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

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1926 volume:

Time-Saving, Money-Making Training COLLEGIATE COURSES LEADING TO STATE-AUTHORIZED DEGREES Business Administration Higher Accountancy Secretarial Science Normal Commercial JUNIOR COLLEGE COURSES LEADING TO DIPLOMA General Business Stenographic-Secretary PREPARATORY AND FINISHING COURSES Executive Offices Are Open Daily: 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. Saturdays. 9 to 1 For nterviews and Registration BRYANT STRATTON COLLEGE Offers : —Intensive training for business. —Practical teachers who have demonstrated their fitness in actual business. —Tutorial System with small classes and personal help. —State Authorized to confer Degrees: Bachelor of Business Administration. Bachelor of Accounts. Bachelor of Secretarial Science. Bachelor of Commercial Science. —Students’ time saved by individual method of progress. —Active Placement Bureau, over 1000 employment calls annually for graduates. —Alumni of 50.000 men and women —hundreds of most prominent employers in Rhode Island are B. S. graduates. —Healthful environment—b e a u tiful new school building, full equipment. SUMMER SCHOOL,—July and August. Enrollments are now beir.g taken for 64th Year opening in September— Day and Evening Sessions , For Further Information—Call. Write, or Telephone Union 7580-7581-7582 Bryant Stratton College Founded 1863 Bryant Stratton Building Fountain Street at Union Providence. R. I. ST. MARY'S SEMINARY Bayview-on-the-Narragansett East Providence. Rhode Island CONVENT BOARDING SCHOOL For Young Ladies Conducted by Sisters of Mercy English, Classical and Secretarial Courses—Latest Methods in Instrumental Music. Vocal Culture and Art—Grammar and Primary Department Compliments of Mary G. English llli L. Compliments of J. F. McCusker, M. D. ST. XAVIER’S ACADEMY 3£aimr Cfje J)ear IBooft OF i£s t. JfranctS Xabier Stabemp Volume X The Diamond Jubilee Number Edited by the Graduating Class listers of iflertjp Jkobtbence, fjobe Manb 1926 R. DAY, 37 WEYBOSSET ST le icatiim To Our Beloved Bishop RIGHT REVEREND WILLIAM A. HICKEY Whose holy zeal for the spread of the Kingdom of Christ manifests itself in his Promotion of Catholic Education Response to Foreign Mission Appeals Solicitude for the Reign of Our Eucharistic King in the souls entrusted by Providence to his keeping. We. the Class of ’26 of Saint Xavier's Academy. gratefully and lovingly dedicate this. Our Diamond Jubilee Volume of the Xavier. Mary A. Egan Page Dedication ......................................... A Eucharistic Anthology—Poem........................... 9 Officials....................................... • 11 Our Chapel............................................ 12 Our Class Motto—Poem................................ 13 Personals............................................. 14 Rimes and Chimes. . .................................. 21 A Visit to Ariel—Prophecy............................. 33 Looking Backward—Poem................................. 36 Our Lady’s Shrine..................................... 38 Stories............................................... 39 Calendar.............................................. 47 Phollies of 1926 .............................. . . . 50 Class Will............................................ 65 Pages from a Diary.................................... 67 Editorials ... ....................................... 70 Alumnae Notes......................................... 75 1851—The Jubilee—1926 ................................ 78 Our Jubilee Bell Rings—Poem . 82 Farewell to Alma Mater—Poem 84 A Eucharistic Anthology Lo, the Sacred Host we hail, ’Neath the Sacramental veil! A frail, white Host. O Christ, concealeth Thee. Yet love can pierce this form its God to see: O Jesus, hidden God, we cry to Thee. Thou Treasure—House of love and sanctity: Our souls, You daily nourish, and yet we Thirst but the more, Eternal God, for Thee. We taste of Thee. O Christ. Thou Living Bread. We drink of Thee. Great God. Thou Fountain Head: Warm from the wine-press fell Thy blood like rain, The Xavier Page Nine Thou Lamb of Calvary, Love’s Victim slain; Our souls are strengthened with Thy Flesh and Blood, Thou art our Love, our Life, our only Good. O Loving Pelican, O Jesu Lord, Sweet Sacrament through every age adored. We chant the anthem that the ages ring— Thy Eucharistic Kingdom Come, we sing! 1— St. Thomas Aquinas 2— Sacerdos'' 3— Margaret Cunningham 4— Original 5— Rev. Father Rawes 6— Selected 7— Rev. Edward Caswall 8— Rev. C. A. Bums. S. J. 9— Adelaide Proctor 10—Roy Palmer 1 1—Canon Sheehan 12—Roy Palmer 1 3—Mother Loyola 1 4—Father Faber 1 5—St. Thomas Aquinas 16—Selected 1 7—Original 18—Father Eymard As a tribute of love to Jesus reigning on our Altars, Our Eucharistic King, the class collected hundreds of poems in honor of the Blessed Sacrament. From the poems submitted, the above lines were arranged by Elizabeth M. Smith and Mary A. Eccles ONLY ONE GOD Myriads of branches wave in the grove, Myriads of stars shine in the sky, Myriads of bees hum songs of love. Myriads of birdlings gayly fly, Myriads of sunbeams greet the morn. Myriads of sunsets crown the day. Myriads of children play on the lawn: And one God only has made them this way. Helen M. Povuers Page Ten The Xavier Class of 1926 MOTTO: Non Nisi Te. Domine St. Thomas Aquinas Class Colors: Blue and White CLASS OFFICERS President. Elizabeth M. Smith Vice-President, Louise V. Waters Treasurer. Margaret M. Casey Secretary, Mary E. Evans Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief. Elizabeth M. Smith Estelle R. Bacon Mary V. Bennett Irene L. Berger Margaret M. Casey Assistant Editors Margaret M. Hanaway Rita C. Larkin Ida M. Laurienzo Margaret M. McCarthy Art Editors Editor-in-Chief. Elizabeth B. Gunning Eunice M. Agnew Mary E. Conley Assistant Editors Mary A. Ecdes Grace L. Lee Catherine C. Murphy BUSINESS STAFF Manager Anna V. Bolger Mary E. Evans Irene M. Farley Margaret A. Fogarty Assistants Lucy M. Hayes Biscilla M. Kenney Mary E. O'Neill Helen J. McPartland The Xavier Page Eleven Our Chapel Thy still, white Face. O Christ, upon a tree, Looks down through all the ages, haunting me. A frail white Host. O Christ, concealing Thee. Controls my life, forever luring me. Page Twelve Thy shining Face. O Christ. I thirst to see, And languish daily for eternity.”—Selected. The Xavier Our Class Motto “Non Nisi Te, Domine! ................. Nought But Thyself, O Lord! ’ Our Non Nisi Te, Domine!” recalls The legend of Saint Thomas, soul sublime: That lover of our Eucharist King,— Yes, Aquin’s boast, but loved in every clime. This seraph dipped his pen in purest love. Then heart and soul aflame, aglow, afire, He sang the love his heart could not restrain. Of Christ, his Lord Divine, his soul's desire. “O Salutaris Hostia,” he cried— From very love his heart would not be still. Our Eucharistic God bent low to hear, Da Robur, fer auxilium —You will! Ah. He Who yearns for hearts of men made voice. Of Me, O Thomas, thou hast written well: What gift of Mine thy heart may now desire, ’Tis thine as soon as thou dost choose to tell.” Then. Non Nisi Te, Domine!” he cried: Nought but Thyself, O Lord, sufficeth me.” His ravished soul, no other gift could pray— His sole wish— Non Nisi Te, Domine!” O Great Saint Thomas. Angel of the Schools, We girls of '26 give thanks to thee: Thy motto will be ours throughout life’s day. Yes, Non Nisi Te. Domine!” 'twill be. Dorothy M. Almon Page Thirteen The Xavier Eunice Marie Agnew 46 Mawney Street “Fine manners are the mantle of fair minds Dainty ways, pleasing manners, artistic merit, diligence in her studies have endeared that petite miss to her classmates during her four years spent at S. X. A. Her poems have delighted the English Class and her etchings are adorning the “Xavier. We predict great things for Eunice. Dorothea Marie Almon 76 Lisbon Street “Quality—not Quantity. Dot's chastening personality has made her a favorite in the class of '26. She has been ever studious, agreeable and most punctual. Her ability in French and Spanish has constantly delighted her classmates. Her demonstrations in the Chemical “Lab have been very clever. She hopes to enter R. I. C. E. in September. Ruth Anne Artesani 144 Prairie Avenue “Simplicity is an engaging quality of a noble Mind Ruthie is always most sincere. Her ways e'er tend to make her dear. To all. she is loving and kind. A better girl you'll never find. And though you roam this wide world through. You ne’er will make a friend more true. Is not this a fair picture of Ruth as we know her? Estelle Rose Bacon 142 West Clifford Street “We love her for her little ways. The above tribute of words speaks for our appreciation of Estelle. She is blessed with all that we look for in a school friend:—a lovable disposition and loyalty, truly trustful. Estelle’s record is an envied one. May the years to come be marked by the same success her efforts have achieved during her school life. Rose Inez Bart hell 31 Vicksburg Street “If one looks upon the bright sidt It is sure to be the right side Rose looks to the right side and her work turns that way. too. She is conscientious in the least detail. Her disposition is genial and it is our opinion that it is a pledge of her success in her business career. Mary Veronica Bennett 165 Angell Street “A lovely girl is above all rank.” Benna impresses us at once with her sincerity, her loyalty to her class and her constancy to her friends She is conscientious in her work but is able to frolic, too. Benna’j rainbow of achievements: Some thing to admire. Benna’s ability; something to reverence. Bennas nobility of heart: something to b thankful for. Benna’s friendship She has sown the good: may six reap the best. Irene Louise Berger 187 Hanover Street Press on! Surmount the rocky steps! May prosperity be your page! Efficient, punctual, companionable—this is Irene. She is one of the 100% girls. The ease with which she handles each new subject has always made us marvel She is a prodigy in phonography a girl of whom we expect to hear great things if she decides to enter the business world. Anna Veronica Bolger 211 Dudley Street “To me more dear, congenial tc my heart. One native charm, than all tfo gloss of art Girls, if we want a book, it means ’ads’.’’ These are the words of our Business Manager. Anni is not only a manager to direct bu: she has an energetic nature and i purposeful intent that spurs on the most inert. Big and little things arc of consequence to her. We lovt her for her loyalty, her sincerity the unanimous verdict of her class “Anna will do it. Page Fourteen The Xaviet Alice Joyce Burke 256 Webster Avenue “A friend is known by her deeds ' It would be no exaggeration to say that Alice is one of the most cultured girls of the class. Whenever asked to do a favor she acts as though the word “no” is not in her vocabulary. She is truly reverential, which is proved by the faithful manner in which she cares for our Blessed Lady's Shrine. Alice is quite a factor in all the social interests of her class and her student record predicts the great things that some day must be in her possession. Irene Josephine Carmel I 32 Tuxedo Avenue ”None knew her but to love her. None named her but to praise.” Here we have Irene, whose spirit of loyalty and co-operation have added to the joy and success of the class of ’26. Although merry and mirthful, she excels in all her studies. We have often envied the translations from Spanish of this dark-eyed Seiiorita. All our best wishes are yours, Irene. Margaret Mary Casey Cumberland Hill. R. I. Perseverance and cheerfulness usually win ’ The class showed excellent judgment when it elected Margaret the custodian of its coffer! If some girls have a large debt to settle for class dues at the end of the year, will Margaret be to blame? Oh. no. not once has she ever forgotten to “make her rounds.” And this is characteristic of Margaret in everything demanded of her by duty, a conscientious student, a leader in her class, a joy to her teachers, an honor to the girls of '26. Mary Catherine Clarke 1 Allens Avenue A smile will go a long, long way.” Mary ranks among our high mark commercial girls, who has the hearty good will of her classmates. Her “long, long-way smile” and her readiness in class interests prove her loyalty and love for S. X. A. In her quiet and unassuming manner, she misses nothing of the enjoyment and pleasant things that are going on and contributes much to the happiness of others. We wish her luck and because of her earnestness, we feel it will be her lot. Mary Edna Conley 293 Branch Avenue “So 1 think God hides some souls away Sweetly to surprise us on the last day Mary’s calm and reserved manner kept her classmates from knowing her at first. But time has proved her to be an ideal student and friend. Her ever ready smile and her unfailing loyalty are clear characteristics not to be overlooked. May a full measure of success be yours. Mary. Kathleen Theodosia Connor Wionkeige Hill, R. I. “What we have been makes us what we are. Kathleen is a leader in her class. Her kind and generous nature has drawn her teachers as well as her classmates to admire her. Though of a serious disposition, she enjoys the good times we have, and adds her part by her cheerful approval of our occasional pranks and follies. Alice Louise Cox 38 Wealth Avenue “Hers was a spirit deep and crystal clear. We love Alice for her beautiful nature, her respect for and obedience to the rules of her school, and her friendship, so true and sincere. She likes all her studies and realizes that the secret of one’s success is constancy to purpose. Mary Agnes Eccles 96 Xo. Bend Street, Pawtucket “A progeny of learning. Mary stands with flying colors on the top rung of the commercial ladder of S. X. A., a strong factor of studious ways. Her beautiful, amiable and earnest disposition is so natural that she is welcome wherever she goes. We venture no supposition, we know her perseverance must win. The Xavier Page Fifteen Mary Agnes Egan 702 No. Main Street “To know how to wait is the great secret of success.” If there is an Encore” in our class plays, it is Mary’s, for her part is never too often repeated. She is an actress of nature’s making. Mary has a very genial disposition and is always ready for new plans. She loves languages and has a high rank in English. Mary Elizabeth Evans 5 Fremont Street “None knew her but to love her.” The minutes of the last meeting are. and we listen with attention to her always carefully prepared paper. Earnest and thoughtful for others: Can I do it?” is an echo of her readiness. Success and happiness are the sincere wishes of her class and its teachers Irene Mary Farley 356 Wood Street, Bristol, R. I. “Riches to the giver tie in what is given ” In every deed she has a heart full of resplves. a mind ready to do. and a will which means accomplishment. This is no flattering portrait of Irene, for perseverance is characteristic of her. Her class finds her truly dependable and they love her wit. The Chemistry period has much interest for her. The Bristol train knows not the precious burden it brings us in its daily round. Margaret Mary Feeley 149 Indiana Avenue “There is no such word as fail.” Margaret lives by this motto. The days have no measure of care, as you will conclude by a close inspection of her bright face. It features sweetness, all her own. bubbling humor, jokes and pranks. Despite this jovial side we take of her. there’s another view that tells her bent for things literary. Chosen among her studies are English and French, while her violin gets its full quota of attention. To our minds she has fine appreciation of all things beautiful. Madeline Katherine Fife 8 King Avenue, Edgewood Thou hast proved thyself a friend.” Faithful courtesy to all, loyalty to friends and a bubbling sense of humor are strong traits in Madeline’s character. Her earnestness in classical work is greatly admired, and though her after thoughts are worth while, she often regrets their untimeliness. Her eagerness to save situations is ever evident. She is a willing entertainer in musical lines. We predict a future yield of intellectual crops. Theresa Mary Fitzpatrick 1351 Eddy Street ”Happiness is a wayside flower that grows along the highway of usefulness.” Her bright smiling face proves to us that Theresa possesses that pre cious wayside flower called happi ness.” and her many useful deeds show us where she has culled her noble gift, for she is ever ready and anxious to help on all occasions We are delighted that S. X. A. can have the honor of numbering this happy Miss among its graduates Margaret Alice Fogarty Harmony, R. I. Eyes bright with smiles, and brow of pearl. Shadowed by many a careless curl of unconfined hair.” How fittingly this quotation suits Margaret. Her pleasing disposition and easy manner may be due to the fact that she comes from Harmony.” Although always fond of a good time. Margaret never neglects her studies, as is proved by her excellent reports That she will succeed in later life is a thought we all entertain. Gabrielle Lucille Forest 46 Bridgham Street Laugh if you are wise.” No such advice as the above quoted words fit in in the make-up of Gabie. Femi’s” inseparable for she is one of the cheeriest and loveliest girls of S. X. A., 1926. Her voice, so Annie Laurie like, charms us. and her sweet disposi tion gains for her constant and lovable friends. There is in her a