St John High School - Aquila Yearbook (Concord, NH)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1948 volume:

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JOHN HIGH SCHOOL CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE PAGE 4 AQUILA 'lil'fflI.l'l.I'lI'lI .I l'I'IPl'I l'l'I I4l'l'l'l'I'l'.l'.l l l .l llll Dedication TO OUR LOVING FATHERS AND MOTHERS WHOSE YEARS OF SACRIFICE HAVE MADE IT POS- SIBLE FOR US TO SECURE A CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION, WE GRATEFULLY DEDICATE THIS NUMBER OF AQUILA. s -P Commencement Exercises JUNE 6, 1946 Orchestral Selectionh Artists' Life Strauss Processional- l 'riests' March ,7l14'1Ilf1'SS0lllI Invocation REVEREND FRANCIS AIANIEY Salutatory NIARGARET LAFFORD Class History NORMA NERBONNE Class Will PETER-VAss1LL1oN faj In a Monastery Garden Ketelby fbj The iAx1'HlOl'C1'lS Song DUKU-z'c'u CCD The Rose I'fl'1'lIl0S BIIXILD CHORUS Class Gifts and Presentation of Class Gift to School ROBERT CASSAVAUGII Acceptance of Class Gift RUTH ANDRESEN Presentation of Year Book ALICE HAYES Class Prophecy BARBARA LABONTY faj I Passed By Your lrVindow Bralzc tbj Dream of Summer Lehqr GIRLS, CHORUS Valedictory JEAN PETTES Presentation of Diplomas SUPERIN'i'i-:Nazism lf. l.nas'1'1cR 'l'RA1f'1'oN Benediction REVEREND jolm MoRR1soN Recessional- Commencement Grand March Crammond ORCHESTRA Senior Class Elizabeth A. Bailey Marguerite Marshall Barney Harold W. Bean, jr. Robert John Patrick Cassavaugh Paul L. Costa Theresa Rose Cournoyer Stuart Daniel Fifield VValter james Gardiner Kenneth Orion Hardy Alice Mary Hayes Lena E. Heath Harlan Wallace Hoyt Mark Huckins james Arnold Kelso, Jr. of 1946 Barbara Alice Labonty M. Annette LaClair Margaret Mabel Lafford Sylvia Louise Loan Arlene E. Morris Norma Ann Nerhonne C. Theresa Pappas Nicholas john Pappas .lean Eleanor Pettes Rosemary E. Pratt XV2'tllC1' Thomas Rayno hlackaleen Mary Sleeper Estelle M. Supry Peter Anthony Vassillion Philip -I. Kenney .1...1-i As of Class of 1936 Patricia Stefanides ,liiii As of Class of 1944 Kenneth Edmund Folsom Leonard L. Littlefield AQUILA PAGE 5 -I-I-I-1-I-.1-f-f-I-I-I-f-f-I-I-f-1-1-I'f-f-f-f-f-f-f'f-f-f-f-f- PAGE 6 AQUILA .,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,. 5 ,TI MOST REVEREND MATTHEW FRANCIS BRADY, D.D. FIFTH BISHOP OF MANCHESTER ORDAINED TO THE HOLY PRIESTHOOD june 10, 1916 CONSECRATED B1sHOP OF BURLINGTON October 26, 1938 INSTALLED AS BISHOP OF MANCHESTER January 17, 1945 PAGE 8 AQUILA -I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-f-f-1-1-f-1-f-1-1-.,r.,,.,., . ,-. ,.,.,,.,.,,-.,. Monsignor Buckley As we scan the numerous blessings With which our lives have been blest, You, Right Reverend Monsignor, Naturally head the list. As giggling, squirming toddlers, To your kindergarten we came. At that time attending school meant Only a great, big game. In the twelve short years that followed Our outlook changed quite a bit, For you taught that the learning process Must ennoble us bit by bit. Our hearts must be rightly fashioned To reach life's ultimate goal. The one, only thing that counted Was to save our immortal soul. You gave us all that was needed To attain this wonderful end. God's graces we beg from Heaven, For you, our pastor and friend. Beatrice Gaudette '48 AQUILA PAGE 9 -1-I-I-,1.1-.1--1-1-1-.1-1--JwI-.I-.I-I-lvl'-I-.I-lvlvl-I-I-I-I-ful-I-lo RIGHT REVEREND MONSIGNOR J. S. BUCKLEY DOCTOR OF CANON LAW PROTONOTARY APOsTOL1c PERMANENT RECTOR OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH FOUNDER OF ST. JOHN HIGH SCHOOL PAGE 10 AQUILA .r-I-f-I-.r-f-I-f-I-f-I-I-f-f-I-I-f-1-f.f.,.,.,.f.,.f.f.,.,. Reverend Father Boner VERYONE knows that athletics are important, nay well-nigh indispensable, in any modern high school. Adolescent boys and girls need the let-off which sports offer to keep them physi- cally lit. Since its initial years our high school has offered football, basketball, and baseball to its students. Reverend Father Ken- neally, an all-round athlete himself and a lover of youth, inaugu- rated them and the work has been continued successfully by Reverend Father Boner, who not only has followed the program of his predecessor, but has expanded it considerably. It takes an amount of courage, strength of character, and perseverance to dare to amplify when encouragement is not too generously given and obstacles block the path. Father Boner has done this. With him, human respect is childish and this zealous priest has expanded Saint John High athletic program to almost unbelievable proportions. Father's friends and supporters are many. Each and every student is grateful to him for the