor God, Country, and the Honor of St. Fran¬ cis.” It is more than appropriate that these words, which are contained in the solemn three-fold pledge which every Phi Rho man repeats on the night of initiation, be used to express the purpose of Phi Rho Pi Fraternity. This year Phi Rho joyfully celebrates its twenty- fifth anniversary. A bit of research reveals that the frat was established at the college in 1923. To attempt to give a minute account of the highlights of the quarter century of existence is a practical impossibility. It is a joyful thought that Phi Rho celebrates its twenty-fifth birthday at the time the college celebrates its ninetieth anniversary. The highlight of Phi Rho’s activities of the year was the Spring Hop which had the honor of being one of the most successful and enjoyable informal dances of the year. Phi Rho’s brothers, thirty-two in number, are well known for their activities in various clubs, scholarship, and intercollegiate competition. Among the members are officers of many clubs, and men who are part of the different varsity sports—basketball, track, baseball and bowling. Brother Gerbino, Henry, Nawojczyk, Rickert and Silva will soon join the ranks of the alumni. These men leave with the tradition of a Fraternity noted for its blending of scholarship, sportsmanship and good fellowship behind them. They will not cease to do their utmost for the honor of Phi Rho, no matter what fields of endeavor they might enter after graduation. For once a man is received into the fraternity he retains all the privileges of the group and never forgets his pledge— For God, Country, and the Honor of St. Francis.” 92 the german club b u r s h e n s c h a f t e n edelweiss It is the aim of the German Club to provide the language students of the college with the means of engaging in extra-curricular activities which are closely allied with their major field of study. Dur¬ ing the last semester, the Club’s members deliv¬ ered lectures on the development of German Civil¬ ization. The many phases of cultural development were treated in individual lectures. Architecture, Painting, Literature, Government, Poetry, Drama, Philosophical Thought, Religion, and Music were discussed by the students. At the close of the term the lectures were edited and compiled by the Club President, and a thirty page booklet was made up and distributed among the club’s members. The title of the booklet is ' GERMAN CULTURAL ESSAYS ; a copy of the work is available in the school library. This semester the emphasis has been placed on German Music and its Development in the 19th and 20th Century . The club has scheduled bi¬ monthly lectures; each lecture concerns itself with a different composer. Lectures have already been given on JCagner, Beethoven, Richard Strauss, Mozart and Schumann. Michael Petito, a student and a very gifted pianist, is present at each meet¬ ing and, after the speaker has given the biograph¬ ical information about the composer, he plays se¬ lections from the works of the men. An attempt is made to correlate the factual account of the com¬ poser’s life with an appreciation of the type of music for which he is noted. Last semester the German Club held a Christ¬ mas Party, and the response, by the student body, was very good. This semester another party was held by the club; the occasion was the traditional Osterfest . In Germany the coming of Easter, with its spirit of renewed hope and feeling of joy, is celebrated by numerous fairs and festivals. In Bavaria, especially, the gaily dressed peasant peo¬ ple celebrate in colorful fashion. The club at¬ tempts to duplicate this spirit of celebration, by holding an annual Easter Party,” during which the traditional songs are sung and a play is pre¬ sented which deals with some aspect of the joyful season. This is, in brief, a picture of the Burshenschaf- ten-Edelweiss, a club that attempts to combine wholesome enjoyment of the German customs with a studious interest in German culture. 93 the vocation club Among the many extra-curricular groups foster¬ ing the avocational interests of the students at St. Francis, the Vocation Club holds a special place because its members are those upon whom will fall much of the burden of caring for a society whose moral needs are growing greater rather than less. These men will be among the ranks of the Church’s army of religious and diocesan priests. Because of the serious thought that is needed for taking a step in this direction, and because of the careful nurturing that such a vocation must receive, lest it wither for want of proper care, the Vocation Club’s Director, Father Hassett, found this task a twofold one. First, he gave the mem¬ bers a clear picture of seminary and parochial life and of the manifold duties that they involve. Sec¬ ondly, he arranged a monthly day of recollection, so that the members might interrupt the busy course ot studies and extra-curricular activities and refocus their vision upon spiritual aims. Both of these works, well accomplished by Father Hassett, proved of inestimable value to the forty students of the College who have chosen to offer their liv es to the service of Christ’s Church. 94 the voice With the largest enrollment in the College’s history, classes were officially opened on Septem¬ ber 22, 1947; but even before that date Charlie Silva began work on The Voice,” the student publication. Elected Editor the previous May, he had many ambitious ideas for the College paper, and though aiming high, he intended to fulfill all the promises he had made in his electoral campaign. Working incessantly to improve The Voice” with each succeeding issue, Charlie at¬ tained a standard which will serve as a guide to future editors. Running a college newspaper is not all glory, for being editor presents the usual headaches and worries that confront anyone in a responsible position. Constantly eliminating and changing, intending to give full expression to the voice of the students, Charlie built up a policy presenting all the College and Intercollegiate news possible. With capable assistants, particularly Associate Editor Joe Healey, the editor was aided in en¬ livening the stories and articles, for as was realized it is all too easy to allow the student newspaper to fall into routine, never to progress. The staff increased as more and more young journalists saw The Voice” growing in stature. Conscious of the fact that the newspaper offered not only an opportunity for extracurricular activity, but also a means for developing the art of the pen, new staff members applied regularly. The prolific Bill Fitzgerald gave us his com¬ ments in Diogenes in the Tub. Taking many a ribbing, Bill was nonetheless the sage of The Voice.” Gerry McGrath’s Disa and Data” con¬ tributed humor for the student, and Jimmy Cu¬ sack’s ever interesting Riding the Pines” evoked sporting spirit in College basketball, track, base¬ ball, and bowling. As Sports Editor, Jim was recognized as having one of the best sports sec¬ tions of metropolitan collegiate newspapers. __ one, but nevertheless they attempted this huge task by making the paper as interesting and