recognized ability for many things What could better prove her dramatic trend than the role she plaved in our Jubilee Program, the Archangel Gabriel? She was superb. Page Sixteen The Xaviet Elizabeth Rose Gunning 8 West Park Street A Jay for toil, an hour for sport, Hut for a friend, life is too short. More than this cannot be said, for a “True friend is a joy forever.” and Betty always will be a joy to her friends. Never moody, always cheerful, humorous and most sympathetic. Adaptable, bur not too yielding. Ready at any time to risk all for the sake of friendship. In addition to these charms. Betty possesses unusual ability of intellect. S. X. A. will be even more proud of her some later day than she is today. Betty is our “Art Editor-in-Chief!” “The Xavier speaks her innate talent. Margaret Mary Hanaway 136 Dudley Street Knowledge in youth is wisdom in old age At last, dear reader, you have come to the girl you have been turning the pages to find. Mar garet is one of the youngest and most talented in our class. In all her lessons, ample proof of her marked ability and general fitness is evidenced. And as for her skill as a speaker, we will let those who saw and heard her in the role personated by her in the Jubilee Play” answer this. What school will be the happy possessor of our treasure next year? To that institution we now offer our congratulations. Lucy Margaret Hayes 9 Klnjr Avenue. Edgewood Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you. Lu’s winning smile, her gentle manners, and her willingness to help in all things in which S. X. A. is interested has won for her a place in the hearts of her teachers and classmates. Her favorite studies arc Typewriting and Shorthand. Whatever may be her future, she will always have the sincere love of her class. Biscilla Mary Kenney 285 Hro id Street. Valley Falls. R. I. Little acts before great ones. Here is our representative from Valley Falls, a cultured little lady. Her thoughtful and happy nature make her truly companionable. Fun and frolic have a goodly part in Biscilla’s everyday life, bur they do not affect her studies. May the future bring her a rich inheritance of knowledge and happiness. The Xavier Rita C. Larkin 208 Power Street Teach me half the gladness That thy brain must know. A pleasing type of school companion who has made a host of friends and admirers. Why not. with such attractions? Her hair is decidedly auburn and her twinkling blue eyes are so roguish that she possesses the happy faculty of spreading cheer even though clouds at times hover around. Close intimacy reveals her strong character, real humor, and adherence to duty. Her Latin vocabulary should be pamphleted. for she stands out as a strong exponent in classics, as you will conclude when you read “As Vergil Said.” Ida Martha Laurienzo 21 Denison Street A winning way. a pleasant smile. Yet thoughtful all the while. Studious, loyal, generous—such is our Ida. Spanish is a delight to her—perhaps for the same reason that she chose to write her editorial on Rome. The Law' of association. you know! Her “air castles. we feel certain, will one day materialize. Grace Loretta Lee 500 Smith field Avenue, Pawtucket “The voice which we do more esteem Than music in its sweetest key. The “Pawtucket” electrics knows not the precious burden it brings to us in its daily rounds. Grace is a dainty, graceful Miss of “some seventeen summers.” She is a very fine musician and a delightful songster. Our programmes have been beautifully finished by her charming voice, ever at our call. Her artistic touch gives finish to “The Xavier.” Mary Christian Loughran 292 Smith Street. KdRewood. R. I. A lady to her fingertips. Mary brings happiness and cheer on all sides. She is ahvays obliging in whatever is to be done, easy or otherwise. Her kindness and lovable manner have gained a deep niche in the hearts of her teachers and classmates. Her studies are carefully prepared and her reports bring her good marks. We are all sure that success awaits Mary in her future plans. Page Seventeen Fernande Teresa Massicot te 1536 Westminster Street OhI Blest with temper of unclouded ray Can make tomorrow cheerful as today” “Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour upon others without getting a few drops on yourself. This commodity is poured out plentifully by “Fernie.’’ for she. like a sunbeam, dispenses “Light and Song. She is “Pep in every motion and her presence always means a good time. In chemical “Lab. she is very much at home. provided there be no explosions. Her aim is a musical career. Mary Catherine McCarron 71 Sylvia Avenue. North Providence In my need. I find thee a precious friend. A burst of laughter! A suppressed giggle! You guessed correctly. It’s Catherine up to some new mischief. Her readiness to help and her cheery disposition have made for her a host of friends. She is a good student. Her plans for the future are uncertain. but the past is a sure indication of the success that usually follows plucky efforts. Margaret Mary McCarthy 162 Lockwood Street Sweet promptings unto kindest deeds. Are in her very look.” Margaret is a true and loyal friend. She is an accomplished musician, as all know by the talent she displays while presiding at the piano during singing period. She is also an artist of marked ability. During her four years at S. X. A. she has proved herself a loyal, courteous classmate. reverenced, loved, honored by all. Her spirit leaves a fragrant memory. Mary Alice McCaughey 41 Harvard Avenue “With a mind intent on a glorious deed. Mary is recognized as a loyal and helpful friend. Her “whys and “don't you thinks have lent color and interest to every class of which she is a member. Those teasing questions and suggestions astonish and amuse us. while they prove what a deep thinker she is. Serious-minded as we find her. she never fails to contribute to all our fun and frolic. Mary is sure to be appreciated and to reach the height of success in whatever business she undertakes. Marguerite Madeline McCusker 8 Havens wood Avenue A damsel whose presence bringi sunshine.” What would typewriting, what would stenography, what would El Capitan Veneno be without our Marguerite? Her jolly, lovable. and studious ways have endeared her to all her classmate We are confident that success will attend her in whatever she undertakes. Marguerite Angela McElroy 206 Smith Street “A faithful and true friend is a living treasure.” Angela’s kind disposition is i magnet which has drawn to her the affection of her classmates. Her unselfishness is shown in her constant readiness to lend a help ing hand. French and Spanish must be delightful to her if we may judge by the ease with which she handles them. Whatever walk in life she chooses will be enriched by her. Mayetta Ruth McGarrity 8 Pearl Street. Pawtucket. R. I. “Virtue is to herself the best reward.” Mayetta is a fine class ally, ever generous and ready to enter into any undertaking, social or serious Translation is her favorite task, especially the Spanish, but this does not prevent her from giving due time to other studies, in all of which she reaches good marks She came to us from the H. F. High School. New Bedford, and we soon learned to sympathize with its loss. She has our best wishes for her college career. Mary Beatrice McGowan 3 Younjr Avenue A true friend is a gift from God.” Mary came to us from St. Pat rick’s, a timid little miss, but she soon got over her shyness, for she is one of the merriest girls of our class. Sympathy and good nature are always to be found in Man As for her intellectual ability, one has but to glance at the record which her reports display. Chem istry. however, seems to be her favorite study. Who knows but some day she will be among the chemists of Rhode Island? What ever Mary undertakes, her classmates wish her success and happi ness. Page Eighteen The Xavier Mary Adelaide McKone 280 Main Street. East Greenwich ' ‘ Self - reverence, self - k no iviedge, self-control. These three alone lead life to sov-ereign power. Mary is always seen before she is heard, a true mark of gentility, we are told. And we all agree that she is gentle, genial, kind, an example to her class: never does she miss an opportunity of helping in school interests. Her record is high in her studies, especially stenography. We know that the door of success is open wide for her. for loyalty and good will must meet recognition. Helen Mary McMichael 75 Rankin Avenue Peace sits enthroned on her brow. A genial, kind, and sympathetic classmate we found in the advent of Helen. Woonsocket High School dismissed her with an enviable record which S. X. A. was quick to recognize. We have admired and respected her for her even disposition never perturbed by any outward sign. Her scholarship is of a high type: especially is she strong in mathematics and languages. Helen Josephine McPartland 10 Pierce Street. East Greenwich A Friend. Sincere and True.” Helen has been of true worth to the class. Where could be found a more earnest, industrious student? She is one of the lights of the English Class, and also excels in her commercial studies. Unusual efforts mark all that she does. We expect great things from Helen, for her intelligence is of a high order. Catherine Carroll Murphy 21 Lewis Street “A true friend is a gift from God An artist of future promise is Catherine. Her sketches are clever and adorn our Xavier. She is of a very amiable and reserved disposition. and you have to get quite close to her to appreciate her sterling worth both in studious pursuits and in fun and frolic. May she fare well. Marie Janice O'Connor 29 East George Street 'Practice makes Perfect. Marie! What memories will come to us in later years when we hear that name! One look at those blue eyes and curly hair a la mode will wake us up to the happy days spent in S. X. A. Marie is full of fun and mischief. Spanish is her forte, as rumor has it. Marie’s studious habits are at all times an incentive for us. while her love for Music and Song is phenomenal. Marion Elizabeth O’Connor 4 Amy Street Kind hearts are more than coronets. To see Marion without a smile would certainly alarm us. Frequently. stage whisperings are heard in the direction of Marion, who often has to bear the brunt of the reproof, and she bears it. On these occasions, we stand in admiration of her honest and amiable traits. 1926 is her debtor with compound interest, for her ready wit that many times has saved the day for us. Marion can make and take jokes, a splendid combination, we think. The sunshine of bright days be with her! Mary Elizabeth O’Neill 123 Pine Street. Pawtucket Kindness adds sweetness to everything. Though she leads in fun and frolic, there is to be seen Mae's intellectual side which stands out in every study, particularly Spanish. in which, in her own words. I delight. Mary intends to become a teacher. We all join in wishing her every success at the R. I. C. E. Martina Frances Power 246 Norwood Avenue. Edge wood All who joy would win must share it. Happiness was born a twin. Martina is a very courteous girl and possessed of all the lovable qualities that make up loveliness. She comes from Edge wood, that picturesque corner on the border of R. I. This may account for her poetic sentiment. Martina loves her violin, and entrances us in her artistic use of it. Our socials would be dull without her. The Xavier Page Nineteen Helen Madeline Powers 64 Spring Street. E. Greenwich. K. I. “Of manners gentle, of affections mild. ’ Helen brings a store of cheerfulness and knowledge with her every day from Hast Greenwich. in Helen's dialect, the Big City. El Capitan holds no terrors for her. and her fluency in F:rench is the class marvel. When her ship sails up the Narragansctt, the cargo will be the kindness that she has shown at S. X. A. redoubled for her ministrations to patients at her prospective Hospital when Helen dons her second cap and gown. May Belle Salisbury 184 Grand Avenue. Edge wood “A beautiful smile is to life what a sunbeam ts to the landscape. Maybelle is one of our Nightingales. After graduation, she will go to live in Cleveland. Ohio, where she will continue her voice culture at the Conservatory. We know she will make many new friends, but we hope she will not forget her old pals at S. X. A., for they will ever hold her enshrined in their hearts. Elizabeth Marie Smith 14 Whiting Street “In every gesture dignity and love ’ Dignity is a strong characteristic in our President, combined with deliberateness and self-possession. Elizabeth has been an inspiring leader. Nothing is too little or too great for her to undertake. She is eager to assist and is ever helpful. High aim is her objective. She is a real student, a paragon, who takes sheer delight in scholarly pursuits. The future holds her secret, but we know that it means something that the past has insured for her constant On to Duty. Mary Elizabeth Thalmann Gt Keene Street “Like perfect music unto noble words ’ A winsome maiden in our class. Has smiles of cheer for all who pass; She's earnest, kind, lovable, true— And just what one needs: a friend constant, true blue. Her praises, so meet, we are ready to sound.— We know time will bring her the best to be found. Louise Virginia Waters G9 Plain Street “Still waters run deep 9 This piquant Miss is our Vice-President. and one of the jolly girls of our class. But her fun does not detract from her studies. Her favorite is English, in which she has ever been a leader. Her courage. initiative, and generosity in all S. X. A. activities prophesy a brilliant future for Louise at R. I C. E. If our best wishes can in sure her success, then is she well on her way. Dorothy Marie Watt 28 Myrtle Street. Pawtucket. R 1 “A faithful and true friend is a living treasure, inestimable in possession. Here is a maiden, lovely and true. A . kindness she’s always ready to do. Yes. since she came to S. X. A. She’s stolen every heart away. Like a sunbeam, she doth bear. Joy and gladness everywhere. Not the sayings of the sages. Nor the wisdom of the ages, Wilt thou find within these pages. Reader dear. Only dreams of castles, graces, Just an album full of faces, And the dear familiar places, We revere. Helen M. McMichael Page Twenty (£las� yatrntt he Xavier RIMES AND CHIMES Be, little volume, our message to everyone, Tell what we know and what we have done; Of our joy and our elation; Be the broadcasting station. And prove that our victory is very well won. Carry our love and our thanks to the faculty. Thank them for helping us, showing their charity: Speak of our reverence. For their benevolence. Tell them we're leaving today our fond loyalty. Yes. 54 hearts we are leaving to-day: Assure them we give them, forever and aye: Announce our departure, but tell them we capture The luminous banner of Old S. X. A. Margaret M. Hanaway The Xavier Page Twenty-one HAIL TO THE KING! The Vicar of Our Lord Divine Proclaims: “Through all lands ring— Our Holy Church shall henceforth keep The feast of Christ, the King!” A King! But where His Kingdom find? Where shall we seek His throne? Here in this great America. Or in some land unknown? Shall crown or precious jewels rare. Encircle this King's brow? And shall these lustrous, sparkling gems His Royalty endow? Ah. not upon a jeweled throne. Nor robed in royal red. Shall we this King of Glory find— But where His Blood was shed. His Kingdom is the Hearts of Men: His crown, a wreath of thorns: His palace, 'tis the Holy Rood, Whereon our sins He mourns. O Christ, Our King Immortal, Hail! All Hail. Our King Divine, Eternal King of Glory, Reign! Our love, henceforth, is Thine. Mary A. McCaughey SAINT CECILIA Long, long ago in ancient Rome, Dear Saint Cecilia dwelt: The music of her low, sweet voice, Showed clear the love she felt. Although her parents pagan were, A Christian she became: Her talents to her God she gave, To praise His Holy Name. Page Twenty-two The Xavier The organ's mighty keys she plied, In carols, hymns, and song; The swelling notes vibrate on waves. In cadences along. In blooming youth this maiden died, A twice-crowned virgin fair; A martyr, for the faith she prized. Ah, love like hers was rare. Oh, patroness of heavenly song! Oh, saint of strength divine: Please scatter blessing on my soul, As Angels did on thine. Kathleen T. Connor MY NOOK Hemmed in with storied pictures. My nook and Eden seems; With colors rich and blended. The happiest, heavenliest dreams. And often my poor spirit, A-tired of work and play, Betakes itself to this fair spot. To pause awhile, and pray. For, resting in my bower So tranquil and so calm, It seems a part of heaven. So soothing is its balm. This blest nook is the Altar, Where Christ deigns e’er to stay. Bestowing choicest favors. And never answering “nay.” Margaret M. Hanaway TO ALMA MATER Sweeter than larks twitt'ring from skies of west, Where the sun lingers in glory blest, Sweeter than flush of morning light, Scattering darkness of the night. Sweeter than all these things she is to me— Alma Mater! The Xavier Page Twenty-three Dearer than mercy, courage, kindness, mirth, These virtues measureless on earth: Dearer than life whose thread we all must spin, Or memory, with past and present thoughts akin, Dearer than all these things she is to me— Alma Mater! Nobler than hero, bravely facing gun, Fighting the foe from dawn to setting sun: Nobler than friends who hold their life at nought. Where honor of the other must be fought: Nobler than all these things, she is to me, Alma Mater! Ida