advantages in physical educa- tion which he has made available for all. Sally Ioan Healy '48 AQUILA PAGE ll .,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,,,.,.,.,.,.,.,. REVEREND R. O. BONER ASSISTANT AT ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH PAGE 12 AQUILA '-I'-I-I'-I-,1--Inf.,-.1-1.1-1.1.1-1 -1-1-I-.1-1-1.1.1-.f.J-.f.J-.1-.,,-.,f.f Reverend Father 0'Lea ry Have you heard about the drum corps Of good old Saint John High? It's swanky and it's snappy As it marches proudly by. To its clerical director Goes the credit for this prize. Day by day and week by week, We watched its speedy rise. There are many priestly duties, Study clubs, Legion of Mary, That are fostered and encouraged By Reverend Father O'I.eary. To him we tender gratitude For all that he has done To make us worthy products Of our school, beloved Saint john. John Francis Alaeam '48 AQUILA ' PAGE 13 .1-.1-1-1-f-1-1.1.1.1-1.1.1.1.1--1-1-f.,.,-. 1.1-.1--f.1.f.f.1-I-f.,, REV. DENIS L. O,LEARY Ass1sTANT AT ST. joHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH PAGE 14 AQUILA .1--1-1.1-1ff-1.1.1-I-.1-1.f.f-1-f-f-1-1-1.1-1-1.1-.f-1-.,,-.if-.f.,-.fa Reverend Father Burke HE work of this genial priest in the high school included the selection and direction of the cheerleaders. Six happy young ladies were the recipients of Father Burke's guidance. Because of his interest, they attended every game, basketball and football, as a more confident, uniform organization. Many of the senior boys have become admirers and staunch friends of Father Burke. As altar boys he taught them respect for holy things and inspired them to strive for a good, holy, Catholic life. We the Class of '48 Extend appreciation To one who gave us something great, Religious education. So, in the course of our life's work We always will remember The one and only Father Burke From spring until December. Margaret Mary Spaulding '48 AQUILA PAGE li .1-I.1.1.1.,.,.,.,.1.1.1.1-1-1.1-1-1.1.,.,-,.f.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,. REV. JOHN F. BURKE Ass1sTANT AT ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH PAGE 16 AQUILA S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 S S 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 950 I 5, ucation December Ed of ST. -IOHN HIGH SCHOOL Approved by New Hampshire State Board 1950. ber, In IC Sep Founded S AQUILA PAGE 17 'lllflvlflvlflvl-Islflflll-Ill-lvlvl-lvl-I-I-1--1-I--I-1.1.1-.1-gf. Our Faculty Rt. Rev. Monsignor Jeremiah S. Buckley D.C.L., P.A., P.R. Rev. Richard O. Boner Rev. Denis L. O'Leary Rev. John F. Burke Religion The Faculty Principal Sister Mary Juliana Chemistry Sister M. Vianney Mathematics English I Sister M. Florian Sister M. Cornelia Sister M. Maureen Sister M. Vianney French Sister M. Cornelia Commerce Sister M. Salvatoris History and Civics Sister M. Florian Sister M. Eulalia Sister M. Vianney Economics and Sociology Sister M. Maureen S punish Sister M. Maureen Sister M. Florian Sister M. Amatus Sister M. Eulalia Biology Sister M. Eulalia General Science Sister M. Eulalia Latin Sister M. Florian Sister M. Eulalia Mechanic Arts Harvey H. Wheaton and Morrill School Staff Home Economics Miss Mary Garvin and Staff PAGE 18 AQUILA A-1-f.f.f-1-f-f-1-1.1.1.f.1-.f.1.f.f.1.f.,-.,.,.,.,-.,.,.,,,,,,,,.,. Theresa Ann Barry Joyce Ann Jackson Beatrice Catharine Bolduc Joyce Marie Kiley Paula Ann Mineau Beatrice Gaudette Class Officers President Leon Patrick Lapointe Vice-President Sally Joan Healy Secretary Joyce Marie Kiley Treasurer James Mary Long Year Book Staff Editor-in-Chief Sally Joan Healy Associqte Editor Margaret Mary Spaulding Assistant Editors Theresa Rose Feltault Marion Ruth Thomas Leon Patrick Lapointe Henry Carpenter Sullivan Francis Xavier Sullivan Helen Louise Locke Business Manager Leon Patrick Lapointe Typist Margaret Mary Spaulding AQUILA PAGE l9 'I'Iliff'l'l'l I''l'l'Illll'l'l'l'Ill'llll.l I .lfl l'l'.l I l Honor Roll Valedictory Joyce Marie Kiley Salutatory Sally Joan Healy Class History Leon Patrick Lapointe Class Prophecy Roger Edward Faretra Class Will Francis Xavier Sullivan English Essay Prizes donated by Division No. 1, Ancient Order of Hibernians to Joyce Ann Jackson and Joyce Marie Kiley 4 Public Speaking Prizes donated by Concord Council, Knights of Columbus, and Court Margaret K. Desmond, Catholic Daughters of America, awarded at the Commencement Exercises to QTO be announced at the Commencement Exercisesh Contestants Selected by judges in preliminary and semi-final contests Francis Cornelius Lyons Joyce Ann Jackson Leon Patrick Lapointe Margaret Mary Spaulding PAGE 20 AQUILA -I-I-I-f'l-I-I-f-1-1-I-I-I-f-I-I-I-f-I-I-1-I-I-f-f-1-I-1-I-ffl-I-fffvf-f W ,, ,,,,,.A, M.. C x C v 1 C AQUILA PAGE Z1 151'-lllvl'.llllllIDI'lllllflflllllllllllflfl I I I I' I I I I I I' I .I Seniors Class Officers LEON PATRICK LAPOINTE 5' PAT E, The sense of duty pursues him ever. Football l, 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Baseball 2 Science Club 3, 4 Business Manager of Year Book 4 President of Class One who studied when others played, one who was silent when others talked, one who was respectful when others forgot to be - this is our class president. Pure gold without any alloy, our representative gentleman graduates with an enviable record for excellence in studies and conduct. SALLY JOAN HEALY CHlPPY f Her hair is not more sunny Ilzan her hf'art. l Schola Cantorum 2, 3, 4 Cheerleader 4 Fife and Drum Corps 2, 3 Debating Club 3, 4 Signiferi 2 Basketball 4 Year Book Editor Salutatory Vice- President of Class For Sally, Whatever is worth doing at all, is worth doing well. Every teacher can expect perfect work when she handles Sally's papers. Extras have fallen to Sally's lot, the vice-presidency of her class for two years and cheer- leading this past year. This unassuming girl always places herself last, but her classmates invariably reverse the order. PAGE 22 AQUILA I I I I I I I I I I I lvlllvlolvlof-1'.1.1o1'o1-ny-.lay-of.1-10,1-11.1.1.3 Seniors Class Officers elf, up '-EK? , L. JOYCE MARIE KILE?.- ,lf , -as 0 if 4 1 She's perfect to us, may she never change. Science Club 3, 4 Valedictory Signiferi 1, 2, 3 Year Book Staff Schola: Cantorum 1, 2 Crowning of the statue of Debating Club 3, 4- Our Blessed Mother Secretary of Class Because of her high mental capabilities Jo is bound to be an impressive success in later life. A leader through- out her high school years, she has given her class a 'le leadership and good example as class secretary. She may be quiet and 'reserved in class, but at a party or social gathering she is always a foremost provider of gaiety. To our valedictorian we wish all the happiness possible on this earth, for she has indeed earned it through her help- fulness and good example. JAMES MARY LONG UJIMU There are very few persons who pursue science with true dignity. Football 1 Science Club 4 SigniIeri 1, 2 Debating Club 3, 4 Altar Boy 1, 2 Glee Club 4 Treasurer of Class Hail to our class treasurer! He shines in math, he shines in chem, and he glows at good music. Good ole jim, who is forever late for school, but never too late for fun. He's the life of any party with his contagious good- nature and smooth waltzmg. In time of need.we just smile at jim. Thank-you Jim, for your generous support in all school and social activities. AQUILA PAGE 23 lil''lui''I'ffl''lvlll'III'l'l'l'l'l'l'l'l'l'l'lliff'-l'I l'l'l'l'l'l I I JOHN FRANCIS AHEARN RABBIT A man who is not afraid to say his say. Science Club 3, 4 Football l, 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Baseball l, 2, 3, 4 Signiferi 1, 2 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Boys' Glee Club 4 Altar Boy l, 2, 3, 4 Although this gentleman has been described as the boy with the naive approach, he is most popular with boys and girls alike. Jacks professed preference for M. S. M. students has added to our fun, for there are many undeclared co-male admirers of those same students in our class. Scholastically and athletically his ability is excellent and at times has been inspirational. CHESTER JAMES BARRETT, JR. CI-IRT M0desty is policy, no less than a virtue. Boys' Glee Club 4 History Club 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Although quiet and unassuming, Chester stands out in the eyes of his classmates as the boy with a sporting sense of humor. Active in all classes, he displays unusual fondness for studying and reciting. Our best wishes go with you, Chester, in your chosen field of work. N 'J . THERESA ANN BARRY ' TESSlE 1, . A bffllcr friend 'tis hard to hurl. Science Club 3, 4 . Basketball 4 SigniferiU 1, 2, 3 Debating Club 3, 4 Student Council 3, 4 File and Drum Corps Year Book Staff 4 Flag Bearer 4 Theresa's chief characteristic is enthusiasm. It is con- tagious and she applies it equally to her school work, the community concerts, and the Northwest Mounted 1 Police. Everyone loves Theresa. May her sincerity and honesty bring her the same appreciation all through life. PAGE 24 AQUILA I'I'-l l''I'-l l''I'l'I'I'IW!'III-I-1Q1.141.I.141,1.1.1.1.1-,inf-I-1.1.1 RAYMOND WILLIS BEAN ' ' RAY Still waters run deep. Boys' Glee Club 4 Debating Club 3 Ray's smile and quiet sense of humor have secured for him a firm place in his fellow classmates' regard. His easy manner is