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

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1 HE XAVIEK 17 MM MM MMMM MMH MARGARET HELENA TOWEY 58 Wealth Avenue Providence, R. I. Any afternoon after 2:30 one may see this rollicking Miss dashing madly (minus O’Sullivan’s) through the corridors of the old school, up the stairs, to the art studio. Why? Because she is one of the Rembrandt’s of our class and delights in spending her spare hours in an artistic atmosphere, and with the ‘‘master artist.” Any one who doubts “Peg’s” sense of humor needs but be present at any class, any day (for she gets at least one laugh out of every period). But wait—Margaret has a fault — (imagine printing faults) the blemish on her otherwise flawless character is that of missing the Academy Avenue car about one morning a week. On these mornings she bounces merrily into the class-room with a cheery “Good-morning Sister—my car was late” (not she—the car). CATHERINE FRANCES HANLEY 34 Zone Street Providence, R. I. Here she is, folks! surely you all know her. This is Catherine from Smith Hill, sometimes known as “Kay.” Catherine is a great favorite among us all. She has won for herself V a host of friends, and to us who know her as a friend, we have a true one. Catherine’s favorite study is shorthand. We all picture her in future days as somebody’s “stenog.” We know she will gain success wherever she goes. MARGARET ANNA NUGENT 2486 Pawtucket Ave. East Providence, R. I. “Peg, our representative of East Providence has graced our halls of learning for the past three years. Keenly alive to the joy of life, “Peg” adds much to the joy of being in S.X.A. Her wit and gaiety have been welcomed at those moments when the sorrows of time weighed upon us. We regret very much her departure, and the necessity to stay the development of a real friendship, but we assure her that the memory of her genial presence will always be with us. RUTH ELIZABETH DOLAN 734 Park Avenue Auburn, R. I. “Two cents, please, two cents!” What’s that I hear? Why it’s just the sweet voice of our Ruth “E,” the worthy collector of “Schoolmate” money. Ruth is one of the pleasantest girls in our class; always cheerful, always happy; responsive and loyal to all her classmates. She is a “star” at typing and phonography and a punctual representative from the important town of Auburn. These are some of the characteristic qualities that are found in Ruth. We feel sure that whatever kind of work she chooses in the future it will be successfully completed. June, Nineteen Hundred and Trvenly-nine

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The Xavier 16 ' prrripiaM jiniiurfrnfihilri MURIEL ESTELLE HOWARD 166 Washington Avenue Providence, R. I. As we know her: M eek and mild, U nusual child; R eal and sincere, I mmeasurably dear; E veryone decides L oyal she’ll be. What more can we say? HELEN FRANCES CRONAN 152 Grove Avenue East Providence, R. I. With the influx of Freshmen in 1925 came our Helen from the bis town across the Seekonk. She has gained many friends while at S.X.A., one being her inseparable, “Peg.” Her favorite studies are English and Latin. Helen has kept much of her future plans to herself, but wherever her wandering steps may take her, she has the wishes of her classmates following, hoping that life’s pathway may be replete with the proverbial, “Gather roses all the way.” MARY VIRGINIA CASHMAN 47 Lauristan Street Providence, R. I. Who is the tall and attractive figure standing over there? Why Mary, of course. Her eyes sparkle with mischief and fun, and her witty jokes has the class in tears (from laugh-ter). She husfles with much eagerness and f vim from one period to another. Mary, in her fun-loving nature does not forget her duty to her studies, and we all benefit by her appreciative ability in English. A sweet soprano voice, generously used for our enjoyment, will find its echo in our hearts throughout the years, and the niche made in our hearts for her is wide and deep. CATHERINE LOUISE MURPHY 23 Babcock Street Providence, R. I. Loving, pleasing, studious, is Catherine. She is ever ready to assist us in all our difficulties and for this she has gained for herself a d:ep niche in the hearts of her teachers ami classmates. Too, she is an apt student and her steady perseverance has crowned her record with high marks. We all envy her ready and intelligent answers on all occasions. To see Catherine without Agnes and Helen would cause great wonder in the senior class. Catherine seems very quiet and serious, but she enjoys fun and frolic; at the lunch period, her merry laughter echoes throughout the cafeteria. A few years hence will find Catherine presiding over a class, with rare success. line. Nineteen Hundred and 7 T»cnl))-ninc

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18 The Xavier .......................................................................................................... MMMMMMMmMIIMMHMMIIMUHnillMIIHMMIIIIIMm'Hill.MMMNW.. MARY DOROTHY SWEENEY 297 Highland Avenue Providence, R. I. “A friend is one before whom you may think aloud.” You may apply the significance of these words to our Mary. Her great executive ability has been ably displayed in everything she undertook to do during her four years at St. Xavier’s. We shall always remember her as the popular Miss with the charming personality. MARY ALICE McLAUGHLIN 18 Grosvenor Avenue Providence, R. I. Dark, grave and responsible, this is our Mary. But beneath this cloak which enshrouds her, there is a keen love of fun and sportsmanship. A descendant of a long, brilliant line, Mary most certainly does the family justice. When a freshman, she was obliged to take a two months’ leave of absence, but she returned to us only to be one of the leaders of her class in scholarship. We know that her voyage through life, administering to the sick will be appreciated. We wish you happiness. Mary! MABEL IRENE CURRAN 21 Armington Avenue Providence, R. I. “Multum in Parvo.” Take a peep! Look again! Oh. Yes! this is Mabel, Mt. Pleasant’s gift to S.X.A. High! Twice proud of the Celtic blood that flows through her veins! y We love our classmate. Her one regret in I life is that school does not consist of three periods. English, luncheon, and dismissal. Mabel Irene has heard the call of the faithful pioneer. Florence Nightingale, and we surmise she has responded with a generous heart. Au revoir, dear friend, and may your career be as noble as that of your famous predecessor. Good luck! MARGUERITE MARY HEALY East George Street Providence, R. I. Marguerite has the record of being the “latest” member of our class. Her charming “windblown” proves our words to be true. She is another one of those girls who do not believe that school should be taken too seriously. Her motto is: “School should be a pleasant earnestness.” She is one of our apt pupils in Shorthand. Good luck. Marguerite. une, Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-nine