St Francis Preparatory - Boxwood Yearbook (Spring Grove, PA)

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v x Tom is one of the newer additions to The Prep. In September, 1950, we found a new addition from the Red Rose city of Lancaster. The football squad soon discovered that we were privileged in having a very fine center. Tom did a superb job at this position. Many were the backtield men who could credit their gains in part to Tom's fine center accuracy. Tom has not only contributed to our football squad, but has also been actively engaged in several other sports. At the close of the pigskin season, Tom was the guiding light behind the formation of the Wrestling Club. Many after- noons were spent by the young contortionist in teaching and guiding the other wrestling en- thusiasts in the art of the game.- Because of his interest and activity in sports, Tom is a member of the Varsity F Club. He is very interested in track and swimming among other things. Although Tom claims sports to be his favorite activity, we think that social events must run a close second. He is determined to become a coach when opportunities permit, and in this we wish him the best of luck.

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Balmiro, a good friend from South America, came to St. Francis Prep in 1950 to complete his secondary education after having attended Liceo Baralt in Maracaibo, Venezuela. Upon his arrival at St. Francis, Balmiro be- came very popular even though he had some difficulty picking up the English language. He was very good scholastically which probably is a result of his diligent application. He also lent his valuable talents to the Camera Club of which he was a very active member. Balmiro spent most of his free time writing letters and listening to classical records which made him a critic of fast record music. During the spring, Balmiro plans to play the outfield for the baseball team defending the Maroon and White. During his leisure time we will be sure to find him by the swimming pool showing his skilful diving ability lor which he is well-known. After he receives his diploma, Balmiro plans to study Business Administration at St. Francis College located in Loretto, Pa. We wish you success in your future plans.

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After having completed his grammar school education, Fred left his hometown of Mara- caibo, Venezuela, and journeyed north to com- plete his education at St. Francis. It wasn't long before Fred mastered the English language and became an active figure in the social life at St. Francis. He has been an excellent student scholasti- cally and during his four years stay his name was frequently on the Scholastic Honor Roll. Fred was a member of The Hill staff, Boxwood staff, the Glee Club, the Science and Math Clubs. The work that Fred did in these various clubs was always satisfactory since he was al- ways a willing worker. A soccer team was formed in his sophomore year and for two years his fine playing helped the team to complete the envious record. He received a Varsity F letter for his effort in 1950. He also participated in all intramural sports, of which softball was his favorite. Fred's favorite hobby is working on experiments in the chemistry lab. He hopes to attend St. Francis College and study to be a veterinarian.