deceptive: it covers an alert and decisive mind. Ray will do well and go places. Cicero will win second prize in any speaking contest in which Ursula takes part. Straight-forward and warm hearted, she captures attention. Her popularity is due to her propensity for cheering the sorrowful, and helping the down-hearted. Ursula abhors seriousness that will not admit cheer and good will. BEATRICE CATI-IARINE BOLDUC HJOYH Science has but one fashion, to lose nothing that one gains. Science Club 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Year Book Staff 4 During '47 a valuable addition came to St. john's in the form of joy, whose smiling face and cheerful manner soon won over the entire class. Her high rank reflects the diligence with which she attacks and masters every subject. Lucky, indeed, will be the hospital that manages to snatch this girl for its laboratory technician. Beatrice is a spark-plug in any conversation and has a willingness to join in the fun. URSULA PATRICIA BERES Full of fun and wit and pep, J ' just a girl you can? forget. Signiferi l Debatin Club 3, 4 Science Club 3 Fife and Drum Corps Basketball-Captain 4- Color Guard 4 AQUILA PAGE 25 IPIIIPIOIPIII'lil'lolhl'Il0.ll.l'0I I l'I l l -I' I I I I I I I I I I I I 'X f ARTHUR PAUL BOUCHER Great men speak but few words. Boys' Glee Club 4 Debating Club 3. 4 Science Club 4 Football 2. 3 Vice-President 1 Baseball l, 4 Silence is power and power spells Patil Boucher. This truly great athlete, whose career was abruptly halted by doctor's orders, has not allowed setabacks to cloud his ambition or determination. Brilliantly keen-witted, and persevering as a student, Paul's enviable record tells his story. PAUL MICHAEL BURKE BURKlE The language denotes the man. Debating Club 3, 4 Science Club 3 Boys' Gee Club 4 Schola Cantorum I Signil'eri 1 Here comes our walking dictionary. His knowledge covers so mzmy fields that he can start a debate on any subject. His equipment is a fine vocabulary and an inspiring bass voice. Two futures await Paul - the writing of Burke's Dictionary or the development of his pleasing voice, so he may replace Bing Crosby in Hollywood. JOHN JAMES CONLEY jOHNNY Always working for the best. Boys' Glee Club 4 Science Club ' 4 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Farewell Saint John High! Hail, Annapolis! To this institution john's ambition has soared. As a second alternate may he make the grade! The Navy will get a serious, studious, and honest subject when john becomes a full-Hedged sailor! I PAGE 26 AQUILA I I' I I' I I I' I I I I I .ffl'I'I'I'.l .l''.l I l'.l -l l'.l .l I'll'l.l'l.ll.l'n,l'u,f JEROME FRANCIS CRAWFORD X,,, , JERRY U 5' There is more here than meets the eye. Boys' Glee Club 4' Altar Boy l, 2, 3, 4 Science Club 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Attention! It has just been announced that Jerry has the necessary road map from Concord to Mount St. Mary's of Hooksett. His scholastic ability is a source of pride to his teachers and he also has the necessary qualifications for a fun-maker. As a soda-jerk he's the best. ROBERT GREGORY CROSS HBOBU My mind to me Il kingdom is. Boys' Glce Club 4 Debating Club 3 Easy-going and carefree! How well these words char- acterize Bob! For information on dances and social events, Bob is always willing to oblige. Quiet and witty, his spontaneous remarks have often given the seniors a hearty laugh. Each member of the class expects an autographed copy of Bob's first book of poems. KATHERINE ANN DENNEN KITTY Modest humility is beauty's queen. Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3 Choir 1, 2 Kitty is a friendly, quiet girl who believes that per- severance wins the crown. Her generous nature has warmed the hearts of all of us. Her promptness is ad- mirable and her alertness makes her an exceptionally fine commercial student. AQUILA PAGE 27 IllPlfllI0.151'I'I'I'l'I'lll'lll'l'I'I'l'.l'l'llllllllllll DANIEL JOSEPH DONOVAN HDAN., A fun-loving pal and Il jolly good sport. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Science Club 3 Baseball 2, 3, 4 'iSigniferi 1 Debating Club 3 Dan has charm, a delightful quality. He is a favorite with boys and girls. He has a winning smile and flashing Irish bltte eyes. Dan has taken part in all sports and is ready in all school activities. Although on the quiet side, he has a love of mischief. MARY MARGARET DONOVAN I.attghter is Il course of lTUll1't 7'.Sdff0lI.u Science Club 1. 