varied as was possible, so that no student would feel neglected or lost in the increasing number of ac¬ tivities. Rather The Voice wished to make each student a real Franciscan, a true and integral part of the College, and through its staff, has done its best in this direction. In January, Charlie was graduated. With Charlie’s departure, The Voice staff was re¬ vised and the former Editor’s plans materializing, the office was painted and renovated. Room was also made for other organizations, including the C.W.V., N.F.C.C.S. and Student Council. The Student Council, following the Constitu¬ tion, nominated John Lynch as the new Editor. Associate Editors Bob Maher, Bill Fitzgerald, and Rog Egan also aided in formulating the paper’s policy. Bill Burke became News Editor, Gerry McGrath was named Feature Editor, and Jim Brennan remained as Circulation Manager. Jim Balogh assumed the office of Business Manager. Other features were added; reporting club news, Collegiate and Intercollegiate activities, writing feature columns such as the Franciscan of the Week and Speak Up. At all times the editors and staff were mindful of their obligations in serving all the students’ in¬ terests—wide and varied as they are. The editors understood full well they could not please every- 96 The editors and staff of every yearbook printed in these United States have tried to make their book the best one ever. How well they succeed is another story, but the year spent in preparation is always worth the effort. It’s a lot of work, con¬ fusion, cussing, hurrying and some hysterics, but it’s fun and a tremendous amount of satisfaction. You all know the size of the Franciscan office. At one desk sits Don McCarty, pecking away with two fingers at the typewriter. What’s that guy’s address? Maybe he’ll send us ten bucks. Jimmy Cusack writing away at a pad of yellow scrap— Who made that last basket against Copenhagen Poly Snuff?” And Harry Rose— What can I draw about this guy? Who knows anything about that character, characters?” And Howie Prue— Come on you guys, get on the ball. We gotta get this thing out, and I do mean out.” Connie Gradilone walks in; Just took a picture of the - Club. Those crums wouldn’t stand still. Did Char¬ lie Silva send in those negatives yet?” (See—well organized, on the ball.) Prue scratches his head, Hmmm—five bucks apiece—that’s $3,800. Fellas, we gotta ma ke up a $700 deficit. Now let’s hustle up those ads. Twist their arms, cry on their shoulders, kiss their babies (under 16, I mean) but get that cash!” Our first suggestion to next year’s staff is that they get somebody who knows how to type. The two-finger system is an awful pain in the neck. But in spite of sitting up half the night typing, rushing back and forth from school to the pub- 97 in the general scheme, but figuring out a place to spot each picture, what to use and what to reject, editing the copy and making it fit into space limi¬ tations, (with much tearing of hair), was fasci¬ nating, when looked at during a relatively calm moment. You will notice the inclusion of a new section, tentatively titled ' ' Social Slants,” in the back. This is as much material as we could cram in about freshmen, sophomore and junior affairs. We’re afraid that part of this space was stolen from the seniors. There was quite a howl raised when the boys found that there would be two on a page in¬ stead of one, but we needed the extra thirty pages for Social Slants” and sports pictures. Gentlemen, here is the 1948 Franciscan. We did our best. We hope you like the book. So Long! The Editor lishing company, trying to get fellows to get their write-ups in on time, and a host of other details, we met people, had some memorable experiences and enjoyed the life of the college to the utmost. Walking in on strangers and asking them for twenty-five dollars was also a new experience, and the variety of reactions we received, plus the oc¬ casional twenty-five that we did collect, made life more interesting. Organizing the layout of the book was some¬ thing. From year to year, there is little variation fra ncisca n staff Joseph V. Wielert Howard H. Prue. Harry J. Rose, Jr. James R. Cusack. Charles R. Silva Constantine F. Gradilone Myles F. Driscoll. Donald F. McCarty. .A loderator . Editor-in-Chief . Art Editor . Sports Editor Associate Photographic Editors . Activities Editor . Business Manager assistants Paul P. Coviello Joseph A. Alchermes John F. Iorio Eugene A. Rickert Francis E. Kelly 99 athletics baskefbal The team which was to represent St. Francis in the hoop game for the ’47-’48 campaign was a well rounded, experienced squad. Joe Brennan had eight returning lettermen, plus players from the brilliant Jayvee of the previous year as a neucleus of the squad. After much deliberation and end¬ less hours of scrimmages Coach Brennan finally made his selections. Prior to the opening whistle of the season, in a secret meeting, the team unanimously elected Emil Mele as Captain. No one deserved it better than Mele, for during the previous year he had led the Terriers in scoring with 251 points and had received honorable mention on the All-Met¬ ropolitan selections. But before we go on to enu¬ merate the fortunes and misfortunes of the basket¬ ball team it is imperative that we talk, of our new home court.” With the tremendous enlarge¬ ment in the student body, Bill McGuire, Athletic Director, saw the need for a court with a larger seating capacity. His labors bore fruit and the Terriers opened their home campaign on Decem¬ ber 17th against Mount St. Mary’s in the 14th Regiment Armory. Of course the initial expense was terrific, for new glass back-boards had to be bought, electric clock and scoreboard had to be in¬ stalled, and bleachers had to be erected; but Bill McGuire said the response was well worth the trouble and expense. To us in school, the Armory is home but to Brooklyn fans it may well become the Brooklyn Garden” of the future. First game for the Red and Blue saw them downing a strong Alumni team in a traditional contest. The Varsity had to go all out to win 78- 60. Outstanding for the losers was Steve Ferraro, captain of last year’s team. With this one victory under their belts the Franciscans traveled across the river three days later to meet N.Y.U. in the Garden. It was one of the most exciting games the Eighth Avenue arena had witnessed during the past couple of years. Tommy O’Connor tied it up, with a beautiful jump-shot, at 50-50 with 45 sec¬ onds to go. The Violets, led by big Dolph Schayes, finally emerged victorious 54-52, leaving 18,000 spectators in a state of complete exhaustion. Returning to the Garden two weeks after con- 103 quering Adelphi and Mt. St. Mary’s in runaway contests, the Terriers tangled with Toledo Univer¬ sity. Getting off to a very slow start, we trailed at half-time by 18 points, the team suddenly coming alive in the second half but just not able to catch Toledo in the closing minutes. The final score showed another two-point defeat, 53-31. Hal Grady played superb ball that night, dropping in 15 points and setting up all the plays, but he couldn’t match Toledo’s scoring punch—Harmon and Zuber who divided 55 points equally between them. Del Zuber, making the fans think of L.I.U.’s Jackie Goldsmith by virtue of his phenominal long sets, teamed with big Harmon, who was magnifi¬ cent ’’under the boards”; they were a hard duo to cope with. The Terriers liked the Garden, so the following week saw them again at Ned Irish’s Palestra. Their opponent was Arizona University, last year’s Bor¬ der Conference champs and a surprise Invitation Tournament entry. This time the Friars were not to be denied, after losing two heart-breakers. They started out with a terrific scoring spurt and kept it up and for the entire game which saw them victors by a 79-70 count. To add to the excite¬ ment of the game, there was a scoring duel be¬ tween Junior Crum of Arizona and our own Emil Mele, who came out second best. Emil fouled out with 5 minutes left in the game and 24 points to his credit. Crum went on to outscore Mele by 3 points. 