M. Laurienzo TO MY CLASSMATE Do I love Thee? Ask the sea If it loves its life so free, Where the waves in freedom prance. And the moonbeams gently dance. As it answers yes, or no, Classmate, take my answer so. Do I love Thee? Ask the child, With her manner sweet and mild, If she loves her doll so sweet. Laughing eyes, and walking feet. As she answers yes, or no. Classmate, take my answer so. Anna V. Bolger SEASONS OF THE YEAR Budding blossoms fall in showers, Crocuses and tiny flowers: Tulips, roses, lilies pure, And the heaven s lovely azure, Chirping robins' notes of cheer, All announce that Spring is here. God is good. Page Tiventy-four The Xavier Gleeful groups of girls and boys Rev'ling in vacation joys: Swimming, sailing o’er the lakes. Planning pranks that youth awakes; Other sportive frolics mark— Can it be we hear the lark? God is good. Crimson, russet, golden leaves, Falling from the mighty trees. Cover earth’s bright carpet green;— Bands of children, too, are seen, Bright and happy, great and small, Welcoming this day in Fall. God is good. Gleaming mounds of fleecy snow Bring to boys and girls, we know, Many mirthful, harmless thrills Skimming o'er the icy rills: Where Mistletoe and holly crown Winter King of great renown. God is good. Mary E. Conley WHAT MAY WE TAKE FROM OUR CONVENT DAYS? What may we take, dear classmates true. From our Convent days in white and blue? Said one, Oh take the peaceful thoughts That visits to our Chapel brought; The loving care of Sisters blessed That we for four years have possessed. Or. why not take Our Lady’s shrine That round our hearts it may entwine? Twill strengthen us our course to run. That all temptations we may shun: And always girlhood friendships true. In every heart we may renew. With golden rules and lessons taught, With virtues holy Sisters wrought: We’ll take a thousand memories sweet Of school days spent at Mercy’s feet. Dorothy M. Almon Page Ticenty-five The Xavier MOTHER AND FATHER M is for Mother, our angel on earth. O that she's ours since day of our birth. T for the trouble she’s had through the years, H for her heart,—full of love but no fears. E for her eyes, oh, so tender and sweet. R that she’s ready to help, not retreat. Put them together, they'll spell the word Mother,— Like it, on earth, there is never another. F is for Father, God’s best gift to me, A his affection, shared nobly with me, T for his toiling, yes, daily for me, H for the heart that beats gladly for me, E for the energy love spends for me. R is for right, naught else could he be. Put them together and Father they spell; Put Father with Mother, our love none can tell! Ruth A. Artesani ALMA MATER Who taught us to be strong and true. To see the good in virtue’s hue. And seek for higher things anew? Alma Mater! Who showed the best in e’en worst things. To prove the joy forbearance brings? Who taught the joy that glad heart sings? Alma Mater! When we are gone, and others here To take our place, our places dear, Will they, like us, sound love notes clear, Alma Mater? Ah. yes! that theme shall never end. In accents loud, it will ascend. For hearts towards thee will ever tend. Alma Mater! Grace L. Lee Page Twent y-six The Xavier A RETROSPECTIVE GLANCE These dear old halls no more I'll walk, Nor these loved faces see; But always in my heart they’ll live In cherished memory. And now the Master calls us on— But ere we haste away. One little word of grateful praise To our dear Nuns we’ll say. The hour has come: we stand alone. Life’s burden we must bear; Each day there’ll be a little thought. Each day a little prayer, That from Our Lord’s abundant store Of mercies and of love. He’ll shower on St. Xavier's School His choicest from above. Margaret A. Fogarty MEMORIES There is the dearest picture concealed within my heart, Secure in memory’s casket. Oh! More than treasured art! I’ll keep it ever fragrant. I’ll think of it always— It mirrors dear St. Xavier’s—it mirrors happy days. Youth leaves me now—seems life assumes new cares: They fade before a vision of schoolrooms, desks and chairs Our old torn books are strewn about, and older friends are there, Oh. Memory of St. Xavier's, those days of youthful prayers! Old age creeps on—and friends decrease—perhaps: I’ve stored away my treasure—let the hard cold years elapse.— It shows beloved sisters—my counselors of old. The dear familiar habits in memories of gold. The fine perspective’s blue with haze, as death draws near to me: Still Mary’s Shrine in dear Room I most plainly can I see! Thus through the veil like mist, and through the shadows gray— ’Tis with me e’en to Heaven’s gate, my love for S. X. A. Eunice M. Agnew The Xavier Page Twenty-seven A PROMISE When from you we’ve gone away. And our thoughts all widely stray. They will wander back this way. S. X. A. We shall always think of you, Of your spirit, kind and true, Of the reverence to you due, S. X. A. We will prove our love to you, For we ll keep ourselves as true As your colors, white and blue, S. X. A. Grace L. Lee. LOVE’S TRIBUTE TO ALMA MATER Thou hast been the golden ray Brightening up my empty day: Thou hast been my shining star, Showing me the way afar, Alma Mater. Thou hast been the loving hand Which has joined me to your land: Thou hast been my faithful guide: Keep me always by your side, Alma Mater. Thou hast watched with tender care, Kept me from life’s evil snare: Shared my joys and calmed my sorrow. Pointed out the glad to-morrow, Alma Mater. Thou hast been a loving mother, I shall never find another: Thou hast all my love and prayers, All my hopes and tender cares. Alma Mater. Maybelle Salisbury Page Tiventy-eight The Xavier AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY I’m a strange piece of work; ever new, ever old. The wealth of my knowledge could never be told. The world's most prolific teacher am I, For my lessons are taught by experience dry. I've brought you into Elizabeth’s courts, Many times I've described Napoleon’s forts. With brave Washington I’ve acquainted you. With Betsy Ross and Lincoln, too. I’ve filled young hearts with glowing love For Martyrs, Saints, and their Lord above. I'll widen and deepen as years go by, My depths, like the sea's, will never dry; Until the end of time I'll flow, For I am History, you know. Margaret M. Casey WHAT MAY WE TAKE AWAY ? What may we take when we leave our school And careers begin to make? What may we take that will comfort us When our burdens seem too great? A kindly thought of the lessons taught By sisters dear and true: An earnest mind that will ne'er forget That right is the thing to do. A holy trust in the will of God. Firm faith, let come what may; A goodly share of true virtue rare We may take on our parting day. Biscilla M. Kenney SUCCESS One word at a time and the book is written: One step at a time and life's journey is done: And the golden ladder that reaches to Heaven, We mount by our Charities rung by rung. Dorothy M. Watt CARDINAL NEWMAN Adown the ages and forever, His works will end our widest quest. His spirit lead us. faltering never. Unto the highest and the best. The Xavier Helen M. McMichael Page Twenty-nine AS LOVE SEES The Masterpiece of God’s Creation—Our Parents! How tender in affection! How lavish in bounty! In our grief and sorrow, how consoling, how comforting! In self-sacrifice, how noble, how admirable! In our weakness, how indulgent! In loving protection, how angelic! In understanding us. how intuitive, how God like! The perfection of God's handiwork—Our Parents! Margaret M. Feeley OUR THANK YOU For the publication and success of “The Xavier Our grateful thanks are due:— To our Parents, for their loving generosity: To our Teachers, for their incessant labors: To our Associate-Classes, for their loyal support: To our Advertisers, for their substantial assistance: To our Readers, for their kind indulgence: To all of these, without anyone of whom the Jubilee Volume of “The Xavier” could not have seen The light of day. we say—Thank You! Class of 26 Alice J. Burke MARCH 12. 1851 Three score and fifteen years have passed Since that eventful day: Thank God, we have the Sisters still At dear old S. X. A. Margaret M. Case y TO MOTHER McAULEY O Ireland, thou blessed land. Where holy feet have trod: You gave us much, but best of all. This Uncrowned Saint of God. Elizabeth M. Smith SAINT ALOYSIUS—SECOND CENTENARY The mirror of obedience. The flower of holy innocence: The model to our growing youth Of charity’s sweet reticence. Mary E. Conley Page Thirty The Xavier H X C5 ‘ Ci H i o 3 EDITORIAL STAFF Left to right: Margaret Mary Hanaway, Estelle Rose Bacon, Rita Catherine Larkin. Mary Veronica Bennett, Margaret Mary Casey, Margaret Mary McCarthy, Irene Louise Berger. Ida Martha Laurienzo. Elizabeth Marie Smith. t.M.AONCw 'Tis the Star-Spangled Banner! Oh, long may it wave O'er the land of the free. And the home of the brave! Page Thirty-two The Xavier A Visit to Ariel (One-Act Play) Personae: Margaret and Mary, two Seniors of '26. Time: Twelve Hours. Act I Scene I. Room 1 in St. Xavier’s Academy (Enter Margaret and Mary) Mary: “Now. the time of parting's near, Ah, ’tis so sad, my Margaret dear: But we a duty great must do. to tell the fate of each girl true.” Margaret: “Yes. Mary, 'tis a task indeed, but it will be so nice to read. For every girl and her loved friends will know the path towards which each tends.” Mary: Ah, yes. it will. But we must start and do this work ere we depart From our loved teachers, kind and dear, from classmates happy and sincere.” Margaret: In Shakespeare's play we read one day of how Macbeth was on his way. When witches three his future told, and even moved Macbeth so bold. Perchance the same three witches may aid us to tell in pleasing lay, The fortune of each classmate gay, our fifty-four from S. X. A.” Mary: “But would it be the nicest thing for witches our girls' fates to sing? Would not a fairy full of grace be a more fitting one to trace The future paths of each dear girl? Once from the ‘Tempest’s’ watery whirl. A spirit. Ariel his name, came forth: and great now is his fame. Let’s go to Ariel so fair, our duty great to him we ll bear.” Exeunt. The Xavier Page Thirty-three Scene II. Bright sunny island, full of magical charms. (Margaret and Mary arrive at the island) Time: Afternoon. Margaret: “O. Ariel, of beauty known, we’ve sailed across the moving foam To your bright isle, your help to ask: we have to do a ponderous task,— Must tell the future of our class, the deeds of each as years will pass.’’ Ariel: “I thank you both for your sweet praise, and love to have you here. For days, Yea, months and years, long years have passed since Prospero his last look cast Upon this mystic island here, adorned with charms that mortals fear. But let us to your task. Come down ’neath Nature’s wat’ry gown. And there, with my famed magic great, I’ll find for you each dear one’s fate.” Mary: ‘ Here is a list of names for you: it may this work help you to do. The girls here numb’ring fifty-four are from St. Xavier’s. Font of Lore.” Scene III. A Coral Cavern: Ariel, gazing into that which to us seems only space, relates very solemnly what he sees. Margaret and Mary listen eagerly. Ariel: “Ah. first I see the girls who will the worthy rank of teachers fill:— Rita Larkin. Margaret Feeley, Irene Farley, Madeline Fife, Dorothy Almon. Mary Bennett, Louise Waters, Angela McElroy, Ida Laurienzo, Mary McGowan, Catherine McCarron. The business world now shows to me ten girls from your Academy:— Ruth Artesani, Theresa Fitzpatrick. Estelle Bacon, Irene Berger, Lucy Hayes. Rose Barthell, Margaret Fogarty, Mary Clarke, Mary Evans, Marguerite Mc-Cusker. Next authors, poets, here I find, for 'round their heads are laurels twined:— Anna Bolger, Mayetta McGarrity, Margaret Casey, Margaret Hannaway, Alice Cox. And Cupid, too, has used his bow, as girls with darling children show:— Fernande Massicotte. Biscilla Kenny, Mary O’Neil. Irene Carmell. Ah, now I hear sweet vocal strains: they drop like gentle summer rains, That fall from God’s Celestial home, the beautous, wondrous azure dome:—Grace Lee. Maybelle Salisbury, Martina Power, Marie O’Connor. In gowns and caps so white, I see great helpers to the sick there’ll be:— Dorothy Watt, Helen Powers. Mary Thalman. No play makes Jack quite dull a boy: so here are girls to share their joy, The Xavier Page Thirty-four With all who come to see them play and sing in their dramatic way:— Mary Eagan, Eunice Agnew. Elizabeth Gunning, Mary McCaughey. Gabrielle Forest. The next I see will win much fame; an artist rare, we'll hail each name:— Marian O'Connor, Margaret McCarthy, Catherine Murphy, Mary Conley. And last, but, ah. the best of all. the happy ones who heard God’s call. Not only heard, but answered, too, their joy I can’t reveal to you:— Elizabeth Smith. Mary Loughran. Helen McPartland, Mary Ecdes, Helen Mc-Michael, Kathleen Connor. Mary McKone, Alice Burke. Now, girls, so dear. I've done your work, for ne'er a burden do I shirk. And now I bid thee fond farewell, for, lo, I hear the distant bell Which tells that day has gone to rest amidst the splendor of the west. From here back to the isle we'll go. so that from there your way you'll know.” Scene IV. Same as Scene II. The Island. (Ariel and Girls reach the Island) Time: Evening. Ariel: Farewell, dear girls, farewell to thee: but come again to visit me.” Mary: ‘‘We thank thee well, dear Ariel: quite sad are we to say farewell.” Ariel disappears. Margaret: And now. dear Mary, we have done: but look, the crimson western sun Says we must haste ere darkness falls. Our classmates wait in Xavier halls.” Mary: How glad I am our work is done! How aptly called is every one! We've nothing now to do but pray that each girl may happy stay, Until the final Roll-Call day.” Exeunt. Mary A. Eccles. O Juniors, dear, and did you hear The news of all the towns? Our Seniors fair are stepping out In College Caps and Gowns. No more on graduation day their laurel crowns they'll wear. For pure white caps will now replace the green that was so fair. Dorothy M. Watt The Xavier Page Thirty-Hoe Looking Backward September with its golden hue, Was shedding fragrance ever new. When to St. Xavier's portals came, A band of Freshies to proclaim Their willingness and might to learn Their studies new, however stern. We gazed with awe and sober mien On everything, we were so “green.” The grass itself was not more so, Which we tread softly, whispering low. With hearts that almost failed to beat. Lest they disturb the silence sweet. But soon our confidence was won By tender, loving, cheerful Nuns, Who led us through the massive door, That opes unto a wondrous store Of Algebra and History And Latin plucked from knowledge tree. Page Thirty-six The Xavier 'Twas thus our first short year flew past. The second slipped on just as fast; Apprentices they called us still, We strove to win with all our will. We never from our duties swerved, Until our two years' course was served. Geometry and Spanish, too. With complications very few. Quite willingly our tools became. And lead us to the road of fame. For Journeymen we were you see, Yes, very skilled mechanics we. At last the golden course is run, The longed for prize is really won: We used our tools so dexterously, That we are known professionally. How happy each and every one, That all work was adroitly done. True Artist! oh the very name Is evidence to prove our fame! Did we not reach the destined end And nobly imperfections fend? Were we not true in every way To teachers, friends, and S. X. A.? ‘Tis true we were: but in those years. We’ve had no worries, cares, nor fears. Twill be in grind of life's stern mill. That we must show our love, we will! Yes, everyone of fifty-four Cries— Loyalty” forevermore. Margaret M. Casey Louise V. Waters The Xavier Page Thirty-seven OUR LADY’S SHRINE When Spring brought to the smiling world. Her trees of tender green. I plucked her fairest blooms to deck The Shrine of Heaven’s Queen: Sweet violets at her feet I laid. Entwined with lilies fair. Above her head the lilacs played. It was a sight most rare. When Summer flung a wealth of flowers. O'er meadow, hill, and dale, I gathered lilies, snowy-fair. And rambler roses pale: The ferns about the rippling brook, I placed upon her shrine. And made for her a shady nook. Where bloomed a flowering vine. When Autumn all in russet: dressed. Came smiling through the land. When stores of red and golden fruit Shone bright on cither hand: I gathered brilliant dahlias sweet. The last of asters gay. To place before her loving feet. On her fair Natal day. When Winter in her veil of snow. Stole onward, cold and chill. When trees were leafless, brown, and bare. And winds swept o’er the hill: I wove a wreath of holly red. With pearly mistletoe. And Mary blessed those days, now dead. Glad days of long ago. Madeline K. Fife Page Thirty-eight The Xavier Stories HIS MASTERPIECE Austin Lee rested his brush on the end of his pellet. He had worked feverishly for over an hour, but as yet his enthusiasm did not wane. Austin paused while he gazed at the tintype which he was enlarging and copying in oils. He had spent his last cent, we might say, for although there were six dollars and eighty cents in the small tin Austin termed the money box, the rent was due and he was hungry; hungry,—and all it means to a lad of twenty-four. Austin had purchased the best canvas, finest of paints, some new brushes, but these were none too good for the face he was attempting to reproduce; for there, looking at him from the tintype, came that same sweet face, the calm and beautiful countenance of one he had loved, his mother. How could he hope to give what was due to the face of one who had spent her life working for his success? Since she went, five years before, life seemed to be one failure after another. His paintings, as a rule, did not sell; or if they did. for such a meagre sum, he could just barely “keep the wolf from the door.” Austin gave his best to his mother's portrait, as her memory alone was the most beautiful inspiration an artist could possess. The dingy room was now in almost complete darkness. Austin rose and raised the shade. The last rays of the setting sun lighted the portrait to new beauties. At this moment the door opened and in walked a peculiar looking man. “By Jove. boy. is this your work? he exclaimed, while gazing at the still moist canvas. Raymond knew and appreciated art. “Of course. Ray. Why. doesn't it suit your majesty?” “Suit me? Why, it's marvelous, glorious! I never realized you were such an artist, old man. But where’s your copy? Who's the original?” Austin produced the time-worn tintype. “It’s my mother, Ray, as I remember her.” N a dingy attic room, far above the busy street, sat a Sgj S destitute young artist painting almost desperately on the canvas before him. Bits of carpet tacked here f and there on the warped floor, small pieces of canvas, scraps of oil-cloth, half-used bottles of oil and tubes of paint, odd pieces of dilapidated furniture—the dust thick over all—this was the artist's apartment. X ) Or© The Xavier Page Thirty-nine “Ah, lad, I’ve an idea. You know, the International Art Exhibition is now on. To-morrow's the last night for entrance. Let me take the picture over and we ll learn what the critics think about it.’ “Why, Ray, you’re mad. The picture isn’t even finished.” “Well, fellow, go to it, and I’ll be over for it to-morrow afternoon. I won’t take ’no’ for an answer. Good day and good luck.” The door banged and the man was gone. The encouraging words of a friend having fired his ambitions, Austin worked with renewed fervor. All night he wielded his brushes. Gray dawn found him putting the finishing touches on his masterpiece. Ray came that afternoon as he had promised, and the precious portrait was on its way to the art gallery. Two weeks later found Austin and his beloved friend, Raymond, in the same tiny room. Both displayed great anxiety as they read the following: Mr. Austin: — We deem it a great honor to inform you that your portrait, entitled “Mother,” has won the recognition of the distinguished critics and judges. They have unanimously chosen it to be the greatest achievement of the year. To you is also awarded the prize of $1,000 and a four year scholarship at the Royal Art Academy of Paris.......... Austin dropped the letter and sank into the nearest chair, thunderstruck, dumbfounded. The surprise was too much for him. Ray jumped up and thrust his hand in Austin’s. “I knew it, I knew it, he cried. “Didn't I tell you it was a masterpiece?” “It was my Mother, cried Austin. “She promised that she would always be at hand to help me. God surely has created nothing so beautiful as a Mother!” Alice L. Cox THE LITTLE STRANGER For she was tired with the cares and worries of the schoolroom. “Probably my departure would cause just as much excitement as yours has,” she remarked whimsically to the sun, as she noted the silent uninterested appearance of the town in general. True, there was some life in it. Reilly’s dog was busily engaged chasing Smith’s cat. and occasionally calls could be heard from some impatient mother hurrying her boy to his already belated supper. In fact, Janet herself was late for supper, but tonight she didn’t mind. She needed the air more than food, but to keep peace between her and Mrs. Graham, the landlady, she thought it best to start for home. She turned towards the town, and a brisk five minute walk brought her IS HE sun slowly retreated towards the west away from the dusty half-awake town. Janet Howard would have gladly accompanied the sun and dropped over the horizon away from Mansfield and its inhabitants. Page Forty The Xavier to her boarding place. As she entered the dining room she sensed an unusual stir of excitement in the group gathered around the table. Mr. Hopkins must be highly distracted, for he had not yet taken his six o’clock cock-tail. Miss Ellen Simpkins was not gossiping as usual with old Mrs. Brady. Mrs. Graham seemed to be the only one not affected, and even she did not scold and grumble as she usually did when anyone was late for meals. So as Janet slipped quietly into her place, at once everyone turned to her. O, Miss Howard!--------” Have you heard--------?” Did they tell you------?” A regular volley of questions was hurled at her. Miss Simpkins, however, held the attention. O, Miss Howard, have you heard of your new pupil? A dear little boy, no doubt, when you get to know him, but so shy. Just like his father, though, of course, I don’t remember his father—I was so young then.” Miss Simpkins tried vainly to look the part and then went on enthusiastically, And such a perfectly romantic name, Roderick! You know the story, of course? How Old James McGuire disinherited his oldest son. William, when William married Alice Jones, Mrs. Graham’s sister, you know, and how when Old James McGuire died, it was found that through stock speculations he had left scarcely anything, only a good name, which Edward, his other son, still boasts of, in Mansfield. Now, Roderick, William’s son, has come back: his mother has just died and he is going to live here with Mrs. Graham. You'll have him in school. Probably he will be in the same class with his cousin. James.” Miss Simpkins ended somewhat breathlessly, but glanced around at her silent listeners triumphantly. Miss Simpkins gloried in telling news. And this was a piece of news that the little town of Mansfield was not in the habit of hearing. Janet made some half-hearted reply and went on with her supper. But her thoughts had returned to what she had tried to forget. School! And examinations to be made out. After supper she went directly to her room, so it was not until the next morning that Mrs. Graham brought to her the small, rather frail boy, Roderick McGuire. Miss Howard. I wonder if you would take Roderick to school with you? He’s my nephew and I want him to start school at once. He has his transfer cards and everything. I’m in hopes he’ll be in your class. Do you think he will ?” I don’t know. Mrs. Graham, until I examine his cards. But even if he isn't, I’m sure he will get along well.” Roderick glanced shyly at Janet as she gave him one of her jolly smiles. Come along with me and we ll see.” Janet did her best to be pleasant to the boy on the way to school, but he was very reserved and answered her questions with yes or no,” and volun- Thc Xavier Page Forty-one teered no advances or any information about himself. The newcomer, upon reaching the school house, was stared at by a group of curious boys and girls as he passed through the yard and entered the building. “I wonder who he is? He isn't very big,” observed one boy to another. I'll bet I could lick him.” “You probably can, if he’s anything like his father,” replied the other boy with a know-it-all air. “Why, what do you know about him. James?” The third James of his family, James McGuire was proud of his name and what he called his position in the world. He hated to acknowledge this frail boy as his cousin, but he considered it more dignified to tell his schoolfellows than to have them tell him. So, with a tone that forbade further questioning, he remarked, “He’s my cousin, that's all.” Janet, on looking over Roderick’s cards, placed him in the class with James. She wondered vaguely how Roderick would get along with his cousin. She did not have much time, however, to watch them at that time, for the quarterly exams were in progress, and they needed all her attention. A close observer would have noticed, nevertheless, that Roderick made few friends and that James did all in his power to make school unpleasant for the new-comer. James gave him no recognition, and most of the boys looked to James as a leader. And Roderick was too proud to seek James's friendship when it was withheld from him. But any boy would feel it if the games and frolics went on and he was just a casual onlooker, while he wanted very much to join them. Roderick, as Janet soon found out, was not over bright. He got along fairly well, but, though he studied harder, he could not compete with his cousin. James was quick to realize this. and. taking advantage of it. jeered and twitted and heaped insult after insult on Roderick. Roderick held himself well in hand, though at times his knuckles fairly ached to give James the sound thrash ing he deserved. But ever before his mind was his mother's horror of fighting and brawls, and he would turn away with a silent prayer to her who was praying for him before the Throne of God. Janet was not long observing the state of things in her little school, and she determined to seek further friendship with her new scholar. But Roderick was not easily found. She rarely saw him with the other boys, and once or twice she met him hurrying out of the town alone. She wondered and watched for her opportunity. It came, as opportunities usually do, unexpectedly. She was taking a walk after school one day. tired and somewhat discontented: for Mansfield was not a very exciting town, to say the least. A little distance from the center of the town she overtook Roderick. He was walking along, hands in his pockets, humming cheerfully to himself. “Good afternoon. Roderick,” Janet called as she neared him. Isn’t this a lovely day?” Page Forty-two The Xavier Roderick turned, tipped his hat smilingly and answered enthusiastically. It's simply beautiful. Miss Howard.” Why, Roderick, you sound really poetic,” Janet told him, surprised that a boy of twelve could appreciate what older people often miss. It was only a chance shot, but it struck home. The boy looked startled and as guilty as if he had stolen something, and Janet missed nothing in his actions and expressions. “You do like poetry, don’t you. Roderick? I do, too. I write it sometimes when I’m in the mood.” Roderick’s eyes sparkled and he forgot his embarrassment: forgot that Janet was his teacher: forgot everything only that she loved what he loved. It was a common bond between them, and before they had reached the town, Janet had won the friendship of the boy, and she valued it as a child's friendship should be valued. Friendship is not a thing to be forced upon every one we meet, but on a select few. Roderick was reserved and distant until he found Janet to be worthy of his friendship. It often happens that children are more careful of their friendship than older people,—giving it to a few and treasuring another's friendship highly. As they parted, Roderick, as a token of their friendship, gave Janet some of his poems, undoubtedly the treasure of his heart, to read and correct. I—I just wrote them in my spare time. Miss Howard. I just do it for myself. I like to. But I've been wishing all along to have someone else read them for me and tell me what’s wrong with them so I can fix them. And some day I’ll write some big poems and send them to a paper.” “O, Roderick. I’m so glad I came along. I'll read these tonight and tomorrow I’ll tell you how I like them.” Janet did read them that night, not once but many times. They were simple short verses about nature, birds, trees, and flowers: but every line, in every word was the mark of a poet. The meter and rhythm were not entirely correct, it is true, but the thoughts expressed there were more heavenly, more sublime, than Janet ever thought could be found in nature. But what touched Janet most deeply was a little four stanza poem entitled My Visit.” In it Roderick spoke of his visit to Jesus in the Most Adorable Sacrament of the Altar: of His never failing welcome, and most of all His ardent longing for the love of men. and His grief at their indifference to His love. Janet's face burned with shame and her eyes filled with tears. A strange tightening and throbbing of her heart made her feel as if even at that hour of the night she wanted to go to visit the Prisoner of Love” whom she had so long neglected. She knew she had been negligent regarding her duties as a Catholic, but she never realized so vividly that each unfulfilment of duty, each act of indifference, each fault, pierced anew the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and caused Him once more to say. For even my familiar friend, in whom I trusted, who did eat my Bread has lifted up his voice against Me.” A simple poem had done what sermons and advice had failed to do,— bring Janet Howard to her senses. The Xavier Page Forty-three Roderick never knew how much his little poem did for his Friend. He saw only the effects. He found another bond which united him to his teacher. They both possessed the same changeless Friend. And so Janet found the answer to her riddle—how Roderick could bear the treatment of his cousin without murmuring; how he found happiness even though he had no boy-chums. And suddenly Mansfield seemed to Janet no longer the dull, half-awake town, but because of its Divine Visitor, it offered her what she longed for most,—companionship and contentment. Helen J. McPartland A SURPRISE IN LACE An Episode prom Real Life showers of glistening drops about, as it turned in the rushing stream, certainly made a pretty picture. Hello, Mr. Barlow,” Eleanor cried as the aged miller appeared in the doorway. Mother sent me for some meal: you know, girls, Mr. Barlow's johnny-cake meal is quite famous.” she added, laughingly, to her companions. When Mr. Barlow had given her the meal, she begged the old man for a story: for she knew he had many of them in stock. Soon the girls were seated on dusty kegs, very much interested. They did not notice how quickly the storm clouds gathered, but Mr. Barlow did and he advised the girls to run up to his home, saying that Betsy and Martha would be glad to see them. Betsy and Martha were his sisters, who lived in the old house which certainly looked ready to fall apart at any moment. They seemed just as old and queer as their brother. They greeted the girls hospitably, for visitors at the Barlow farm were few and far between. Sometimes people from the nearby summer resort dropped in to see them out of mere curiosity, but of course this was only in the summer-time. There were no neighbors for miles about in the winter. They rarely left the homestead, and Miss Betsy confided to the girls That it was 'nigh twenty years since she and Marthy had been to town,” but she added proudly that Peter had been two years ago. But how do you get your supplies? questioned Marie, with a glance of incredulity at her companion. Well, we don't use much but what’s off the farm,” drawled Miss Martha. “And then one of 'Peter's customers delivers them when we need them. Eleanor had heard that Miss Martha did exquisite lace work, so she begged her to show it to them. Martha seemed quite pleased, and bade the girls follow her into the best room.” From an ancient chest she lifted armsfull of tissue wrapped filet pieces, all beautifully done, some of it yellowed with age. The X SN it picturesque, girls? said Eleanor as they came in sight of the old grist mill. And just think, it is over one hundred and fifty years old.” The moss-covered, weather-beaten mill with the wheel sending small Page Forty-four The Xavier girls uttered cries of surprise and delight, and Miss Martha blushed in embarrassment when they expressed a desire to buy some for their mothers. Two pieces especially attracted Eleanor when she noticed the perfectly formed Sacred Heart designed in one, and a cross above a cross in another. Why, Miss Barlow, where did you learn to do this?” exclaimed Eleanor as she held it up for the girls to examine. I learned that nearly sixty years ago in a convent, replied Martha, a far away look in her eyes. “Oh, are you Catholics? asked the girls. We used to be long ago,” explained Betsy, but when we got to living in these here backwoods, we were never able to get to church, and after a while we even forgot how to say our prayers. An awkward silence followed this confession, and Agnes remarked that they should be leaving for home, as the storm had cleared. Come again, called the sisters as the girls started down the damp path, and, please, if you have any old magazines you are finished with, will you bring us some?” The girls walked on for some time without speaking, and then Eleanor said quietly, “I wish we could bring those dear old souls back into the church. I am going to pray hard that we may.” St. Eleanor,” replied Agnes, “always trying to convert some one, or something like that.” But their lives seem so empty,” sighed Eleanor. Leave me out of it. I don’t feel like spending a perfectly good summer vacation as a missionary,” laughed Marie. No more was said on the subject. During the days that followed, Eleanor Doran was a frequent visitor at the Barlow home, often foregoing an afternoon’s pleasure with her friends. Her mother sent them delicacies, and, now and then, Eleanor slipped a Catholic magazine in among the books she brought them. She never approached the old ladies on the subject of religion, but she thought out plan after plan, and. finally, God sent her the right