3 Debating Club 3 Sign1feri l, 2 Choir l, 2, 3, 4 The instigator of many a prank herself, Mary is an A. No. l sport when on the receiving line. This good- natured policy has been accepted as part of Mary 's charm. Dependable, ever ready to help, cheerful when the task is unpleasant, this splendid stttdent has the qualities needed for future success. ROGER EDWARD FARETRA, JR. ROC nlidztrrtlirm is the npprenlicesltip of life. Boys' Glee Club 4 Civics Club President 3 Debating Club 3 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle has a living rival right here. There's no doubt in anyonc's mind but that Roger is an embryonic Sherlock Holmes. lf he is not busily searching for a clue in a gripping detective story, he is indulging in a favorite card gamej Intellectual tastes predominate in this excellent student. PAGE 28 AQUILA f f I I f I I I f f I I I-I-I-I-f-f-f.f.f.1.1-.,.f.,,.,-.f.,,.,,-.J-.,.,,-.J THERESA ROSE FELTAULT TliSSlE Beauty ix always queen. Commercial Club President 4 Cheerleader 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Year Book Stall' 4 Tripping lightly into St. john's with her bright eyes snapping with good humor, Theresa has successfully laid siege to, and captured the hearts of every teacher and pupil in the school. With the same charm and good will, she has mastered every lesson that has come her way, including the task of becoming a truly outstanding cheerleader. Mfho can resist a person such as Theresa? BASIL DANFORTH FRENCH, JR. HBASH Boys will be Imyxf, Baseball 3, 4 Basketball 4 Football 3, 4 Although Basil has been among us for only two years, his presence is very noticeable. Basil is an ardent sport- supporter in both the football line and baseball diamond. A neat-appearing lad, he is always adorned in the current style. Outstanding are his cow-boy boots that attract many admirers. BEATRICE GAUDETTE BEE She may .went quiet, but she is full of life. Schola Cantorum l, '2 Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 File Sz Drum Corps l, 2 Science Club 1 Debating Club 3 Year Book Staff 4 Adjectives galore can be used to describe this ambitious, congenial, relined, and clever business student who is al- ready well on the road to success. Beatrice, whose voice is never heard except in recitations, has amply proven that silence is power. Her teachers must certainly pray and hope that many more students will imitate this model high school girl. AQUILA PAGE 29 .1nlclolol:lolslay'11:14111.1n,f4,1'a1'u,f'c,1nI'v.l .l'.l I .I'.l''.l .l'.I I .l'0l'.l .I RICHARD THOMAS HANNON SPIKE ' X He that is slow to anger is better than Ihe illfgllljhn Basketball 1,2 Baseball 2 Boys' Glee Club 4 Altar Boy 1, 2 Debating Club 3, 4 As you place salt beside pepper, you will likewise connect Spike with a sandwich. Spike has yet to conquer his passion for a snack during class. He is often the victim of school boy pranks and has proved himself a bearer of good sportsmanship. Whether the scene is at school or home, never expect a dull moment with Spike. MARY THERESA HORN E Not too serious, not too gay. Schola Cantorum 1, 2, 3, 4 Science Club 4 Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3 Abundantly supplied with energy, Mary is tops with her classmates. She is the essence of jollity, a virtue which enables her to shoot a joke at her companions without warning. Having followed commercial studies for three years, Mary hopes to find something in this field after leaving school. Here's to a successful future. Mary! JOYCE ANN JACKSON JACKIE With sweetness fresh as any rose. Schola Cantorum 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 4 Science Club 3, 4 'KSigniferi l, 2, 3 Debating Club 3, 4 Cheerleader 4 Junior Bar Exam 4 Catholic Press Prize 4 Year Book Staff 4 As good as gold, full of fun, outstanding as a student, friendly at all times, Joyce has the it that makes for popularity. Worthy of note are her marvelous debates and her peppy cheers at the games. The gay determina- tion that glitters in her eyes forecasts a bright and pros- perous future. A PAGE 30 AQUILA f J f f 1 f 1 f I f f f I-f-.r-1--1.1-.1-.faf.1.f.,-.,-.,.f.,.,.,,.,,.,,-.,., WILLIAM EDWARD JACOBS HJAKE.. A good companion and ll true friend. Baseball 2, 3, 4 Science Club 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Debating Club p 3, 4 Football 1. 