St Francis Xavier Academy - Xavier Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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Helen Frances Sad her 15 Armstrong Avenue “In thy heart the dew of youth: On thy lips the smile of truth. Helen is staunch in friendship, faithful in studies, and loyal to Alma Mater. She has made herself loved and appreciated by her genial spirit and sparkling conversation. Her oratorical ability has strongly appealed to us. especially in her role of Doctor of Philosophy. Never a day sine linea characterizes her four years at Saint Xavier's. Helen Cecilia Shelley 29 Steuben Street In character, in manners, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity . Any time of day you hear a tinkle you may be sure Helen is near at hand. She is our official bell-ringer, and she has much to bear from us less reliable ones. All bells aside. Helen is one of our best students, and not at all pretentious. Her lovely disposition, her willingness to help others in difficulties and her loyalty and courteous manner have gained for her respect and esteem. She loves her school and her school loves her. Madeline Elizabeth Sheridan 107 Arnold Street ‘Tts the mind that makes the body rich. Madeline is one of the most pleasing and graceful girls in the class. During her four years at Saint Xavier’s, she has proved herself to be a loving com panion. She will carry away with her the love of teachers and classmates. Her favorite study is Phonography, and as a typist she stands high. Dorothy Rose Sherlock 13 Winslow Street “Fine manners are the mantles of fair minds. Dot is a conscientious student who always knows things that no one else ever thought of learning. We all realize that the badge of suffering has been hers. She lives so near and yet. and yet. what? I think to Dot. Distance lends enchantment. sometimes. Irene Dolores Smith 311 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. K. I. A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. An abundance of cheerfulness and a generous disposition are only a few of Irene’s at tributes. Her unfailing good humor has made her popular among her classmates. We feel that Irene's future is secure, for she is a violinist of marked ability. It will not be a surprise, therefore, if we find her name among the great artists some day. The Xavier Page rwenty-seven

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Christine Elizabeth Parker Marguerite Elizabeth Plunkett i Parsonage Street A princess from the Fairy Isle. I he very pattern girl of girls.' “Voici” Christine! an actress of natural ability: heV heartiness gives zest tp any role she acts. She is a strong exponent of “English undefiled.” not only in her themes and essays, but in her conversation, w h i c h we often marvel at. Her manners are gracious and pleasing. 214 River Avenue Nothing is impossible to witting hearts. One of the earnest English girls is Rita, and she likes her English. Her tireless way to the fourth floor every day is her objective. for her favorite study is Astronomy. It takes some time to know Rita: she has a serious look of concern about things generally, but on acquaintance we find her cheery side. N’est-ce pas. Rita? Catherine Louise Regan Castle Street, Bast Greenwich, R. T. “Every true friend is a glimpse of God. With her dancing eyes and merry laughter. “Cathie” is the life of the class. Daily she arrives from the metropolis” of East Greenwich. During Spanish free period, she gets alongside of her “pal.” They arc a diligent pair, as results prove. We arc sure that whoever is fortunate enough to come in contact with her will prize her sincere friendship as do we of S. X. A. Catherine excels in Shorthand, and is one of the most correct typists in the class. Esther Alfreda Riley 134 Wood Street The mildest manners and affections gentle. Those who know Esther know her to be sweet and gentle. All who come in contact with her are impressed by the dignity and simplicity of her bearing. She is truly loyal to those who are her friends. We feel that every one of the three hundred and sixty-five days of the year holds in its diary a written page of her worthy deeds. Clare Grace Risk 36 Summer Street. Central Falls. R. I. “There's nothing ill can dwell in such a mind. If you should ever find yourself in a dilemma, do not become anxious if Clare is around. She is thoughtful, generous, and resourceful—ever ready to give assistance, and to give it in the way that makes us think of the lines from “The Vision of Sir Laun-fal.” only we change them to fit Claire: “The gift with the giver is not bare.” She bestows upon her lessons the same generous care that is characteristic of her in all other matters. Page Twenty-six The Xavier

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Margaret Ceciltu Smith Mary Agnes Sullivan Kind hearts are marc than coronets. ” Have you ever heard a debater handle her arguments more dexterously than Margaret? Didn’t we sit up and listen?” However. she does all things well and is ready to help others to do likewise. She has a cheery dis position and indulges in a moderate amount of frolic and fun. En j lish is her favorite study. Conrtne Louise Thereault 1001 Eddy Street ”Smile and the World will smile back to you. ftiend to us all during our four years in Saint Xavier’s. Because cf her beautiful voice, we predict for this little pal’' of ours a brilliant place—in the limelight of the ’Metropolitan.’’ Can you think of a most pleas ant and beaming countenance of dimply smiles, cheery glances, and light-hearted wistfulness? If so. you may conceive some idea of Corinne. We also agree that she is loyal and true, and has been a real 117 Benevolent Street A smile idll go a long, long way. Mary has an incense and earnest nature: she puts body and soul into what she docs, and this is why she reaps so well. Her bearing is dignified and quiet, and often shames us. more boisterous girls. A becoming reserve with a lovable and sympathetic manner gains for her many friends. Elsa Catherine Tortalani 20 Balnbridge Avenue ”Politeness and generosity, all in one. This is a fitting quotation, for Elsa is a model of politeness and generosity: she is quiet and studious, gracious and lovable: she has a deep place in the hearts of all her teach -ers and classmates. Elsa would not be Elsa if she should come to s:hool with her work unprepared. Stenography is her favor ite study, we are sure, for never has she appeared without her letters fully transcribed! The ladder of success will not be too high for our earnest classmate. Mary Margaret Waterman 1315 Crompton Avenue. Arctic, R. I. Leave behind to conquer time Something mighty and sublime! Keen of intellect and highly talented. Mary is looked up to. admired and respected. Nothing diverts her from duty: she always comes prepared for every class, and she comes a long way. Her acquired knowledge is shared with others less fortunate or less ambitious. She. herself, is quietly independent: rarely does she need assistance from any one. Have we not shown good judgment in selecting Mary for our “Editor?” Her contributions to “The Xavier tell further her merit. Page Twenty-eight The Xavier