one. Mother asked me to invite you to go riding with us next Thursday afternoon, Miss Barlow, if you would like to go.” Do you mean Peter and all of us?” gasped Miss Betsy, as Martha hastened to tell the good news to Peter. “Peter and all of you,” repeated Eleanor, secretly hoping that the ride would be a success.” Promptly at two-thirty. Thursday afternoon, an attractive motor drew up before the door of the miller’s home. It did not have to wait long, for Mrs. Doran's guests had been ready and waiting since exactly quarter of one. Attired in their Sunday best.” they looked ancient and laughable, but Eleanor did not pretend to notice this as she assisted them into the car. After they had driven through the countryside for some time, and had The Xavier Page Forty-five been served delicious ices at a quaint tearoom, they stopped before a little white church. “We’re going to make a little visit,—perhaps you'd like to come in?” questioned Eleanor. Old Peter, bound to miss nothing, readily assented, and the others followed. After a few moments Eleanor whispered something to her mother, who, glancing up, saw tears falling down both old ladies’ withered cheeks, and Peter gazing around confusedly. “Accidentally,” Father Ryan met them on the way out. Eleanor introduced him to her friends, and they chatted pleasantly for some time under the trees. He promised to call on them during the following week, before they left for winter quarters. A peaceful silence prevailed all the way home. The little party was sincere in their thanks. Martha said she thought the nicest part of it was the visit to the church: it sort of awakened old memories. Thanks to the prayers of Eleanor, and the efforts of Father Ryan, the end of the summer found the Barlow family practising their faith again. A family who passed that way every Sunday promised to take them to Mass, and Mrs. Doran subscribed to a number of Catholic periodicals for them. Miss Martha presented Eleanor with the two pieces of lace, insisting that only for the lace exhibit she would still be a heathen.” “You really are a saint, Eleanor,” said the now admiring Agnes. “I wish I were more like you.” “We’ll tell all the girls and the Sisters when we go back to school,” said Marie. “Won’t we, Agnes?” O, please, girls,” began Eleanor, but she was too happy to go any further. Catherine C. Murphy Page Forty-six The Xavier Sept. 14. Sept. 16. Sept. 17. Sept. 18. Sept. 22. Sept. 23. Sept. 24. Sept. 25. Sept. 28. Sept. 29. Sept. 30. Oct. 1. Oct. 2. Oct. 5. Oct. 6. Oct. 8. Oct. 9. Oct. 14. Oct. 16. Oct. 19. Oct. 20. Oct. 22. Calendar Senior Year! Shall I awaken and find it a dream? Supplementary Reading! Pleasant Assignments. Progress in action. One week of bliss! “In haste to see and ready to be seen”—The Seniors. To-morrow's Pilgrimage. “What beautiful roses! 'Tis our Lady's Day. Mercy Day. New resolutions? “Uniforms must be ready for Thursday.” Interest increases in “Esther.” “Think of it. Girls, one month over.” What a picture! Everyone in her uniform and B-L-A-C-K Stockings! 'Tis a pity, 'tis true,—Torrid Day. We feel our dark blue—Uniforms. Physical Culture Period. Physical Torture. The “Outlet” enriched by our “Buster Browns.” Everyday brings its quota of lamentations. Visions of Oral Themes! Rev. Father Forest’s visit called up pleasant memories of our “Retreat.” Fine S-Election of officers. Judicious Class. Inauguration of officers. Lively discussion—Hallowe'en Preparations! Provisional Assignments for “Goodies.” The Xavier Page Forty-seven Oct. 23. Oct. 26. Oct. 27. Oct. 28. Oct. 30. Nov. 2. Nov. 3. Nov. 5. Nov. 6. Nov. 9. Nov. 10. Nov. 12. Nov. 13. Nov. 18. Nov. 20. Nov. 23. Nov. 25. Nov. 30. Dec. 2. Dec. 3-4. Dec. 7. Dec. 9. Dec. 10. Dec. 11. Dec. 14. Dec. 18. Jan. 4. Jan. 6. Jan. 8. Jan. 1 1. Jan. 13. Jan. 15. Jan. 18. Jan. 21. Jan. 27. Jan. 28. Feb. 2. Feb. 4-5 Feb. 8. Feb. 10. Feb. 12. Three apples would be two too many. Girls, think of it! Holidays so soon. Vergil would turn in his grave. Two days’ freedom! Teacher’s Institute. The marvel of the hour—Our Hallowe'en Party! Great excitement—Reports! Astronomy class looking for Orion. Bon Voyage” to Reverend Mother and Sister M. D. Interesting talk on Porto Rico conditions, by Rev. Father Lynch. We excel in Physical Culture! Who nearly choked from inhaling sulphur?” After the holiday! That unlucky thirteenth is not so for us. We have much appreciation of African Missions after the excellent discourse of Rev. Fr. Donohue. Activities begin. Tickets are ready! Who’ll play for Physical Culture! Paderewskis respond. Thanksgiving recess! What Joy! Can you believe it? Advent so near. Visions of pretty booths! No auction sale could rival A. B.’s bids on her ‘‘delectable’’ fudge and all the other etc.’s. Gloomy outside. Turn on the key. Back to work. Books closed. This is recitation. Weekly cleaning of desks (?). Planning for Christmas program. Christmas Vacation! Two weeks without our bi-weekly-wash-ing (Collars and Cuffs). Girls, right to work. We have much to do.” We would all be kings.” Our readiness to make our debut,” Miss Callahan's invitation to Alumnae Reception. Samuel Johnson suits our taste. We like his style. Girls, supplementary reading will come under Exams.” In Latin class, Don’t all answer together.” We want ‘quality’ not quantity’.” Exams begin! New term—New Ambition! Universal cry. “Who’s got her ‘Latin Prose’ done?” So many late to-day—Feast of the Purification. Snowbound! In grief(?). Stoop as you go through this world.” Great Blizzard—all hemmed in. Lincoln’s program. E. S. breathless. Page Forty-eight The Xavier Feb. 15. Feb. 17. Feb. 18. Feb. 25. Feb. 26. Mar. 2. Mar. 4. Mar. 5. Mar. 8. Mar. 9. Mar. 10. Mar. 11. Mar. 12. Mar. 15. Mar. 16. Mar. 17. Mar. 19. Mar. 22. Mar. 23. Mar. 25. Mar. 26. Mar. 30. Apr. 7. Apr. 9. Apr. 13. Apr. 15. Apr. 20. Apr. 22. Apr. 23. Shadows of the Jubilee! “I have my part in the play.” A suggested bonfire for our 'ponies.” While the cat’s away the mice do play.” Msgr. Barry-Doyle was appreciated by all. Orchestra practice in “Elks.” Angels we would be? -Rehearsal at 2 o’clock, sharp. Is my crown on straight?” Continued activities. Final preparations. A Perfect Day! Jubilee Programme was superb. Display in Infantry Hall! Unanimous vote on Caps and Gowns. Jubilee souvenirs from Reverend Mother. Photographer’s camera intact. Another theme, Good Vocabulary!!!” Latin test—Unexpectedly tipped the scales. French Verb Drill! 100%! Do you think we’ll forget? Order of the day— Ads from our Manager. A. Bolger. Dismissed for Easter holidays. School reopens. Editorial Staff photographed. Show our interest in the “Charm School.” A good side to Captain Veneno” although so gruff a man. Right Reverend Archbishop Dowling of St. Paul visits us. Talks to the Latin class. Excited over the finals for our Year Book. Printer takes and admires our etchings, etc. Calendar ended. Press is ready!!! Au Revoir. Mary E. Evans Mary C. Clarke The Xavier Page Forty-nine J 5. X A P H U N PMACTOOY 5. X A P h UN PHACTORY L.LAVL YOUR TROU6LE.5 ___HL££— PH0LL1L5 AS VERGIL SAID Semper honos nomenque tuum laudesque manebunt. Our Teachers. Hie ingentem comitum adfluxisse novorum invenio numerum. September. 1922, '23, ’24. '25. Panduntur portae. Alma Mater’s Fall Greeting. Vox faucibus haesit.” Reciting an Oral Theme. “Steterunt comae.” At the Hallowe'en Play. “Revocate animes, maestumque timoren mittite. Before o-p-e-n-i-n-g Reports. Aspirat primo fortuna labori.” Our Annual Sale. Qualis labor apes aestate nova per florea rura exercet. Sale Activities. Nunc, placida compostus pace quiescit. The much abused ’’Pony” at the end of its I -R-O- Iamque dies infanda aderat. Exams. Animus meminisse horret.” Thoughts of Test. Omnes conticuere.” We listened to Exam marks' ! Namque conspectu in medio territa constitit. On the stage at Elks. T.” Page Fifty T he Xavier Ferit aurea sidera clamor.” Jubilee Week!” “Turn vero tremefacta novus per pectora cunctis insinuat pavor. The assigned date for Themes. 'Qua? causa indigna serenos fcedavit vultus?” The photographer's Proofs. Qua? nunc animo sententia surgit?” At Class Meetings. Accingunt omnes operi.” Getting Ads.” Tu modo promissis maneas!” Our warning to All. Una defuit.” The late comer at 8:50!! “Etiam finis erat.” The 9:40 bell Rings. Turn victu revocant Vires.” Lunch Period. O dea. certe!” She who solves an original in Geometry. Quse te tarn laeta tulerunt sajcula?” Our daily Apostrophe to Vergil! Eloquar, an sileam?” Our Latin Teacher’s ? “Iuvat ire.” At 2 P. M. Equo ne credite.” Our Advice to the Juniors. Aliquis latet error.” Behind the posts in Room 1. Quern quaeritis, adsum.” Opportunity.'' Spes o fidissima!” June 1 6, '26. Rita C. Larkin THE CLASS OF '26 Say what you will, We’ve done our best! Though not for praise— ’Tis manifest. For four short years At S. X. A. All tasks we’ve done Well, day by day. The Xavier Page Fifty-one If books would talk. And desks agree, With all our zeal How wise you'd be! Our French, you’d find, Rich tales could tell; Of Cid” and “Esther,” Learned so well. And Grammar, too, Oh, if she would. Could tell you all We understood. See Hamlet’s ghost, Give ear to it. His plea's the same— “Well done, their bit!” The pony, too, Complains to all His absence from His little stall. Don't think we're proud, O reader dear! But we could be. This Diamond Year! From Espanol, You’ll hear again, For all our work Was muy bien.” Say what you will, We’ve done our best! To this, the fifty-four attest. Rita C. Larkin Rouse thee, O lazy ones! Rouse thee thy lids! Margaret, the next ten lines, read from the “Cid.” Fight off this drowsiness! Do what's been bid! Elizabeth Gunning GOOD-BYE We must leave all behind us, the friends that we knew, The Freshmen, the Juniors, the Sophomores, too; But to smile is our duty; we ll keep back the sigh As we leave all behind us in saying good-bye. Biscilla M. Kenney OUR NAVY BLUE GOWNS Oh, our sweet little navy blue gowns. With their collars and cuffs all so white. Not once did we give them our frowns. We wore them, and wore them. We'll always adore them, Our sweet little navy blue gowns. Helen M. Powers Page Fifty-two The Xavier A CLASS SECRET Now one day Sister caught her napping—Ruth’s the one I mean— And Sister said, “Wake up, young lady: you think you’re home, it seems.' I can’t wake up, Ruth answered, and answered very low. “Why can't you?” questioned Sister. “Cause I’m not asleep, you know. Anna V. Bolger GIFT TREE Four years we’ve spent together. And, now, though we must part. I’ll always keep my classmates Deep down within my heart. Just as a fond remembrance These gifts I now bestow: They’ll help us to be cheerful Should sorrows weigh us low. Eunice Agnew Book of Latin Prose To aid you in your Latin, in case you are in doubt, This little book of Latin prose, will surely help you out. Dorothy Almon Handsome Doll To a little girl so tiny and sweet, I give this pretty doll so neat. From your shingle top to your dainty shoe, it speaks, dear Dorothy, of you. Ruth Artesani Name-Card Your name sounds very musical, and you are just as sweet: This name-card will introduce you, dear, to everyone you meet. Estelle Bacon Tootsie Roll Because I’ve heard them call you Toots, and I can’t find the reason why, I give this tootsie roll to you, hoping for more you will not cry. Rose Barthell Bass Drum You are so very quiet dear, to me the gift you need is clear. So take away this big bass drum, that we may hear you when you come. Mary Bennett Tennis Racket I’m giving you this racket, dear, that daily you may play. Upon the tennis court, so queer, of dear old S. X. A. Irene Berger Huge Pencil Because you are commercially inclined. I give this huge pencil to you, Oh use it. abuse it, and yet you will find ’twill longer last than the usual kind. Anna Bolger Talking Machine This talking machine I give to you, now this is just in jest: But wind it up and let it go. 'twill give your tongue a rest. The Xavier Page Fifty-three Alice Burke Tea Set To Alice B., a dainty miss, as helpful as can be, I give this pretty china set to serve her friends at tea. Irene Carmell Test Tube You've led your class in chemistry, hence we present to thee, The surest proof of victory, a test tube, Irene, see! Margaret Casey Piece of Money An awful task is yours, collecting all our money; So here's a coin for you, to refuse it would be funny. Mary Clark Typewriter To Miss Mary Clark, the typewriter shark, the speediest ever seen. This little gift we now present, at typewriting she's a queen. Mary Conley High Stilts You are a very little girl, as tiny as can be. Just try these stilts and you will see, how tall you ought to be. Kathleen Connor Little Deer We all love Kathleen Connor, and now to make this clear, I give to her this little gift, ’tis but a tiny deer. ALICE Cox Feather Fan When you are going to a dance, as you very often do. Take along this little fan, 'twill be of use to you. Mary Eccles Chop Sticks Here’s a pair of chop-sticks. I hope you'll think they're nice. When you're far off in China, you'll need them for your rice. Mary Egan Nail Polish This polish. Mary, you will find, will be of use to you: For then your nails will be so bright, you’ll see clear through and through. MARY Evans Autograph To you I give my Autograph: in future days, oh, won't you laugh? For looking through it you will see. how very foolish we could be. Irene Farley Wooden Gavel To you I give this little gavel: Oh. no. Irene, don't frown; You'll need it some few years from now. as Mayor of Bristol Town. Margaret Feeley Book Mark When reading prose or dainty verse, and you are called away. Between the pages place this mark, 'til you return, 'twill stay. Madeline Fife Dish Mop Most girls hate washing dishes and I think you do, too, But try this mop and you will find 'twill do the work for you. Page Fifty-four The Xavier Theresa Fitzpatrick Kitten When far from your Martina and feeling rather sad, Just pet this little pussy cat and think of times you've had. Margaret Fogarty Time Table When you are in a far off land and for your dear ones grieve. This time table will tell you at what hour the train will leave. Gabrielle Forest Small Comb A little comb for bobbed hair we know will always please. Consider yourself lucky in getting one of these. Elizabeth Gunning Bottle of Slikum To make your stubborn locks stay put seems very hard to do. But if you use this Slikum. 'twill do the trick for you. Margaret Hanaway Curling Iron Your curls are very pretty, but their cost must be quite high: I'm giving you this curling iron—if used, the bills will die. Lucy Hayes Ukelele If you go canoeing when the moon shines bright. Take along this ukelele and sing with all your might. Biscilla Kenney Menu Card Biscilla, here's a bill of fare, to help you choose your food with care. For you have such an appetite 'twill help you choose your diet right. Rita Larkin Bar of Candy I know you're fond of eating and that candy is your choice. So here's a bar of Hershey’s make, to help you to rejoice. Grace Lee Toy Clown Your specialty is having fun. to you it’s quite an art: This little clown a help will be in acting out the part. Ida LAURIENZO Book of Knowledge When you have looked and found it not. please do not be discouraged: But try again, you’ll surely find it in this Book of Knowledge. Mary Loughran Shorthand Notebook Everyone needs practice in shorthand. I believe: So use this little pad and much you will achieve. Fernandf. MassiCOTTE Piano Here’s a piano for you. Fernande. I know you deserve a reward: For. when Grace stepped one side, you kept us supplied with music that all could applaud. Catherine McCaron Taxi Cab A taxi seems a gift worth while, so take it now from me. And Catherine, when you're tired just try it and you’ll see. The Xavier Page Fifty-five Margaret McCarthy Cook Book We give to you a cook book neat in which are all good things; Now you can cook both fish and meat, much happiness 'twill bring. Mary McCaughey Regina Hair Net I see you are letting your hair grow and find it's not easy to do, So to you I am giving Regina; she'll make the task lighter for you. Marguerite McCusker Radio Set Just tune in on this radio when you feel you want some fun. For you will hear the latest on this set that you have won. Angela McElroy Book of Verse Because you are poetic, I thought this book would be A source of inspiration, dear Angela, from me. Mary McGowan Adder If ever you are puzzled with sums that won’t come true. Just use this scholar's adder, 'twill be of help to you. Mary McKone Manicure Set It is very hard indeed to get an appropriate gift for you. But I hope this manicure will please you through and through. Helen McMichael Book of Poetry Books, books, everywhere, but then, why not, my dear? I’ll add another to your list to keep you in good cheer. HELEN McPartland Typewriting Book You’ve won so much fame in the typewriting art, That a book of this kind should be dear to your heart. Catherine Murphy School Slate To Catherine, our artist famed, I give this little slate. Her art she’ll now develop at most miraculous rate. Marie O'Connor Small Mirror A girl so very neat and trim, a mirror surely needs; And as she gazes she’ll behold a doer of kind deeds. Marion O’Connor Box of Paints To our artist, Marion, I give this box of paints, If used with moderation, we’ll hear of no complaints. Mary O’Neill Chrysler Roadster Here’s a Chrysler Roadster: come, let us take a spin; It surely will remind you of rides on which you've been. Helen Powers Milk Chocolate