2 Captain of Baseball 4 Old faithful himself! Yes, that's Bill when sports make their entrance. He is ready for action on the baseball diamond or the polished basketball court. Bill, despite his love of nature, is a successful hunter. Bill's artistic ability cannot be overlooked either. If you utilize your talents and preserve your deep chuckle, we predict a prosperous future. PATRICIA ANN KELLEY HPATU The quiet mind is richer than a crown. Choir 3, 4 Debating Club 3 Pat breezed into the Junior Class from Concord High. She is sweet and polite. Although one of our quiet girls, her presence is felt nevertheless when fun is prevalent. If personality and charm are lights on the road of success, Pat will have no trouble finding her way. LEO PAUL LANDRY BOOG Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Student Council 3, 4 Basketball l, 2, 3, 4 Science Club 3, 4 Debating Club 3 Here's a regular guy, one who is representative of the spirit of our class. Leo's a circus in himself. He has several accomplishments, and not the least are his never- wearying jitter-bugging, comical actions, and winning touchdowns, The impact of Leo's personality has made an indelible mark on the hearts of his classmates. AQUILA lflll'Ill'-fflI-l'0l'I l'llll0lllllfllll JEAN GERTRUDE LASSON DE HJEANNIEH Good nature is the beauty of the mind. Choir 4 2, 3, 4 Basketball 4 Signiferi l, 2 Science Club 3, 4 Debating Club 3 Soft-spoken and gentle-mannered, Jeannie is an all- around girl. Slightly buxom, she is nevertheless agile on the basketball court. As a student she excels especially in chemistry. After graduation Jeannie hopes to soothe the brow of the sick as a nurse. HELEN LOUISE LOCKE The-world belongs to the energetic? Choir 1, 2, 3, 4 Commercial Club 4 Science Club 1 Vice-President 4 Cheerleader 4 Debating Club 4 Year Book Staff 4 Here is a combination of commercialite and socialite. Helen followed the commercial studies for four years and hopes to succeed in the world of business and finance. In feminine circles at S. J. H. S., she is recognized as a best in basketball playing and cheerleading. If energy means success, Helen need not worry. ROBERT ARTHUR LONGCHAMP UBOBU Genius is mainly an afair of energy. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Science Club 4 Baseball 1, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Basketball 1 Schola antorum 1 One of WKXL's most talented young disc jockeys is our Bob, His talent travels into the fields of sports, talented art, and the dance floor. As Bob's talent has no bounda- ries, his good-humor is limitless also. Good luck! We are assured you'll have a prosperous radio-career. PAGE 31 J-f-I-I-I-1-I-f-:ff-1--.1-.f.,.,-.1 E 3 Q PAGE 32 AQUILA .1 I I .r I .I f I I I .r I I-I-J'-I-J--1.1 'Ill'l'l0l0I'l4-I -IV! -l'lI'u.l'c,l'u,1 FRANCIS CORNELIUS LYONS FRANK Nothing can trouble a spirit so gay, And his smile can drive your trouble away. Altar Boy 1, 2, 3, 4 Student Council 3, 4 Glee Club 4 Football 3 Science Club 3 Signiferi 1, 2 Debating Club 3 Dependability is the chief virtue of Frankie, He is always ready and willing when called upon to serve Mass. Because of his pleasing manner he is one of the most popular boys in the class. We know from experience that Frankie will be a credit to St. john's. PAUL JAMES MCAULEY UPAUL., An honest man is the noblest work of God. Debating Club 3, 4 Basketball 4 Science Club 4 Baseball 3 Paul is more reserved than many of his classmates, yet he is far from unknown. He was a faithful member of the basketball squad and the baseball nine. Paul has out- standing talents in English when he utilizes his originality and dry humor. ' EDWARD JOHN MCCANN HMACN Power rests in tranquillity. . Altar Boy 1, 2, 3, 4 Drum Corps 1, 2 Boys' Glee Club 4 Science Club 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Eddie is the boy with few words and a happy dis- position. He has a quiet and unassuming attitude Whatever assignment he undertakes in English, history or any other branch, he tries to do his best, Best O luck, Eddie, in whatever you may undertake. i AQUILA PAGE 33 l'l'l'I'll'l'l'l I I .l I .l .I l'l'I l'.l l'.ll.lllllllllllll CLAIRE MARIE MCGRATH MAC She is one we all nrlminf, Of IIF7' flmrm zurfll IIFTWI' Ifl'f'.', Science Club l Choir l. 2. 3, 4 Junior Business Club l Commercial Club 2. 3. 4 Debating Club 3 Treasurer 4 Sweet, polite, and well-liked seem to portray Claire. and these are only a few of the characteristics that make us take pleasure in her sincere friendship. Never a sound is heard from her quiet corner unless friends descend upon her, and then her friendly response, together with a mischievous smile, more than make up for the silence. Claire, we offer our best wishes for your success! PHILIP JOSEPH MCKENNA PHIL The surest way not to fail is In clrflerminz' In s11frr'vzI. Boys, Glee Club 4 Science Club 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Is someone calling for a scientist? Phil will answer any requirement. Always ready to conquer new helds. he has been one of the driving powers of the class. Cheerful, atnbitious, and heartwarming, Phil will hold a place in our memories for long years to come. RICHARD MERRILL DICK A great athlete in lmrly mul minflf' Football l, 2, 3, 4 Baseball 3 Cu-Captain 3. 