104 This night will long be remembered by Emil, for along with scoring the highest total a St. Francis player ever scored in the Garden, he was playing with Dan Cupid sitting on his shoulders. The next morning at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Sunnyside, L. I., Emil took Miss Dorothea Doria as his bride. Starting the new year with a record of 4 wins against 3 losses the Franciscans began to roll, win¬ ning seven out of their next eight games. Dur¬ ing this winning streak the Terriers downed Queens, Adelphi, Siena, Newark, Kings Point, Iona and Brooklyn Poly, and losing only to Ford- ham, who was undefeated at the time. Biggest victory during this winning cycle was the one over Siena. While Emil was away on his honeymoon the Flying Dutchmen of Hofstra upset the Terriers out in Hempstead by the close margin of 53-49, This game is known as the Battle of the Fran¬ ciscans” and had seen the Red and Blue triumph¬ ant in the six previous contests and this game was to be no exception. The boys from up Albany way” came down in force, some 200 strong, with a marching band, and sports announcer Ray Shudt describing the game over station WROW in Albany for those who were unable to make the trip. Coming into this game with a record of nine and one, their only loss to Seton Hall, the Indians felt confident of ending our reign of domination over them. At half-time Tony Agoglia was scoreless, but became hot as a fire-cracker” in the second half, leading the Terriers to a 50-40 victory with his sixteen mighty important points. The largest crowd ever to watch a basketball game in this borough of ours, some 2,500, was on hand the night of January 14th, at the 14th Regiment Armory to see a very important Metro¬ politan contest. In the spotlight were the Rams of Fordham and the Terriers of St. Francis. The Ter¬ riers were off like a shot and built up a lead which they held at 23-16 at half time. In the sec¬ ond half, Johnny Bach, pivot-man for the Rams, began to hit and pushed the Rose Hillers to the front at the 10 minute mark in the second stanza. Hal Grady pulled a muscle in the first half and had to retire; he returned in the second period and led both teams in scoring with 18 points, but couldn’t beat Fordham single-handed. The outstanding features of the game were the de¬ fensive work turned in by Bob Mulvihill, who held Mele to one field and three free throws for a total of five points and in turn, the defensive work of Mele, who held down Fordham’s Smith magnificently. 106 Following the Brooklyn Poly game the Terriers hit-the-road,” and we mean that literally, for, within eleven days they played four games far from home. First on the list of these games was the one in Baltimore against Loyola College. Tommy Gallagher set a St. Francis record on that night by netting 27 points, but it was all in vain as the Red and Blue dropped another one of those close ones, this time by a 62-59 count. Speaking of this game, a word must be said concerning the officiating. It was outrageous, strictly a couple of homers.” After the game Joe Brennan said that it was obvious that the officials had no consciences. Before traveling again, the Terriers played host they encountered the soldiers of Fort Monmouth. This game will long be remembered by the var¬ sity, for along with gaining a victory they had an abundance of good laughs during their stay at the Army Post. The final whistle of the game came with the Red-and-Blue on the long end of a 59- 40 contest. to Manhattan and it was during this game that the St. Francis team displayed their very worst brand of ball. Nothing went right, the passing was sloppy, the board work was lax and the whole game was terrible. Needless to say Manhattan won, handing the Terriers their worst defeat up to that time, the score-board showing the Jaspers a 48-41 victor at the final gun. The one consoling fact of this game was the sixteen points dropped in by Tommy Gallagher. By netting this amount Tommy reached the 200 point mark for the season. Two nights later found the Terriers in the Garden State of America” (New Jersey), where Awaking the next A.M. the Franciscans were taken on a joy-ride” by an army chauffeur driving an army bus, when they were driven from the camp to Philadelphia. The cause of visiting the City of Brotherly Love” was to meet La Salle College in Convention Hall. This game saw the boys outdo themselves, and as a matter of fact outplay and outscore the highly-favored Philadel¬ phians. That is, up to the last few seconds of play when Tommy Gallagher fouled big” Larry Faust in the act of shooting. With but seconds to go Faust put in the tying and winning points. So again the Terriers had lost a heart breaker, this time by one point; 53-52. Captain Emil Mele re¬ gained his scoring punch in this game and led the team by accounting for 18 markers. Returning home Sunday afternoon the team didn’t stay long, for on Tuesday they could be seen boarding the Advance Knickerbocker” for the journey up to Albany. This was to be the sec¬ ond half of the home-and-home series with Siena College. The game was played in the Washington Street Armory in the State Capitol. 