Here is some milk chocolate to help you to grow fat. But if you will not eat it, how can you hope for that? Page Fifty-six The Xavier Martina Power Violin Oh. you're our violinist gay, we always love to hear you play; Please give this violin a test, it's reckoned as the very best. Maybelle Salisbury Address Book When you are in grand opera, touring from town to town. This little book, dear Maybelle, will keep your friends' names down. Elizabeth Smith Banner To our dear president we give our banner white and blue: The white to tell how pure our love, the blue to tell how true. Mary THALMANN Nurse's Cap To you a nurse’s cap I give. I heard twas your ambition To offer comfort to the folks who are in poor condition. Dorothy Watt Powder Puff To powder the nose of a lady fair, I bought this puff so quaint and rare; Accept it Dorothy, I pray, and think of days at S. X. A. Louise Waters Alarm Clock This clock you’ll find quite useful, if you will mindful be, To wind it up each evening and handle carefully. Mayetta R. McGarrity WISHES To Our Teachers— All good wishes to our teachers so dear, to carry good works throughout a new year. To the Juniors— Here’s to the Juniors, the Seniors to be,— We hope you’ll be just as successful as we! To the Sophomores— Next come the Sophomores, so merry and gay. Success be yours, too: yes, this is our lay. To the Freshmen— To dear little Freshmen we send nothing less Than our very best wishes for future success. To Alma Mater— We have many good wishes and choice ones. too. But the fairest of all we give to you. Irene J. Carmel I The Xavier Page Fifty-seven WHAT A PITY I looked in upon the classroom, the faces were so sad, That I wondered what befell them, it must be something bad. So I went up to the first girl, and asked her soft and low, Please, what can be the matter? Oh, answer, don’t be slow.” She merely shook her head and wailed, what pity. oh. what woe! I went among them solemnly, just walked upon my toe. For. oh. their looks of sadness would have melted hearts of stone. And it seemed their hearts were breaking as I began to roam. So when the last girl I had reached, she told me with a groan, Alas, it’s our class meeting, there’s a motion to go home! Anna V. Bolgcr A SPRAY O’ HEATHER Uf a kiltie may pi’ in a word, Take ye these few o’ mine, N' pit thum doon amang th' rest. Fr’ th’ sake of Auld Lang Syne. Ah’ve known ye long as a’ th’ rest. Also ah claim ye mine, N’ tell ma grief at partin’, Frae th’ days of Auld Lang Syne. Th’ others bring ye roses red. Full mony gifts air thine: Ah'll bring a spray o’ heather. Fr’ the' days of Auld Lang Syne. Ma ways may take me far frae here. Ah may win emblems fine, But there’s emblems nane’ll take awa. Th' days of Auld Lang Syne. Grace L. Lee THE 1926 INSURANCE POLICIES t It occurred to me that the one thing this class needs to make sure of its future success, individually and collectively, is the proper insurance of each individual against the one thing which, in happening, could do most damage to her career. The first policy insures Mary Thalmann against ever losing her hearty laugh, which we know will cheer her patients in the future as it has cheered her classmates in the past. Page Fifty-eight The Xavier Marguerite McCusker is beneficiary in case she is arrested for “speeding'' on the typewriter. Madeline Fife's policy insures her against any sudden trouble between the United States and Spain, which would keep her from being America's greatest Spanish Correspondent. Our President. Elizabeth Smith, is insured against any mishap which would keep her from becoming the first Woman President of the United States. Irene Farley's policy is made out to remunerate her should the trains stop running between Bristol and Providence during Blizzards. Anna Bolger is beneficiary if there is ever a law against having Woman Reporters. Such a law would be the only thing that could prevent Anna from becoming our most famous Journalist. Margaret Casey, Mary Eccles. and Helen McMichael hold policies making them beneficiaries if they should ever fail in more than one out of every fifty questions asked by their teachers. Catherine McCarron is insured against ever “catching the joke” with the class. Margaret Feeley’s policy is made out to remunerate her if anything should happen to the smile which shows her famous dimple. Mary Evans, our class Secretary, is beneficiary in case she ever forgets to have her “Notes” ready. Marion O’Connor is insured against ever making a mistake in her pronunciation. Her ing’s are the only things that could keep her from being the greatest Woman Orator. Mary O'Neil, Mayetta McGarrity, and Grace Lee carry policies which will remunerate them if they catch colds by leaving Pawtucket when it rains. The Commercial Division is insured against those manufacturers of typewriting paper who think it necessary to make paper that will show all mistakes and erasures. The Classical Division has been protected from all Latin Publishing Companies who endeavor to make students walk instead of ride. The English Division has a policy which insures the girls against all injuries to their uniforms which occur in the Chemical Laboratory. Lucy M. Hayes The Xavier Page Fifty-nine Mary has a little lamkin. Jolly, happy, carefree. With it she is always talkin,’ For its name is—Betty G.! Mayetta shines in espanol, Six pondrous sheets she wrote upon it; If avoirdupois would gain the goal. Her weighty sheets would surely earn it. Elizabeth B. Gunning A SNAPSHOT OF '26 Thoughtful, kind, and sympathetic.— Loyal, true, and energetic. Always helping, always smiling, Never sad. nor yet beguiling. Neatest girls, and still the nicest: Wittiest, and yet the wisest. Earnest, apt, and diligent, Prompt, but never negligent. Never idle,—persevering. Earning marks,—to parents cheering. Ever blithe and fascinating. Just, and unprocrastinating, Punctual, and conscientious. Lovely, fair, and unpretentious— Class of ’26. TYPEWRITING Oh, which of us can quite forget Those first few months of clicking? Requirements were never met, Although we were not tricking. Alice L. Cox Oh. how our fingers used to ache When lesson time was over; The lesson that we used to take In days that were not clover. How many of us shed a tear And cried in desperation? How many soon began to fear It wasn’t our vocation? Page Sixty The Xavier ‘Don’t give it up,” our teacher said, But practice more and more.” And then her girls she onward led. Their courage to restore. Day after day we plodded on. Awaiting the glad hour When we might write a sheet whereon No errors there would flower. At last the looked for sheet appeared! How thankful everyone! For every girl had almost feared The task could not be done. To you who now our Year Book” read, To one and all we’ll say— “We love our typewriting, indeed,” For dear we had to pay. To Sister loved, our thanks are due For all that she has done; Far more than typewriting, the clue— ’Twas Perseverance Won! Irene L. Berger PARKING—24 HOURS Could you but ’Ford to spend a day. Just stay with us at Essex-A. Why, who’s this coming down the aisle? O' yes, Miss Mack Garrity; She’s trying to Dodge someone, I think, For she has on White hose, you see. Now here is Betty, Glad and gay; At myths, she is a Star say we; She tells of Ajax and Diana. And all the gods Overland and sea. The Xavier Page Sixty-one But Alice Cox, how sad she looks! “What Paige is it? Oh, where begin? Then something else perplexes her:— “Please tell, what Case is Reo in?” Just note this group of busy girls. Of Franklin reading, just for fun: A noble son of Chandler poor. But International praise he won. Such Vim you’ve seen in all our works. We tried in labors old and new; Like Lincoln we all persevered. To show to you what we could do. So now we hope ’twas far from Gray This day you spent at Essex-A. Rita C. Larkin Statistics of 1926 appointed two expert statisticians. Miss Dorothy Watt and Miss Irene Carmell, to enumerate the notable achievements of this sagacious group of students. The investigators have revealed to us most surprising knowledge—truly amazing and gratifying. Like real scientists, these two competent students dated their researches from our first days at S. X. A. But, strange to say, they found that in those Freshmen days.—wishes, hopes, ambitions, fears comprised the greater part of our school year. Accordingly, they have computated this interesting estimation:— • The largest dirigible in the world is the Los Angeles; yet if all the fantasies of our Freshman Year could be contained in one massive balloon, the nearest thing left to the Los Angeles would be a soap bubble. Following the Class in its career as Sophomores. Juniors, and Seniors, they have made many startling revelations. They have estimated that 9000 robins and 3000 sparrows chirping at their loudest would sound like the mere static of a crystal set compared to our typists at work. Miss Carmell also adds that if all the invisible ponies were brought into light, their array of battle line would rival The Charge of the Light Brigade.” Stay, that is not all. She tells us. too, that if all the pineapple tarts consumed at luncheon were piled one upon another in one single unit, their combined height would make the Eiffel Tower appear an inauspicious ant-hill. e HERE seems to be some doubt in the minds of certain individuals concerning the fact that the Class of 1926 is the greatest yet graduated from S. X. A. In order to remove this misapprehension we have Page Sixty-tivo The Xavier Still more wonders! The marvel that has cost us more physical energy than all others,—the art of laundering collars and cuffs! Hear the report! If all the water used in this process were collected into one immense cataract, it would make Niagara Falls seems a mere waterspout. To prove that '26 is the most intellectual group of students yet graduated from S. X. A., the investigators have calculated thus: If all the brain power employed in translating unintelligible shorthand marks could be united, it would be sufficient to sustain the study of archaeology in Greece and the interpretation of hieroglyphics in Egypt for the next five centuries. Furthermore, if the questions asked and inquiries made by ’26 were recorded in one huge volume, they would keep “Solomon, in all his giory,” consulting encyclopedias for all eternity. The oratorical ability displayed in their oral themes would have silenced Patrick Henry and Daniel Webster; and had Ethel Barrymore attended the Jubilee Play and witnessed the dramatic ability of the Class, she would have resigned at once. Alas, even the greatest have their faults, and so we must accept the next report in the light of human weakness. Miss Watt reveals: If all the powder used to hide shiny noses in four years were compounded into cannon balls, there would be enough ammunition to have supplied Napoleon's army, and enough left over to have won the Battle of Bunker Hill. Finally our expert investigators have calculated that the love and loyalty in which ’26 enfolds Alma Mater is so great that, were it rolled out into one immense sheet, it would be large enough to encompass the entire universe. Kind readers, we have reported the above undeniable statistics, not as boasters, but as lovers of truth. Should anyone, in your presence, express a doubt regarding the fact that ’26 is the greatest Class S. X. A. has ever graduated. then you have sufficient proof to win a glorious victory in a debate on the question. Alice L. Cox FAMOUS FIRST LINES INTERPRETED “It is many and many a year ago”............... Since we were Freshmen Poe Have you not heard the poets tell?”................ Of S. X. A. T. B. Aldrich Half a league, half a league” From 1st corridor to 4th Tennyson We have been friends together” .................. S. X. A. and Class of 26 Newton “I remember, I remember” Our four years at S. X. A. Hood How dear to my heart are the scenes of my childhood, Woodworth Broad and Claverick Streets Backward, turn backward. O time, in thy flight Laments in June Elizabeth Allen With fingers weary and worn” Our first lesson in typing Hood Helen J. McPartland The Xavier Ea$re Sixty-three Corrections” of 1926 jO many classes have left these ever memorable halls, and there are yet so many more to come, that we take it upon ourselves as a great humane act, to make the following corrections of the rules that our dear Teachers in blind acceptance of these so-called “Truths” have taught us. We have tested some of the so-called “Truths” of life. Behold the results! 1. A straight line is the shortest line between two points. One night while we were studying, we heard an unusual noise in the room directly above us. Remembering the theorem learned that day, we decided to put it to a practical test, and to go upstairs the shortest way. Naturally, we proceeded to bore an opening in the ceiling. But Mother commanded us to take the stairs. So what shall we do in the future, obey our mothers, or our teachers? 2. All bodies when raised in the air and left unsupported fall to the earth. This rule is true, but we want to correct a point concerning it. You remember that when the apple fell from the tree and hit Sir Isaac Newton, he jumped up and figured out the law of gravity, without a thought of his bruised head. Well, we tested this rule. We pushed all the dishes off the table to see if Mother would ejaculate the law of gravitation. But. Oh, we are still eating at the mantlepiece! 3. Do not believe in signs. Motoring along one day, we came to a railroad crossing. We saw the usual signs, Stop, Look and Listen,” and “Do not cross track when red light appears.” Remembering the instruction of our Christian Doctrine Teacher, we did not believe the signs, and proceeded to cross the tracks, met the train, and— Another rule shattered. But I see by your glances of surprise that we have opened to you a series of corrections that have never before occurred to you. As a result, we learn this practical suggestion—“There’s an exception to every rule.” Mary V. Bennett Elizabeth B. Gunning Page Sixty-four The Xavier Class Will Know All Men by These Presents: That we, the class of nineteen twenty-six of Saint Xavier's Academy, being of our usual sound mind and keen judgment, realizing that we are the last class which will ever be worthy enough to bestow worthwhile gifts, do by this document, make full payment for what we have taken from this school in any form of matter whatsoever, declaring and decreeing this to be our last will and testament. First: 1. 2. Second: 1. 2. Third: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. To our loving Sisters we bequeath: Our deep gratitude and ardent love. Our promise of the utmost effort in accomplishing the things that lie before us. To Aiwa Mater we bequeath: Our fidelity and loyalty through years to come. Our sincere thanks for her protection and inspirations during the past years. To the Class of ’27: The privilege of becoming Seniors, with the information that they can never hope to attain the heights reached by the class of '26. The fun of working out Spanish cross word puzzles. The privilege of showing their ability as dramatists, nay. as angels. The regret that they missed the Diamond Jubilee by one year. The honor of being the first class, after us, to graduate in caps and gowns. The responsibility of the sale. We are even generous enough to hope they will surpass the quota we obtained. But we fear ’twill be a hard task. All the money we have left in the treasury, provided they use it for the following purposes: a. A trip to Europe to study French and Spanish under the most favorable conditions. b. To establish an aquarium in the garden, filled with many monsters from the deep. This for the students who take biology. c. To provide the library with long reading tables, where the English students may find peace when writing themes. d. To establish a research society. This would provide a staff The Xavier Page Sixty-five of prophets to predict answers to all questions which might be asked by the faculty, e. To establish the lawn tennis court upon which we so fondly gazed from our “castle in the air.” FOURTH: To the Sophomores, ive bequeath 1. 2. 3. The privilege of becoming enrolled in Old Rose Ribbons. All the pleasant hours spent in Room Three. The privilege of dining in the hall. 4. The privilege of joining Mrs. O’Neil's physical culture class and of learning where the diaphragm really is. 5. The privilege of participating in the benefits of our donation to the Juniors. Fifth: 1. 2. To the Freshmen we bequeath: The wearing off of the green. The privilege of meeting Julius Caesar and all his friends and relatives, in Latin. 3. Our experiment books, to save them trouble. We know they never could do work like ours. 4. 5. T he pleasure of anticipating a trip to Europe. The happiness of making the annual Retreat for the first time. SIXTH: 1. To all the classes in general we bequeath: The information that an unusual number of intellectuals belonged to the class of ’26. 