4 Signileril' l Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 President l Debating Club 3, 4 Science Club 4 Dick, good scholastically, stars in the Held of sports. As co-captain of a fighting football eleven, he spirited St. john's to triumph. Dick's spirit was more evident during the basketball season when he employed star hall-handling manoeuvers. His playing attracted fame not only from sport-writers, hut from female fans as well. We are proud to state that this enthusiastic athlete is a student of St. John High. PAGF 34 AQUILA 1 f I I I f f I I .r .I I I-I-I-.r-1-1-.r-1.1.1. f.f.f.,.f.f.,f.,1.J-1.1.1 PAULA ANN MINEAU POOCHIli A good laugh is sunshine in a house. Science Club 1, 3 Choir 1, 2, 3, 4 Junior Business Club I Drum Corps l Basketball. 4 Debating Club 3 Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 Year Book Staff 4 Paula really has no dimples, but her smile is so ready that the word dimpled seems to belong to her. She has a delightful disposition and a gracious manner that should keep smooth any path through life that she chooses. JOHN JOSEPH NEMICCOLO JOHNNY Life without sports is not life. Football 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Co-Captain 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 XVe all admire john for attending St. John's for we realize that he journeys many a mile each day. johnny co-guided a spirited football team toward victory through- out the season, Nimic fascinates and attracts many admirers when he displays his talent in art. Thank you, Johnny, for your sacrifice certainly has rewarded the class. PATRICIA ANN NOLIN .TATU She halh a daily beauty in her life. Science Club 3 Debating Club 3 Signiferi 1, 2, 3 Choir 1, 2, 3, 4- lf you're looking for a typical high school senior girl, look no further! Meet Pat Nolin! Possessed ofa charm- ing personality, a sunny smile, and a pleasant disposition, she is also a capable student, one for whom the future holds an interesting career as a talented medical secretary. AQUILA PAGE 35 l'.f'I l l'-l I I l'l'I'l'.l'l'l'I'! I'll'I'I'llllll!!111111 KA1THEENdMAY'QUHMBY KITTY iVl'11Illl'.XS is the rrozvning grace of glory. Drum Corps 1, 2 Cheerleader 4 Choir l, 2, 3, 4 Commercial Club 2, 3. 4 Science Club l Debating Club 3 Kitty has a quiet dignity all her own. Nevertheless this quality does not detract froin her lieing one of the ntost enthusiastic cheerleaders on the football lield or polished courts. Always attractively attired, she is one ot' ottr model St. -Iohn High girls. JOHN SHEA . 'jOHNNY'4 ll iIlmuI f0lISiSfl'lll'y Ilzrre is no moral .Ylf1'llgl,I.U Science Club 1, 3 Commercial Club 2, 3. 4 Drum Corps 1 Debating Club 3 Don't let the last, naine fool you. Here we find an eloquent French linguist, a boy with a sense ol' lunnor and sprinkling of temper. His presence in a group is usually un-noticed until some question about fishing and hunting comes up and then johnny becomes alive. Wle hope that john's future will be as successful as was his high school career. MARGARETTMARYSPAULDHNG MAGGIE Her eyes are homes of silent pr11yr'r. Science Club 1 Cheerleader 4 Junior Business Club 1 Debating Club 3 Choir l, 2, 3. 4 Basketball 4 Drum Corps 1 Catholic Press Prize 4 Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 junior Bar Exam 4 Associate Editor of Year Book Maggie is the pride and joy of the commercial class. Blonde hair, sparkling eyes, and a sweet voice are Mag- gie's main attractions. Her heart-softening solos have thrilled nlany, when the church echoes with her golden voice. Her enthusiastic spirit has made her a super cheer- leader, and a smart looking cheerleader is she! PAGE 56 AQUILA f-f-f-f-f-f-f-I-1-f-f-.1--f-for-I-.zu1.1.1.1.1.1-.,.,.,.,-.1-.,.,.1.1.1.1 3 4 5 I FRANCIS XAVIER SULLIVAN SULLY Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. Football 2, 3, 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Baseball 1, 3, 4- Science Club 3 Catholic Press Prize 4 Signiferi'l l, 2, 3 Year Book Staff 4 Spontaneity is one of Sully's many qualifications. An atmospheric purifier by his genuine humor, he is welcome in any group. Chemistry enthralls this excellent student who on the gridiron is an invaluable linesman. Every- thing that this excellent student has attempted has been well done. HENRY CARPENTER SULLIVAN A .KHAPH By honor and labor always aiming higher. Signiferi 1, 2 Boys' Glee Club 4 Science Club 4 Debating Club 3, 4 Year Book StaFf 4 W'hen we think of Hap Sullivan, aggressiveness and perseverance