108 This game saw the Terriers come up against their strongest opposition of the season. The oppo¬ sition, though, wasn’t Siena’s ball team, it was the officiating and the all around raw deals given the visitors. Within the first five minutes of play four of the five starting Terriers had three or more personal fouls charged against them. Even the score-keeper wanted to get in the act,” when he tried to change the fouls called on Siena’s George Weber, their offensive threat. Following a heated argument between the scorekeepers, the two coaches and the officials, the final ruling was in favor of the Terriers—George Weber had four fouls and that was that. After losing the preceding game by one point it was very heartening to win this one by the same margin. By freezing the ball for the last 35 seconds the Brooklyn team came out on top 43-42. Because of the crowded conditions in Al¬ bany, what with the legislature in session, the Ter¬ riers were forced to take the sleeper home that night. It was a very happy, boisterous group which embarked for home, because they realized they had overcome all odds in gaining that victory. Following the game in Albany, which was played on Tuesday, the Terriers had no game scheduled until Saturday when they played host to the Wildcats of Villanova. Villanova, coming to town with a notorious hot and cold team, had the good fortune of being up for that game and finding their hosts at a low ebb. Everyone of the Terriers was off; no one could hit consist¬ ently. Villanova, paced by Arizin went on to win the contest 52-47. Arizin, not exceptionally tall, (he stood 6 ' 1 ) controlled the boards throughout and except for brief periods when Tommy Galla¬ gher and Tommy O’Connor would drop in a couple of quick baskets, the Wildcats were in no trouble during the entire game. Again we find the Butler Street boys at Madison Square Garden, this being their fourth and final game of the season in the Eighth Avenue Arena. Their opponent was La Salle College, who had gained a one-point victory earlier in the season. This time it wasn’t so close, as La Salle went on to hand the Terriers their worst licking of the en¬ tire season. Although we went down to defeat by the score of 59-50, which some folks will say was a pretty close game, it was the largest margin any team had gained over the ’47-’4S Terrier five. Get¬ ting off to a very poor start, they trailed by 13 points at half-time. The Terriers rallied in the second frame, led by the scoring of Tommy Gal¬ lagher, but could only cut the thirteen points down by four, thus the nine point deficit. Gallagher led the point-getters for both teams by dunking in 16 points for the losing cause. With the final whistle, the Terriers left the Garden with a record of one victory against three losses at Ned Irish s Palestra. At this point the Terriers sported a record of 13 wins out of the 22 games played. From here on in the Terriers went into high gear, winning four straight to end the season in a blaze of glory. First among the quartet of victims at the con¬ clusion of the season were the representatives of Newark College. This was a return game, the Ter¬ riers having defeated Newark earlier, at Newark, 46-34. Again baffled by the zone defense thrown up by the Jerseyites, the Franciscans were held to a 16-15 lead at intermission. Coming back in the second half, the Terriers solved the zone to the tune of 42 points in this stanza. The Friars doubled the Newark total, the final score being 58-29. Next on the list of wins was the one chalked up at the expense of the Mariners of Kings Point. The game was played on the sailor’s court, O’Hara Hall, in Great Neck. Expecting a pushover, the Terriers went into the contest overconfident. The Kings Pointers hustled ail the way, and going into the last three minutes of play, the Terriers trailed by 4. At this point Emil Mele sparked the Ter¬ riers in a last-ditch drive, and the game ended with the Friars having pulled ahead to a 54-47 victory. The consensus of opinion was that improvement was necessary if wins were to be garnered over Brooklyn College and St. John’s. Returning to the 14th Regiment Armory for their last home game of the ’47-’48 campaign, the Terriers played host to the Kingsmen of Brooklyn College. Brooklyn had a decided height advan¬ tage; they averaged three inches per man taller than the Franciscans. This was to be a game in which two entirely different styles of play were to be employed by the two teams. Ill Brooklyn was rated for its high scoring ability, being listed as 10th in the country, offensively, whereas the Terriers were 20th defensively. (The average score of St. Francis opponents, through¬ out the season, was 42 points.) The outcome of this contest semed to prove that a good defense is the best offense, with the Friars triumphing by a score of 65-47. Going into the last few minutes of play the Kingsmen were held to the 42-point de¬ fensive average of the Butler Street boys, but they scored five markers in the closing moments. How- ever, it was to no avail. With this win under their belts, the Terriers stood a good chance of capturing the mythical Brooklyn Championship. This mythical title goes to one of the four Boro schools, namely, Brook¬ lyn Poly, Brooklyn College, St. John’s, and St. Francis, which has the best record against the other three. Going into the St. John’s game, the Franciscans had a two and nothing record, hav¬ ing defeated Poly and Brooklyn College. Friday at noon, the fifth of March, was the scene of one of the best, if not the best, rallies ever held at the college. Spurred on by the spirit of the speakers, the student body joined in an impromptu snake-dance through the streets of downtown Brooklyn, which saw the majority of the fellows in the school march en masse on the Schermerhorn Street branch of St. John’s. All traffic on Court Street was halted during the six-block march, and when the group had reached their destination it was a sorry day for the Red- men followers. Frogs, cats, bags of water, etc., were thrown at the invaders, but that didn’t help. Everything thrown by the St. John ' s adherents was returned in full by the Franciscans, so much so that a few windows fell victim to the conquering heroes. One victory had been won, that of one student body over another; the victory of one team over the other was the same that evening at the 69th Regiment Armory. Always the underdog, the Terriers were not ruf¬ fled when the Redmen were listed as favorites. Playing an inspired brand of ball, the Red and Blue hustled to the last man and forced the Indi¬ ans all the way, the half time score seeing a one- point difference, 25-24 in favor of the Redmen. 112 When the two teams returned to the court for the second frame, the Terriers fell victim to a scoreless famine. During this period the Redmen pulled ahead to lead by thirteen points with ten minutes remaining. Up to this time, The Red and Blue hadn’t registered a single field goal in the last half, but the tide changed as Emil Mele dropped in two long sets and led the spurt which pulled the Terriers ahead 49-46 with but two minutes left. It was now Dick McGuire s turn to spark a rally, and this he did by accounting for four points to push the Indians to the fore 50-49, with the clock showing 35 seconds still to be played. The cause looked pretty hopeless for the Friars for they missed a shot and St. John s went into a freeze. With the seconds still ticking away, Tom O’Con¬ nor drew a foul from McGuire. The free throw was missed, but in the mad scramble for the loose ball Ivy Summer knocked it out of bounds, giving the terriers an outside ball under the St. John s basket. This was it! Four seconds remained! Coach Joe Brennan sent Jack Morgan in to perform his spe¬ cialty. Morgan’s specialty, in case you don’t know, is a jump shot under the basket on an outside ball. Emil took the ball out and tossed the leather in to Jack, who was right under the hoop. Tommy Tolan leaped and deflected the ball. In one swift move Morgan jumped, caught the ball and sent it hoopward. As the ball drifted through the cords the Terrier backers went stark, raving mad. St. John’s