2. The bitter knowledge that we have used about every idea for our Year Book. 3. Success in all their efforts to make Year Books different from ours, but just as successful. We do hereby constitute and appoint the Class of '27 as executors of this Our Last Will and Testament. Signed, The SENIORS. Notary Publics—Grace Lee. Irene Carmell Page Sixty-six The Xavier Pa es from a Diary A well kept journal was found recently. The owner has not claimed it, and I am so glad. We shall have no trouble reporting our year's activities, so very carefully has the writer kept her journal. The events are dated and arranged in the order of happening, so all may hereby read of the activities, social and otherwise, of the class of ’26 during its Senior year at Saint Francis Xavier's Academy. September Our first ensemble of ’26 was our Chapel Pilgrimage, to Mercy Day honor our Blessed Mother under her beautiful title. ‘ Our Lady of Mercy,” by consecration, hymns, and blossoms fair. “Oh, would it were a better gift, To prove the love we bear.” October On October 30, the school hall, decorated with cornstalks, Hallowe'en witches, black cats, owls, etc., presented a weird scene. Costumes Party of all descriptions were displayed, some were quaint, some ridiculous, some indefinable. The program was presented, consisting of scenes from Hamlet, readings, dialogues, dancing, and vocal solos. Kathleen Connor won the prize for the prettiest costume, and Madeline Fife captured the second prize for the most ridiculous. November Reverend Mother Mary Matthew and Sister Mary De Reverend Mother Lourdes sailed from Boston on the Italian liner Leonardo Sails for Rome Da Vinci, November 5th, on a Holy Year Pilgrimage. Our Class presented Reverend Mother with a large bouquet of pink roses, as a “Bon Voyage” token from the Seniors. As a fond farewell. Reverend Mother graciously granted a holiday. During this month Reverend Father Lynch, a mis-Lecture—Missions sionary from the Phillipine Islands, visited the Academy. Rev. Father Lynch His aim was to enlist doctors and nurses for a period of time, and to obtain donations for procuring medicines and medical instruments. His appeal was forceful because of the many noble examples he related. The Xavier Page Sixty-seven December In December, Reverend Father O'Donahue, an Lecture—Missions Irish Missionary, lectured at the school. He told of Rev. Father O' Donahue the customs of the West African natives and made his story very impressive by the use of lantern slides. He impressed us with the great dearth of funds and the great amount the Missionaries need in order to reach their goal. The usual Christmas spirit pervaded the atmosphere several Christmas days before vacation was announced. On the 18th, the spirit manifested itself in special programs. Each class, in its own loving way, honored the Sweet Babe of Bethlehem. Joy, happiness, cheer prevailed. Yes, we love the Christmas Season! And why not, is it not the time of sweetest Love! Every girl did her best to create the true Christ-like spirit. January, 1926 We began our New Year by giving dear Reverend Welcome Home! Mother a glad welcome home. She kindly gave to us as a souvenir of her visit to Rome, a medal of His Holiness, blessed by himself; and she gave us, also, a most beautiful account of her audience with our Holy Father and of the many wonderful interests of Rome. Although this notice rightly belongs to the Alumnae section. Alumnae yet we cannot resist the temptation of stealing a little space to tell Dance of the good time the Seniors had at their Debut Dance. Miss Calla- han, the president of the Alumnae, very kindly invited us to attend. The orchestra was Shepard's Colonial, and although very peppy,” our girls had no trouble keeping step with the music. February In appreciation of the wonderful work done by our Americanism! Martyr President, the glorious Lincoln, we held our annual patriotic celebration; and to do the same for Washington, the Father of our Country, we enjoyed February 22 as a holiday. We had a bridge lamp on chances as a means of procuring Foreign our fund for the Foreign Missions. We think we did not Mission Fund do very badly, as we have three hundred dollars to give to Rev. Father Tally. The lamp was won by the brother of a Junior, Margaret Kelleher. This month we heard “The Call of the East.” a pathetic Lecture by story of the conditions in Athens and other Eastern cities and Right Rev. Mgr. countries. It was told by the World Famous War Chaplain. Barry-Doyle Right Reverend Monsignor Barry-Doyle. His gift of oratory portrayed the dire scenes of these unfortunate people so clearly that one imagined herself present at those dreadful occurrences. He is truly “The Children’s Crusader.” for in their behalf he has forsaken all that is dear to him. Page Sixty-eight The Xavier March The Jubilee celebration was indeed the biggest event in The Diamond our school lives. Our day was March eleventh. Our Rt. Rev. Jubilee! Bishop celebrated a Solemn High Mass at the Cathedral for the Sisters at nine o'clock. At eleven o’clock there was a program presented by the pupils of St. Xavier’s and Bay View in Elks' Auditorium. It was a wonderful day for us all. but especially for the Seniors, who presented the play, Alma Mater’s Triumph.” Another Academic feature of the Jubilee was the beautiful art exhibit in one of the schoolrooms by the Studio pupils. Shawls, scarfs, dresses, pictures, and china were exquisite. We all wished we might be artists! March 30 to April 7 This is as far as the Journal takes us. And it is just enough Easter for us. as our “Xavier must find its way to the printer this week. Vacation Arbor Day. May Day. Alumnae Day. Graduation Day—all these would make splendid reports. But the Xavier must let Mr. Day have his way. Mary V. Bennett Mary E. Conley The Xavier Page Sixty-nine Editorials LORD JESUS CHRIST. KING Our Holy Father. Pope Pius XI, in his Encyclical “Quas Primus” proclaims a new feast for the last Sunday of every October, The Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King. It is quite providential for us as Americans that His Holiness should institute the feast just this year when the Eucharistic Congress is being held in Chicago: for the Congress will give a beautiful opportunity to study closely the character of our Divine Lord, to implore Him to remedy the great evils that are keeping so many from His sweet rule, and to strengthen all to a full realization of the gift of faith. On the last Sunday of next October, the whole Catholic World will join in the beautiful Vesper hymn: “Thee. Lord of every age, we sing: Thee. Christ, we hail the nations' King: Subjects their all before Thee lay. In service of Thy gentle sway.” M. M. Me. OUR THE EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS Since 1881 when Blessed Peter Eymard. that ardent lover of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, inspired the event, the Eucharistic Congress has been an annual act of public homage to Our Eucharistic King. It has been held in many countries, but never until now in our own. America rejoices that all her sons and daughters are called to Chicago for the week of June twentieth to pay due honor to the God of our Altars. This, the twenty-eighth International Eucharistic Congress, will be, according to the Diocesan Circular issued by our Right Reverend Bishop, “the largest gathering of hierarchy, clergy, and laymen ever held in any country.” The circular continues, “It is expected that over one million visitors from the United States and Canada will be in attendance. Cardinals, bishops, and delegations of distinguished representatives from the various countries of the world will be present. The benefits to be derived, the magnitude and splendor of the scenes to be witnessed will make it a memorable event for all who participate.” We. who may not go, will pray fervently that all who can will avail themselves of our Bishop's Patronage and Leadership in this holy Crusade. E. M. S. The Diamond Jubilee The celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of our Alma Mater was the outstanding feature of this year's round of events. To commemorate the fact that Page Seventy The Xavier the Sisters of Mercy were the first Nuns to brave the severity of stony New England, the festivities were held. Five fearless Nuns, led by Mother Xavier Warde. in spite of all difficulties, perservered in their labors in God’s field. T hat is why we were able to observe the Diamond Jubilee! No pen, however facile, can equitably extol the heroism of those noble, pioneer Sisters of Mercy! Their successors, carefully following in their well-grounded principles, have, during the past seventy-five years, worked unceasingly for God's glory and for the salvation of souls. We. who are led by their guiding hand, are unquestionably their debtors. Untiring effort, self-sacrifice for God. and wholehearted unselfishness must inevitably reap a golden harvest. M. M. H. Seventy-five Years in the Passing” A feature of very great importance in the Jubilee celebration was the pub lication of the book, “Seventy-five Years in the Passing.” by a Sister of Mercy. It gives a concise history of the noble work carried on by the Sisters of Mercy in this diocese. Our own Bishop, Right Reverend William A. Hickey, wrote the Foreword, and in it he pays high tribute to the Sisters for their work in the Lord's Vineyard during seventy-five years. Now. in 1926. as we read this book, and note the progress of the Community. it is our fervent prayer and hope, that God will continue to shed His benediction on the Sisters' labors as He has during the Passing of these Seventy-five Years. R■ C. I.. 150th Anniversary of American Independence This year. 1926, marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of our Nation, for on July 4th. 1776. the Thirteen Original Colonies threw off Great Britain's chains and declared themselves the United States of America. With pride and joy, and not without some sorrow, do we now remember the glorious names and deeds of those stern, early years of American freedom: Washington. Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and all the others—each and every one an inspiration! The thought of being children of a country formed by such noble-hearted Patriots fills us with joy. We gaze upon them, and determining to carry on” their principles, we exclaim with that truly great American. Daniel Webster: Thank God that I, I also, am an American! E. R. B. Rhode Island Day, May Fourth Just in Passing. Not by Way of Boasting! On May 4th. 1776, two months before the other twelve colonies had declared themselves independent. Rhode Island omitted the King’s name from her public documents and declared herself a sovereign state. Hail to our State. First Home of Liberty! The Xavier Page Seventy-one Bryce, in The American Commonwealth.” says this of our beloved Rhode Island: This little Commonwealth, whose area is 1.085 square miles (less than that of Ayrshire or Antrim), is of all American states that which has furnished the most abundant analogies to the republics of antiquity and which best deserves to have its annals treated of by a philosophic historian.” M. M. C. Saint Francis of Assisi Seven centuries have passed since the death of Saint Francis of Assisi, and still he lives! Lives in the hearts of all Franciscans, lives in the hearts of all lovers of nature, lives in the hearts of all who live not for this world. Saint Francis, a youth of wealth and luxury, heard the divine call and nobly responded to it. Giving up home, parents, conveniences, he devoted himself to the spiritually and physically sick and poor. As will always happen when a leader acts from nobility of purpose, Saint Francis’s simple living and God-like charity attracted many followers. Pope Innocent III sanctioned his labors, and soon, from a little band of twelve, grew the thousands of Franciscans, who are a glory to our Church to-day. This year the whole Catholic World will honor the memory of Saint Francis, and. in so doing, the works of his spiritual children, the Franciscans. M. M. C. Cardinal Newman Among the many notable commemorations of 1926, none will be more lovingly observed than that of the 125th anniversary of the great Cardinal, the beloved John Henry Newman. As a poet, a preacher, an historian, a controversialist. a master of English prose, but above all as a priest—a man of God. Newman has a permanent place in all hearts. Dr. J. J. Reilly, of Ware, Massachusetts, in his recent scholarly tribute to the Cardinal in Newman as a Man of Letters.” concludes his volume with this paragraph: This generation owes Newman much. He has lessons for us beyond any of the prophets’ of his age. His is a living voice, and in the world of letters, of education, of culture, and of the noblest things of the spirit, it was always! raised for sweetness and light that reason and the will of God might prevail.” I. L. B. DESIRE CARDINAL MERCIER This seventy-four year old Prelate is mourned by the whole world, for his life was given for all mankind without exception. His courage was so marvelous that the NEW York Times says of him. “No one in this day has more fully and gloriously justified the praise which Julius Caesar gave the Belgians— Fortissimi Belgae—than Cardinal Mercier.” Cardinal Mercier first came to the front very conspicuously during the German invasion of Belgium. His patriotism and ardour effectually sustained Page Seventy-two The Xavier and strengthened his country in her time of need. Although he was called the Apostle of Peace, yet he did not believe in peace for peace's sake, but peace for justice’s sake. Besides the Apostle of Peace,” he has also been called the Twentieth Century Thomas Aquinas” and the “Hildebrandt of Belgium. He was the champion of the oppressed; his crozier served as a sacred shield and his shepherd's crook was the symbol of salvation to the distressed. On his tour of America, made for the purpose of thanking the people for their generous help given to the Belgians in their need, everyone was impressed by the quiet, unassuming manner of the great Cardinal. During his stay in Providence in September, 1919, he honored our school by a visit, which honor we owe to our Right Reverend Bishop and for which we are deeply grateful. We entirely agree with the sentiments expressed by one of the Cardinal’s biographers, who says: Like Savonarola and Francis of Assisi, Cardinal Mercier will be claimed by all Christians. Let us hope that there are great churchmen in the world who will take the torch from his falling hands and hold it high.” It will surely be difficult for any one to take the place of this truly great man—Prelate, Philosopher, Statesman. Soldier—Desire Cardinal Mercier. M. V. B. Reverend Mother's Visit to Rome For the first time in the history of the Providence Sisters of Mercy, the Mother Superior made a visit to Rome. On November 5, Reverend Mother Mary Matthew, accompanied by Sister Mary de Lourdes, whose father generously defrayed all expenses of the visit, sailed for the Holy City on the Italian Liner, Leonardo Da Vinci. As the travellers left Saint Xavier’s, we girls assembled in the garden, through which they must pass to the gate, and in hearty chorus of Bon Voyage” presented Reverend Mother with choice flowers, symbols of our love and our hope for her safe return. Despite the hardships of a severe sea and a four days’ delay, at last the Leonardo Da Vinci” reached Rome! Reverend Mother and Sister had a most profitable, interesting, and holy visit. They returned home the latter part of December. After our Christmas vacation. Reverend Mother visited the school and told us many inspiring incidents of her pilgrimage. We were truly entranced hearing of the many wonders of Rome and especially of the visit to our Holy Father. Reverend Mother filled us with a longing to see Saint Peter’s and its colossal magnificence. Saint John Lateran’s with its Sacred Table of the Last Supper, the tombs of the Seven Maccabees, Michael Angelo’s Moses, the Arch of Titus, the Coliseum, the Ruins of the Forum—but above all to kneel at the feet of our Holy Father, to experience the holy joy of offering our allegiance to Christ's Vicar on Earth. Who knows, but that, when twenty-five years hence, another Holy Year is proclaimed, we may be among the Pilgrims! I. M. L. The Xavier Page Seventy-three Our Class President’s Message What better, dear Classmates, could I suggest as a message than undying fidelity to our Class Motto— Non Nisi 1 e, Domine? The reward of labor, when it is done for a beloved, is just the joy of having pleased that loved one, is it not? If, like the Angelic Doctor, Saint Thomas Aquinas, we perform all our actions for love of God. then like this same great lover we shall look for no other reward but the possession of the loved one. God Himself. And, after all, this is sound human reason as well as high spirituality, for we read in the Imitation, “All passes save to love God.” Fidelity to “Non Nisi Te, Domine” wilt be the greatest proof of our gratitude to Alma Mater. E. M. S. Page Seventy-four The Xavier Alumnae Notes In the annals of the Alumnae Association, the record of the year 1926 will ever be a most worthy one. The usual fall and winter meetings were held on Mercy Day, September 24, and Saint Francis Xavier s Day. December 3. At the first. Reverend Brother Gilbert of Saint John’s School, Denver, Massachusetts, gave a very inspiring address on The Convent Graduate.” At the second. Reverend Father Murphy of Charlestown Prison delivered an enlightening discourse on Prison Life.” Jubilee Meeting The spring meeting, March 11, was one long to be remembered, the Diamond Jubilee Meeting of the Organization. Under the direction of the President. Miss Helen Callahan, By the Sea.” a cantata of rare beauty, was rendered by members of the Alumnae. Right Reverend Monsignor Blessing paid the Sisters of Mercy a glowing tribute in his masterly address for the