took one desperate, long heave which went under the hoop as the buzzer sounded with St. Francis the victors by a 51-50 count. The buzzer was the cue for all the St. Francis men to empty the stands and mob the team. Jack Morgan was the center of attention; he was pounded on the back, hugged and raised to the 113 shoulders of the loyal followers. Morgan finally had to beg off, for his life seemed to be in dan¬ ger from the enthusiastic blows that were being rained on him. The only way that Jack finally was allowed to go free was by crossing the court to receive, with the team, the Edmund Buckley Memorial Trophy awarded to the winning team. This was the third game in a series of five played for the Buckley J rophy and the first win for the Terriers. The first team to win three games will retire the Trophy and we feel confident in saying that the Trophy will, two years from now, rest in our library per¬ manently. A second trophy was awarded that night, this one being the C.Y.O. Trophy. It is given to the player, who in the opinion of the sportswriters, was the outstanding man in the game. When the annoucement was made that Dick McGuire was to be given the award, the majority of the onlook¬ ers were surprised, to put it mildly. The opinion of most of those present was that Emil Mele was the most valuable man in the court that evening. But the important thing, in the minds of the stu¬ dents and players of St. Francis, was the final score and the winning of the Buckley Trophy. This win meant many things to the Red and Blue. First and most important, it was a victory over our arch rivals. Next in importance was the tact that we became the holders of the mythical championship of Brooklyn, having a 3-0 record against Boro schools. The final won and lost rec¬ ord of 17 and 9, which was sported by the Ter¬ riers, was good for a .654 percentage, not bad in any league. The following evening, playing a charity, post¬ season game for the benefit of the N.F.C.C.S. drive for European Student Relief, the Terriers bowed to Manhattan College 54-50. The game was strictly of an anti-climatic nature, with the Ter¬ riers showing fatigue due to the hectic battle of the preceding night. Again lapsing into a scoreless spell, the Terriers came alive near the end and pulled up to within a few points. Lady Luck t rowned on the Red and Blue in the form of Emil Mel e’s fifth personal foul. Without Mele the Terriers seemed to lack that extra spark and the game ended with the team’s trailing by four points. The basketball season was over, but the most important basketball news was yet to come! Mon¬ day, following the St. John’s game, the Voice came out with a sports extra. The headline, in bold type, read: BRENNAN RETIRES! This was shocking to everyone concerned; it came as a complete surprise. In a letter to Bill McGuire, Athletic Director, Joe stated that his business commitments made it impossible for him to continue as coach. It is not necessary for us, at this time, to re¬ view and enlarge on the accomplishments of Joe during his long and colorful hoop career. While mentor of the hoop teams here at St. Francis. Joe’s boys won 100 games while dropping only 46, an enviable record for a coach. The sentiment of the players and students is that Joe may be gone, but he will never be for¬ gotten. Another sure thing is that Joe will, as al¬ ways, be the Terriers number one fan. SUMMARY Truly this was a great basketball season, one that was full of thrills, happiness, and some sad¬ ness, but one that was always exciting. During the past season quite a few records were shattered. Chief record smasher was Tommy Gallagher, high- scoring forward, known to his teammates as ’ The Flying Swan.” Tom’s greatest feat was the setting of a new all-time personal scoring record for St. Francis College. During the course of the 26 game schedule Gal¬ lagher hooped the grand total of 311 points. He was the first St. Francis man ever to score 300 points in one season. The previous scoring record was established in the ’46-’47 campaign by Emil Mele, when he gathered 243 points. Tommy’s 122 field goals set another record, besting Mele’s out¬ put of last year by 22. By virtue of the fact that Mele hit for 260 points this year, besting his last season’s prize total, he became the first Terrier basketeer to ac¬ count for 200 or better for two seasons. Among other records shattered by this year’s Terriers was the 28 points rung up by Tommy Gallagher in the Loyola game. Another first” this past season took place in the Hofstra game, when Levi Baugh made his debut as a Terrier basketeer. The reason we list this event as a first is due to the fact that Levi is the first Negro boy ever to wear the Red and Blue of the varsity o na basketball court. Best of luck, Levi! The last four games of the season saw Emil The Mighty Mite” Mele embark on a remarkable scoring rampage. Against Newark, Kings Point, Brooklyn, and St. John’s, Emil hit for 16, 19, 16, and 14 points, respectively. His total of 65 points for the last four contests was exactly one-quarter of his season’s total of 260. Another feat for a Terrier hoopster this year was recognized around January 20, when Roy Titus was listed as sixth in the nation from the free- throw line. Figures published by the N.C.A.A. showed that Roy had hit on 13 out of 15 attempts, which is a terrific average. With the closing of the hoop campaign, five men played their last collegiate contest. The five are Emil Mele, Joe Dolan, Jack Morgan, Hal Grady, and Tony Agoglia, the first three being seniors, and the last two having used up their four years of eligibility due to a war hitch. It was with a heavy heart that this quintet left the court fol- lowing the victory over St. John’s. Even the great victory couldn’t make up for the realization that that game was their last one for St. Francis. There is much more to be said about the terri¬ fic fighting spirit and gameness of our basketeers, but these are the things that will best be remem¬ bered in the hearts of those who saw the boys fight their way through this season’s schedule. The great moments in individual games, the sparkling play, and that last, most wonderful game of all against St. John’s will never be forgotten by the fellows who pulled for the team the whole way. jayvee and freshman basketball The present Little Terriers’’ had a large pair of shoes to fill, for the Jayvee team of last year compiled the very enviable record of 16 wins and only 4 losses. At the start of the ’47-’48 season the majority of the aspirants for positions on the Junior team were freshmen. After thinking it over, Coach Frank Bucky Williams decided to field a team to be classified as a Freshman unit. This team played the first half of the schedule, compiling a won and lost record of 7-5. Midway through the year, Bucky found that most of his players had become Sophomores, so the season ended with this unit’s being known as the Junior Varsity. The Jayvees showed a total of 9 wins out of the 14 games they played, thus giving the Freshmen-Junior Varsity combo a season’s record of 16-10. Named to the post of captain was Tommy Gar- guilo, rugged center and floor man of the Little Terriers. Tommy was content to grab all re- 116 bounds and then proceed to set someone else up to do the scoring. However, his 187 points showed that he could score when he had to. High-scoring ace of the squad was Ray Reardon, owner of the justly-named hook shot. The for¬ mer William Bryant H.S. star played in all but one of the contests and dunked in 267 points. This total was gathered by virtue of his 100 field goals and his 67 good attempts from the free- throw line. Ray’s point output set an all-time rec¬ ord for individual scoring for a first-year player. A1 Henrick, captain of last year’s team, held the previous mark, with 228 points. Let us now look closely at the record of the Little Terriers.” Against other college first-year outfits they showed a total of 10-5. Their chief nemesis was the Freshman team of St. John s Uni¬ versity. The Red and Blue dropped two games to their rivals during the season, but so did everyone else. The Redmen yearlings wound up their season undefeated, having 19 straight wins to their credit. The night that Hofstra upset the varsity, the yearlings did their share to keep the evening from being a total loss, by winning their game 41-36. One of the most sensational games that any St. Francis team participated in during this past year was the one which found the Jayvee pitted against Fordham’s Jayvee. The sensational part of this 117 contest was that it was won by Fordham in a sud¬ den-death period. The two teams were tied, at the end of the game, at the end of the first overtime, and at the end of the second overtime period. As we said before, the Rams won in sudden-death, 46-45. The game that saw the yearlings really hit their stride was the one against Brooklyn College. Half¬ time found St. Francis ahead 44-21. Ray Reardon having accounted for 19 points. Returning to the court for the second stanza, the Terriers kept pour¬ ing it on, winning going away, 83-46. Reardon and Steve Ellsworth sparked the team to that vic¬ tory, Ray with 23 and Little Steve” with 22 points. Several members of this team will receive very serious consideration next year when the varsity is being picked. With Reardon, another sure var¬ sity prospect for next season is Jim Luisi. Jim played his high school ball at Benjamin Franklin. Playing in only 14 games this year, Luisi hit for 172 points, an average of 12.3 points per game. By the way, his average per game puts him at the top in that department. For two straight years St. Francis has come up with a better than average Jayvee team. It is our hope that the Little Terriers of every year will be better than average; tor we must remember, the Jayvee of this year is the varsity of next year. 118 freshman junior varsity Name REARDON ELLSWORTH GARGUILO LUISI MASSIMO A. D AGOSTINO HAND WEBB RILEY DUNNE CRUDD S. D AGOSTINO BURDETT SMITH KEIT BRENNAN BASILI KLOEPFEL TOTALS F.G. F. Points 100 67 267 87 51 225 73 41 187 62 48 172 34 28 96 41 10 92 28 23 79 21 18 60 11 5 27 7 3 17 5 4 14 5 3 13 5 2 12 3 4 10 4 1 9 3 0 6 1 4 6 1 0 2 491 312 1294 individual scoring Name Games F.G. F.T. F. P.F. Pts. GALLAGHER, TOM 26 122 108 67 65 311 MELE, EMIL 24 103 96 54 56 260 DOLAN, JOE 26 57 97 49 84 163 O’CONNOR. TOM 26 65 44 24 48 154 GRADY, HAL 24 52 64 41 65 145 AGOGLIA, TONY 26 58 30 19 49 135 MORGAN, JACK 26 26 31 18 44 70 LABANOWSKI, PAUL 26 22 43 24 22 68 TITUS, ROY 12 21 20 16 12 58 PATERNO, BILL 10 11 4 3 9 25 McNIFF, TOM 23 8 10 6 14 22 BOUGH, LEVI 16 1 10 5 21. 7 TOTALS 546 556 326 489 1418 Includes alumni game. 120 season record St. F. ° P p. 78 ALUMNI 60 52 N. Y. U. 54 68 ADELPHI 42 52 MT. ST. MARY’S 29 51 U. OF TOLEDO 53 79 U. OF ARIZONA 70 49 HOFSTRA 53 44 QUEENS COLLEGE 28 73 ADELPHI 36 50 SIENA COLLEGE 40 44 FORDHAM 47 46 NEWARK COLLEGE 34 63 KINGS POINT 41 50 IONA COLLEGE 39 40 BROOKLYN POLY 36 59 LOYOYA COLLEGE 62 41 MANHATTAN 48 59 FT. MONMOUTH 40 52 LA SALLE 53 43 SIENA COLLEGE 42 47 VILLANOVA 52 50 LA SALLE 59 58 NEWARK COLLEGE 29 54 KINGS POINT 47 65 BROOKLYN COLLEGE 47 51 ST. JOHN ' S 50 1418 TOTALS 1191 122 track and field — cross With the appointment of Bill McGuire to the post of Athletic Director, the track team was left without a coach. This situation was soon remedied when Jack Brown was chosen for the position. Jack is no stranger in track circles, for among his prodigies he lists Gene Venzke, well known for his feats of the past decade. The roster of the track squad included hold¬ overs from last year’s team and a superb group of freshman performers. The Terriers went into ac¬ tion with high hopes, certain that this season would prove more successful than last. The sea¬ son opened on October 4, 1947, with the trounc¬ ing of Iona College 40-15. The Varsity team run¬ ning with the same men as last season, toured the 41 4 mile course in 26.28 minutes, with McGuire, Kenny, Murphy, Urso and Clark finishing in that order. The following week the St. John’s harriers, capi¬ talizing on foot injuries to three of the Terrier team, Bucaro, Clark and McGuire, defeated the Red and Blue 31-24. Coranaldi and Cassidy of the Indians” crossed the line in the first and sec¬ ond spots, closely followed by McGuire and Mur¬ phy of St. Francis. country October 18 found the Terriers once again pur¬ suing their winning ways by beating the Kings Point men 35-20. Last season the Point-men won by a close margin and they were out to make it two in a row. However, Charley Kenny, newly elected Captain of the team, led all the way and broke the tape in 30:35, a few yards ahead of Murphy—30:55. Brooklyn College barely eked out a win over the Terriers when Paul Urso was stricken with a stitch barely a half mile from the finish. Relin¬ quishing 3rd spot to McGuire and 4th spot to Kenny, Paul finished 6th, but the damage was done. The St. Francis squad lost 28-27. Running against Manhattan as a tune-up for the Metropolitan Collegiate Championships, the Terriers took a predicted beating. The bright spot of the contest was Murphy’s 30:03 and McGuire’s 30:06, who finished 4th and 5th respectively, the fastest time for both men of the entire season. On Election Day the Terriers splashed their way to 6th place in the Metropolitan Collegiates. The first man for St. Francis to finish was Walt Mur¬ phy who finished in 25th spot (30:37), McGuire, Kenny, Heath, Clark and Covek followed him in the 27, 30, 31, 35, 36 spots respectively. The Varsity had a 2 and 3 record, not spec¬ tacular but compared with their 0 and 4 record of last season, a great improvement was made. With the entire Varsity Squad and both Frosh teams moving up, St. Francis will be a power to be reckoned with in the seasons to come. St. Francis, for the first time had a Freshman team which really toed the mark, and by their ability finished the season without losing a dual meet. They faced such strong and impressive teams as Iona, St. Johns, Seton Hall, Fordham and Man¬ hattan. The Manhattan meet was the clincher of the undefeated season for they edged out the Jas¬ pers by one point. The following Saturday, Man¬ hattan found revenge by winning the Metropolitan Championship one point ahead of St. Francis. Jack