occasion. Mrs. Margaret Donlon, who well deserves the title of “Our Alumnae Poet, recited Our Jubilee Bell Rings,” an original poem, every word of which spoke love, loyalty, and devotion. As a practical proof of all the protestations of the evening. Miss Helen Callahan, in the name of the Alumnae, presented to Reverend Mother a purse of $1500. The meeting closed with the blessing and congratulations of our Right Reverend Bishop. I. F. C. A. Before our Xavier” is released, another very notable event will have taken place in the Alumnae Circle. For months past Mrs. Robert F. Jones and her committees have been working untiringly for the success of the grand Convention to be held here in Providence on the occasion of the Rhode Island Catholic Alumnae Association, being federated with the I. F. C. A. Shortly after the establishment of the I. F. C. A., 1914. Saint Xavier’s Alumnae Association joined the organization as an affiliated branch: year by year the other Catholic High Schools of the State followed Saint Xavier’s example. Now the four Alumnae Associations are to be federated: that is. they will unite as one chapter in co-operation with the International Body, and Rhode Island will henceforth elect its own Governor and hold its own annual Convention, all proceedings, of course, subject to the I. F. C. A. To Mrs. Robert F. Jones, the present Governor, which position she has now filled for six years, Rhode Island Catholic The Xavier Page Seventy-five Alumnae Associations owe a great deal. Her inspiration, her zeal, her self-sacrifice, her plans, her love for Catholic Ideals, and her loyalty to Alma Mater have brought this event to its happy issue. Saint Xavier’s is proud to claim her. and greatly honored that the State is being federated under her able leadership. The Great Summons The Great Summons has recently called from our ranks one of our most brilliant minds. Miss Muriel Tierney of the class of ’19. Muriel leaves a beautiful memory of personality, ability, and nobility of character. We cannot but regret the deep loss we have sustained, and we realize fully what this loss must be to her dear parents and immediate family, to whom we offer sincere sympathy. The Xavier offers sincere sympathy to all Alumnae Members whose homes have been visited by the Angel of Death. Welcome Cordial greetings to the little newcomers, who have recently honored Alumnae homes by their appearance! Congratulations to their happy parents! Wedding Bells The Xavier peals its echo to the wedding bells which have rung since its last issue. Congratulations to those who have embarked and to those about to set sail! The Better Part The Xavier” congratulates the favored many who. during the past year heard and followed the Divine Whisper to choose the ‘‘better part.” Among the Sisters who entered St. Xavier’s Convent since our last issue of The Xavier seven left the ranks of the Alumnae. These were Evelyn Burke, Mary Conley, Catherine Murphy, Mary Fortin, Mary Golden. Mary Griffin, and Alice Brett. The Sisters Say May their good example be a stimulus to others who hear, but who do not heed the Divine Call! Appreciation The Alumnae Members have made us feel very close to them since they reached down to us some years ago in offering an annual prize for the best essay. This year we wrote on “The Value of a Good Vocabulary.” We wonder who will capture the gold disc? No matter, we of ’26 have all captured, at least, a lasting love and appreciation for our Big Sisters.” Eagerly we await the June Meeting, when they will name us not only their little sisters, but also their Sister Members. Margaret M. Feeley Page Seventy-six The Xavier Perfection was the bright goal to which the Foundress tended and hence we find her possessed of noble self-command, crucified in the flesh, meek, gentle, tender-hearted, merciful, sweet, prayerful, diligent, forgetful of injuries, together with that facility for performing acts of devotedness above and beyond the ordinary acts of good people.” —Tribute from John Henry Cardinal Newman Religious Teachers should labor as strenuously as if their greatest efforts were necessary to insure any degree of success, yet with an abiding consciousness that only God can fructify what His servants plant and water.” —Mother McAuley No one person ever did more for the cause of Education than did Mother McAuley. She seemed an educator by nature, born, not made, as was said of the poets of old.” —Memoir of Mother McAuley The Xavier Page Seventy-seven 1851 The Jubilee 1926 By far the greatest event of this year was the observance of Alma Mater’s Diamond Jubilee. The preparations for it were arduous, but we were well repaid, for the results far surpassed anything even remotely thought of, either by the girls or by the Sisters. We feel greatly honored, indeed, to have our Sisters’ Jubilee so beautifully recognized by our Right Reverend Bishop, the Priests, and the people of Rhode Island generally. Following was the program of events in the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of the Order of Mercy: Wednesday, March 10—Community Mass in each convent in the diocese for departed members of the Order. Thursday, March 11.—Pontifical Mass in Cathedral at 9 o’clock, celebrated by Right Reverend Bishop Hickey. Program in Elks’ Auditorium at 1 1 o’clock, presented by students of Saint Xavier’s and Bayview Academies. At 1 o’clock, reception and luncheon at St. Xavier’s Academy for Bishop and Clergy. Evening, 8 o'clock, alumnae reception. Friday, March 12.—Mass in Saint Xavier's chapel at 7 o’clock for benefactors of the Order. At 10 o’clock, program in Infantry Hall, presented by pupils of Mercy parochial schools. At 1 o'clock, reception and luncheon for Religious in Saint Xavier’s Academy. At the High Mass on Thursday morning, which the Bishop offered as a Spiritual gift to the Sisters, the vast Cathedral was thronged. To us girls, this was a very inspiring sight: to the Sisters a most appreciable one. During the Mass, Our Right Reverend Bishop gave a very beautiful tribute to the Order of Mercy, and to its beloved Foundress in particular. From the Cathedral the vast assembly repaired to Elks’ Auditorium to witness the program presented by the students of Bayview and St. Xavier’s, the two High Schools of the Order of Mercy in Providence. Nothing more finished, so say the observers, has ever been presented here. The Bayview girls gave a Cantata, depicting the life and work of Mother McAuley: our girls, Alma Mater's Triumph. Alma Mater seated on her throne received homage and congratulation from all the places to which she had sent her Sisters during seventy-five years, as well as from her homeland. These congratulations were presented by the angel of each city. Then four generations of Alumnae Members offered love, and fealty, and devotion. Following these, Columbia and Rhode Island congratulated Alma Mater and requested her to share with them the protection of their standards. Finally Holy Mother Church crowned and blessed her for her labors of seventy-five years in the Page Seventy-eight The Xavier passing. At the end of the play, the girls formed a tableau—a most finished piece of human art, the verdict! Some of the comments: Marvelous—exquisite—choice—thrilling—grand—heavenly! The program closed with Immaculata, a chorus of four hundred voices raised on high to the glory of our Lady of Mercy and of her Order in Providence. The second day's observance consisted of a grand exhibit of the grammar school pupils' work, and an elaborate program by the eighth grade children of the Mercy Schools. This, like the High School program of the previous day, was pronounced marvelous. A special feature of the Jubilee celebration was the Art Exhibit at the Academy. The beauty of the work of the studio pupils is really beyond telling. We have reported the Jubilee Alumnae Meeting in the Alumnae Notes. But we must say again here that it was a very unique part of the observance. Special congratulations to Miss Calahan, the President! Besides the spiritual gifts of Holy Mass, and prayers, and the loving tributes of congratulations, Reverend Mother also received substantial greetings in the form of checks, or of elaborate presents, from Our Beloved Bishop, Priests. Religious Communities, Alumnae Associations, Friends, Business Firms. Schools, in fact, from every section of Rhode Island, for all rejoiced with the Sisters in their joy of the Diamond Jubilee. The press, both secular and religious, was extremely kind and attentive before, during, and after the days of the Jubilee. America in its Note and Comment section for April 10 says:— “Coming to labor in the diocese of Providence. R. I., seventy-five years ago. the Sisters of Mercy found themselves in an atmosphere where bigotry and religious prejudice were perhaps more marked than in any quarter of the United States. The efforts of the ‘Know-nothings’ to dislodge the daughters of Mother McAuley from their convent home afford only one chapter in the experiences to which the valiant religious women were subjected. Nothing daunted, the intrepid pioneers persevered in the field to which they had been called, and the record which they established has become a worthy one. “While, as the Bishop of Providence remarks, the story of our Catholic sisterhoods ‘reads ever the same,’ it is a flattering commentary on the religious instincts of the faithful of his diocese that recognition of the Sisters’ works and worth is not wanting. In honoring the religious women who labor amongst them, the people of Rhode Island do honor to themselves.” Our diocesan organ, “The Providence Visitor,” contained the following editorial in its issue of March 12, 1926: The Diamond Jubilee The Bishop expressed the sentiments of the Catholic people of Rhode Island in the foreword to the new book published by the Sisters of Mercy. He wrote, Seventy-five years of devoted and unstinted effort in the service of God and His children stand unblemished upon the pages of the history of the Church The Xavier Page Seventy-nine in Rhode Island.” In his address at the Cathedral he voiced official recognition of these services, and reminded the non-Catholic as well as Catholic that even humanely speaking the visible presence of the Sisters in the community has stood as a protest and a bulwark against the infidelity and lessening morality of the age. It might be considered trite to say that the Catholic population of Rhode Island joined in the Bishop's tribute to the Sisters of Mercy on this, the occasion of their Diamond Jubilee. Yet there is something grand in the thought that there could not be found in the whole Diocese a single person who would consider any tribute too high to tender to these women who are so favored of God and beloved of Catholics. The goodness of the Sisters is assumed. It is indeed so evident and obvious that it is hardly noticed. Their story reads ever the same; always and everywhere,” said Bishop Hickey. “It is their readiness, nay. eagerness to undertake new works, to enter new portions of the Lord’s Vineyard to afford help, consolation, enlightenment to the stricken and ignorant, all for the glory of God and the salvation of souls.” There is little need of recording the splendid works of the Mercy Order in the Providence Diocese. The pioneer days of the Order are well known. The simple fact that from an establishment of five members in 1851 the Order has increased to two hundred and ninety is evidence that it grew as the Church has grown in Rhode Island. It has met the needs of the Diocese, increased in numbers and in material progress as the Church increased. During its career of seventy-five years it has steadily won for itself not only the loyalty but the love of all the faithful. The delightful and instructive exercises of the student body of St. Francis Xavier's Academy at Elks' Hall, and the historical review by eighth grade pupils at Infantry Hall in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee made a deep impression upon those who witnessed them. They possessed a charm all their own. and bore witness not only to the native talent of the students, but also to the refined and careful direction of the Sisters in charge of the program. What the future may bring to this great body of saintly women is in the hands of God. Some see troubled times ahead for civilization and for religion. In weaker and less stabilized countries than ours we behold the banishment of Sisters, the closing of schools and homes. Tyranny seeks first to harm the good and the weakest physically. And although the thought of our beloved country engaged in war against Sisters is abhorrent to American ideals, yet even in that event the Order of Mercy would bear testimony to God. The Visitor” joins with the Bishop, the Priests and the Faithful of the Diocese in grateful thanks to the Order of Mercy for its manifold services to the Church in Rhode Island. A NEW BOOK ‘‘Seventy-five Years in the Passing is a delightfully readable book for all of us who can remember back a bit. The sturdy figures that we knew in our childhood, the development of our schools and convents, the dedications and Page Eighty The Xavier big ceremonials which at the time made distinct impressions in our young minds are made to live again within its covers. The spirit of religion runs through and animates every page, so that the reader, though he were to gain no other benefit, will be well repaid for this glimpse into the soul of that splendid Religious Order, the Sisters of Mercy. But everyone will find this book a valuable addition to the library. As a history of the Sisters of Mercy in the Providence Diocese, it necessarily touches upon the main facts in the Church History of our State. The book is well written, and being published by the Providence “Visitor Press is necessarily a handsome volume. The Xavier Page Eighty-one Our Jubilee Bell Rings March 12, 1926 Like a benediction falling: Like a harp that richly sings; Like a hymn that comes at twilight: Hark! our Jubilee Bell Rings! A crown of years in jeweled setting Rests lightly on thee today: Resplendent it glows with work well done: Every kindly deed a ray. 'Twas the hand of time that fashioned it And set it gracefully there. Enriched with the gems beyond all price. Sacrifice, Service, and Prayer. ’Tis a queenly crown and becomes thee well, O thou Queen of Alma Maters! And proudly we pay our tribute of Love, Thy ever faithful daughters. We love every stone that rears thy walls In challenge proud to the sky! We love every spot that sheltered our days Which now in the dear past lie; We love every path that echoed the tread Of our daring feet of youth! We love every voice that taught us to know The beauty of Wisdom and Truth! We love every sound of the Chapel Bell That called us so oft to prayer! We love every flower in thy garden! Every tree and shrub that is there! We love thy name! thy honor is ours! Ours to protect and uphold! For next to the Banner of our fair land Comes thine, the white, the blue, the gold. Thus do we love thee! and pray that time Will but strengthen and broaden thy scope: That every hour be filled o’er flowing With unfaltering Faith and Hope; Page Eighty-two The Xavier May the years that are stretching on before Find new laurels strewing thy way; May the road be smooth and bright as the joy That fills every heart today. Like the breath of June time roses: Like the rush of angel wings; Are the memories that bless us When our Jubilee Bell Rings. Margaret J. Donlan. Alumna. Fourth President and First Governor of the Association An Appreciation This little paragraph contains a very big message, our sincere gratitude to all those who have, in any way. helped us to publish this number of “The Xavier.” We heartily thank our dear teachers, to whom we owe the success of our efforts: the undergraduates, whose enthusiatic support has encouraged us: our advertisers, without whose generosity our efforts would have been fruitless: and our readers who, we hope, will find as much pleasure in reading “The Xavier as we have experienced in publishing it. CLASS OF '26 The Xavier Page Eighty-three Farewell to Alma Can we not stay with thee, fair Alma Mater? Must we depart from thy tender embrace? Must we go forth from thy time-hallowed portal ? Must we the world and its dangers now face? Ah. why do we ask. and await thy sad answer? Go forth we must! '26 sounds our knell. But come with us. Mother, oh, make our hearts happy: Then parting were easy, a joyous farewell. You must come along. Mater, dearest and fairest: We cannot, we dare not, unless you come, too: For love has your heart and our own twined so closely That life blood will flow should the tendrils undo. Mary V. Bennnett ALMA MATERS RESPONSE Go forth, my children, heralds of my teaching: Go forth in faith, in hope, in love,—not fear. Though separated by deep seas or mountains. Let love be unto us a link sincere. The Sacred Hearts of Jesus and of Mary In time and Eternity be thine! This holy wish fond Alma Mater gives thee. Her love would have thee reach the Throne Divine. Elizabeth B. Gunning Mater Page Eighty-four The Xavier H X G c. Cj '■Q . ■ C i C T FEDERATION DAY TABLEAU IN ST. XAVIER S HALL May I, 1926 Our Lady of the Federation ............................................Miss E. Smith Angels of the Federation: Left: Misses E. Agnew Right: Misses G. Lee G. Forest I. Farley M. Egan D. Almon M. Casey M. Fecley M. McCaughey M. Evans FRESHMEN S. X. 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