McCarthy paced our second team to fourth place in the Junior Metropolitan Championship at Vic- tory Field. [tOLLE6C INDOOR SEASON After a few weeks of much-needed rest, the team began the hard and grueling training for the indoor season. Practice at Columbia with its cold wind and snow covered track hardened the Ter¬ riers for the long season ahead. The 69th, 13th and 14th Regiment Armories were also scenes of frequent practice. On December 27th, the Junior Metropolitan Championships were held and the Terrier mile re¬ lay crashed through to victory. Tom McHugh, A1 Farnochi, Joe Anderson and Dick Duer comprised the winning combination. Charley Kenny placed fifth in the three mile run. The Met. A.A.U. games on January 3, 1948 brought a trophy to Archie Attarian for his win in the 1000 yd. run. Tom Heath had the 600 yd. dash in the bag until he went sprawling as a result of a push from behind. Hank McVeety and Bill Welsh ran in the Two Mile Invitation Run and did surprisingly well. Mac covered the distance in 9:48 and Bill did 10:03. On January 10 the Terriers braved the Bliz¬ zard of 48 and made a brilliant showing in the first Long Island Chapters of the Knights of Co¬ lumbus at the 104th Field Artillery, Jamaica Ar¬ mory. The team arrived from Brooklyn with their heart set on stealing the team trophy and any other medals that might be theirs for the taking. The team from the Police Sports Association, however, was on the job and managed to snatch victory away by a l 2 point. 1 om Heath broke his novicehood with a smash¬ ing victory in the 600. In the 1000 yd. race Archie Attarian took a first place medal; Jack Munnelley grabbed a second and George Covek pulled in two places behind him. In the Galligan Memorial Two-Mile Run, Hank McVeety and Bill Welsh took fourth place in their respective sec¬ tions of the run. The Two Mile Relay placed sec¬ ond behind a strong Pioneer Team, in a thrill packed race. The last race of the evening and the one on which the outcome of the meet depended was the Mile Relay. The Terriers needed a third place to clinch the trophy; however they couldn’t make it and finished fourth. At the Metropolitan Intercollegiate Meet held at 168th Street, New York, the Freshman squad secured second place honors behind a well-balanced Manhattan team. The meet commenced with St. Francis gathering valuable points in the field events. The points came as a result of George Rouillard’s winning the Broad jump with a leap of 19 ft. 9% in. and Don Clancy placing third in the same event. Two and a half more points were picked up by Ed Burden who tied with Jim Har¬ rington in the Running High Jump. In the run¬ ning events, Jack McCarthy was the first to score for the Red and Blue. Running an excellent race he placed second behind Larry Ellis of N.Y.U. Jack Munnelley and Ray Tally brought home med¬ als by finishing first and third respectively in the 1000 yd. run. Tom McHugh came through with a second place in the 600. The mile relay team, running a beautiful race, captured first place hon¬ ors while the two mile relay team placed a close second. The Varsity Squad compiled their only points of the night when Archie Attarian beat out t COLLEGE 9k 127 Phil Sonnenborn of N.Y.U. for fourth place in the 1000 yd. Run. In the N.Y.A.C. games the mile quartet won, running with Tom McHugh, George Rouillard, Joe Anderson and A1 Farnochi. Archie Attarian, surviving the heats of the 1000 yd. run in the Nationals on February 21, finished sixth in the final of that event. Running well with the best men available, Attarian proved he is on his way up. Bill McGuire, our Director of Ath¬ letics, had held this title until he was dethroned by Phil Thigpen, this year’s winner. In the last major meet in the K. of C., the Ter¬ rier Varsity mile relay composed of Tom Heath, Jim Farrell, Archie Attarian and Dick Duer took second place honors. The outdoor season commenced with a dual meet with Hofstra College on April 10 and was followed by the Seton Hall Relays on April 16, 17, the Penn Relays on April 24-25, Quadrangle Meet on May 8, a dual meet with Brooklyn College and ended with the Metropolitan Intercollegiate Track and Field Championship, at Randall’s Island. Let us now examine the record to see what the runners got out of it, besides the satisfaction of a job well done for the Alma Mater. Archie Atta¬ rian won the only trophy but St. Francis men brought home eighteen first place medals along 128 with eight first place gold ' ' Spike Shoes.” We made our great haul in the second place slot gain¬ ing forty-three medals for that position. Fifteen third place medals were brought home along with one fourth place and two fifth place awards. Jack Brown will have a wealth of material from which to choose for next year’s Cross-Country team. The effort and energy that has been put into Track, both by the students and the Coach, has reaped its just rewards. Training schedules were hard and tiresome, physically and often mentally irritating, but all concerned made the sacrifices that caused the men of St. Francis to be known as sportsmen and fighters. The Track Team has bare¬ ly been reorganized, but already we are a team with which the larger schools have had to con¬ tend. Manhattan almost lost the Metropolitan Jun¬ ior Cross-Country Championship; they barely edged us out of the title by one point. St. Fran¬ cis came within one half point of winning the title at the Long Island Knights of Columbus Games. Next year and each continuing year the Track Team will improve; the day is not far dis¬ tant when St. Francis will be a major track power. 1 COLLEGE I ■ ' t i C0LLE6E tOUEtt - __ 1 7Ja 129 the winged foot club The Winged Foot Club of St. Francis College is one of the newer college activities, having been formed within the past year. The Club is unique in that it is the only organization in the school representing an athletic team. Active membership is open to all men who have received major let¬ ters for track and or field; but, since the purpose of the Club is to stimulate a general interest in that sport, persons who have contributed to the advancement of this goal may be accepted as hon¬ orary members. Because Track and Field has only recently been reestablished at St. Francis, the number of active members in the Winged Foot Club is rather small, and as yet, only a few major accomplishments, aside from establishing the Club have been ef¬ fected. Perhaps foremost of the Clubs’ achieve¬ ments has been the founding of an annual trophy, to be presented at the end of every season to a member of the track team, who by sportsman¬ ship, hard work and accomplishments has been chosen as the outstanding St. Francis runner of that year. The selection of this man will be made by Athletic Director Bill McGuire, Coach Jack Brown and the President of the Winged Foot Club. Even as the track team is now making its mark in intercollegiate circles, so tco does it seem that the Winged Foot Club will become a major or¬ ganization in the sphere of St. Francis activities, for this Club, in striving to stimulate interest in track, will aid in the development of a general student interest in all extra-curricular activities at S:. Francis. Thus, while actual membership in the Club is limited, its influence will be directed to¬ wards the entire student body. Under the capable leadership of President Frank Bucaro, the Club has been given a firm founda¬ tion. It is now ready to undertake, with the co¬ operation of every loyal St. Francis man, the work which it has fashioned for itself. bowling Christmas Eve is always a great day for every St. Francis man, because of its significance, but December 24, 1947 was an extra special day for the Terrier bowling team. On that day, in the ’ ' Powerhouse,” Jimmy Powers stated, St. Francis, St. John’s, L.I.U. and Fordham have pioneered a Met Collegiate bowling league.” Jimmy was truly justified in placing St. Francis and St. John’s at the fore of the foursome, for these two institu¬ tions were the deciding factors in forming the league. The four teams mentioned were joined by Pace Institute before the season opened. Thus the circuit began with five City schools. Entering this big season with an unbeaten rec¬ ord for last year, the Terriers had an experienced group to represent them at local alleys. The schedule was drawn up so that each squad played a home and home series with the other quartet. The Terrier schedule included two non¬ league opponents; Princeton and the Indians from Siena. The season opened with the Red and Blue drop¬ ping a close one to St. Johns, by a 3-2 count. Their next opponents were the kegglers from the Fordham School of Business. Again the Terriers were downed; in fact they were shut out 5-0. But from here on the Terriers really began to click and knock down the pins. In their next three league games they defeated L.I.U., Pace an d St. Johns in that order and boosted themselves into first place and kept right on rolling along till the season’s end. In their three non-league games, the boys didn’t fare so well, for they dropped two to Princeton and were beaten by Siena. The trip to Princeton is one that will long be remembered by the team. The boys from Princeton played the part of per¬ fect hosts for they entertained the losers royally at a house-party given in their behalf. On March 7th, the Tigers journied to Brooklyn, and following the match, they were taken out and shown the town,” but this time by the Terriers. Their other non¬ league contest was played in Albany against Siena. The pin-busters made the trip with the hoop team but didn’t enjoy the same good fortune, for they lost. Following the game, they had only words of praise for the hospitality shown them. During the season, two Terriers really hit for high scores. Against Pace, Fitzgerald rolled 228. The next highest was registered by Len Rose, against St. John’s, when he knocked down 222 in 131 a single game. In a non-league game, Bill Trusel- lino also hit for 222, when the Terriers enter¬ tained the Princeton boys. In February, when Bill Fitzgerald withdrew from college, Bill Tursellino succeeded him as Captain. The selection of Turse” was a good one, for he finished the season with an average of better than 170, and was topped in this department only by Fitzgerald who had an 186 average at the end of 12 games. The kegglers joined the other three major sports; basketball, baseball and track, in making the past year a memorable one in St. Francis sporting an¬ nals. 132 varsity baseball The cry of ’ Play Ball” in New Rochelle on April 3rd ushered in the baseball season for the Terriers of St. Francis. Entering into this, their second year at the diamond sport, the Franciscans hoped to improve on their record of last year. Returning, last year, to the baseball wars for the first time since 1926, the Red and Blue’s destiny was under the direction of Lew Malone. Lew is well known in baseball, having played in organ¬ ized ball for a period of at least fifteen years. Lew’s ”big-time” playing was done for the Brook¬ lyn Dodgers; he covered the keystone corner for ' Dem Bums” prior to World War I. The job before Lew was a strenuous one, for he had to give every man of the more than one hundred who reported a thorough looking-over. There were no returning lettermen to build his team around. As far as Lew was concerned, all the boys were untried. The schedule which was drawn up, considering that this was the first season, was a pretentious one. Listed as opponents for the 17 games, among others, were City College, Brooklyn College, Iona, Adelphi, Rutgers (Newark Branch), and the pow¬ erful Equitable Insurance nine. Before the opening game, Gus Cammeyer, hard¬ hitting catcher, was named captain. Gus was but one of the four men representing St. Francis on the diamond who had worn the Red and Blue on the basketball court, also. The other three hoop- sters were Hal Grady, Bill Paterno, and court cap¬ tain Steve Ferraro. 133 The season record, when looked at hastily, seemed to have b een rather an unsuccessful one, but Lew was very pleased at the showing his boys made. Lacking confidence, and not being accus¬ tomed to each other, the Terriers tied their first two games, and then went on to lose five straight. Last in the string of five losses was the 23-0 de¬ feat by Brooklyn College. (It was during this game that the Franciscans proved that they were playing their first year of organized ball.) Following that game the Terriers traveled to New York to down the Newark Branch of Rutgers University, 6-5. The season ended with another victory over Rutgers, this time at Sherw r ood Oval under the arc-lights, by a 9-5 count. This was, also, the first game played by a collegiate nine at night. The game was highlighted by the excellent pitching of Bill Reilly, who went all the w ' ay, giv¬ ing up but six hits and walking only three. The 1947 season ended with a record of 2 wins, 6 losses, and 2 ties. Rain caused the washout of 7 of the 17 contests. The season was highlighted by the stellar per¬ formance of Dick Murphy, who covered center- field like a blanket and led the Terriers at bat with a .333 average. Dick also connected for the most two-base hits, 6. The laurels for driving in the most runs were shared by Hal Grady and Steve Ferraro, each with 5 to his credit. At the conclusion of the season, the Terriers fielding sharpened, for they executed 11 twin- killings, with Hal Grady turning in one unas¬ sisted double play. The first practise of the current season saw a turnout of about 50 hopefuls. Of that number six¬ teen are holdovers from last year’s squad; only four men were lost by graduation. The biggest loss was felt behind the plate w r here Gus Cammeyer and Charlie Silva performed last year. Both men received their sheepskins in February. Cammeyer still has his finger in the baseball pie, for this year Gus will catch for the Erie, Pennsylvania Club, a Giant farm team. Other losses were Steve Fer¬ raro, fleet shortstop, and Fred Lefty” Cavanagh, who was given credit for the first victory over Rutgers last year. Not having competed in the diamond sport for the requisite number of years, we were unable to enter the Metropolitan Collegiate League this year. 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