hop into our minds. He has been the neces- sary entertaining influence at every party. His clever wit and desire to please have left in every classmate a feeling of admiration. Success to this indomitable spirit is the wish of the Senior Class. PATRICIA NORA SULLIVAN HPATH Cheerfulness will open a door when other keys fail. Commercial Club 2, 3, 4 Secretary of Club 4 Pat's jovial wit makes the long days short. She is a genial young lady whose laughing eyes possess a streak of mischief. Pat is a shining example of the famous saying that hard work overcomes every obstacle. She not only conquered shorthand, but she can make it do her l bidding. To her, hard work was fun. l Debating Club 3 - AQUILA PAGE 37 I.,.I.,faf-f-1-f-.1-J-I-.I-.I-lf!-I-lvl-I-I-I-I I I I .r I I I I I I I f ROBERT SWEENEY POP Seek to be good and not to be great. Boys' Glee Club 4 Basketball 4 Drum Corps l, 2 Altar Boy l, 2, 3, 4 Football 1, 3, 4 Science Club 3 Our Pop needs no introduction, for his casual manner outlives his words. Nothing seems to disturb Pop and nothing could make him hasten his pace. Yet Pop has contributed in sports, both as a conscientious football player and a basketball hoopster, Outstanding in Pop's activities is his loyalty to serving Mass. Slow but sure wins the race, has been Pop's motto throughout high- school days. MARION RUTH THOMAS ROCKY w L . ' Musie is Ihe child of prayer, the conipanion of religion. Drum Corps 1, 2, 3, 4 Debating Clb 3 Science Club 3 Basketball 4 Signiferi 1, 2 Year Book Staff 4 Sweet and petite is our Marion, but what a steady student. She has been a great help to Father O'Leary in organizing the Drum Corps. Marion is always willing to do any task that is requested. We all enjoyed her con- tagious chuckle in the class and at social affairs. A whiz at the piano makes her a center of attraction. DONALD EVERETT WESSEN ..WES,, SkiIlful in every manly sport. Football 3. 4 Debating Club 3 Basketball 3, 4 Captain-Baseball 4 Baseball 3, 4 A gentle, southern Zephyr blew Donald to us last year from Pembroke, From the date of his landing to the present Wes has been an active student and capable athlete. His friendliness, gentle manner, and happy-go lucky attitude have placed him permanently in our alfections. SE NO Q51 gag 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 s 55 59 SS AFF YEAR BooK ST ONSIGNOR AND THE M D EN EVER THE RIGHT R az R AQUILA PAGE 39 lc1'lvl'n1-1:11191sinful:lvlnlvlnlalnlslnlalolnlnlclalslul Class History ACT I SCENE 1 Student prospects for Saint john Freshman class converged on the school from several near and distant elementary schools. We gathered in the spacious frosh room on that eventful September morning and we heard the combined noise of seventy-live wig- gling tongues. We were introduced to Sister Mary Eulalia, our home room teacher, by the school principal, Sister Mary Juliana. SCENE 2 On December 17, 1944, interrupting Sister Maureen's English class, came the four senior class ofiicers strutting boldly to the front of the room. Each delivered a short speech which amounted to a formal invitation to the Christmas formal. Sister told us that it was the first formal ever put on by the students themselves. She explained that they had worked very hard preparing for the event and even though most of us couldn't dance, we should attend. SCENE 3 Came December 27, the night of the Christmas formal. The decorations were pretty and included a well decorated Christmas tree in the middle of the ample gym. The seniors had given out seventeen invitations to the greenies and had hoped that at least half would attend. Much to their surprise fifteen freshmen couples were present. All had a won- derful time dancing to the rhythms of Don Drouin's orchestra. It was a thrill never to be duplicated. SCENE 4 Latin class plays, class debates, movies, game rallies, and the instigation of a class newspaper were but a few extracurricular activities of that year. Among the humorous incidents we rank Tony's miraculous escape first' and foremost. It all came about one spring afternoon as Anthony Mancini was washing windows and lost his balance. It happened just when the students were leaving the building. PAGE 40 AQUILA ffl'llcfnfallfclulalvfsfufalllllvjufofljolllllofofoflfcflf Tony was precariously teetering out the second story window, waving his arms and shouting for dear life. ACT 2 SCENE 1 One warm Saturday afternoon in November the trip to Lebanon via the Boston and Maine railroad was a tiring one. Regardless of the difficulties, our football team came onto the field with renewed vigor and a high spirit of undying sportsmanship. The team was out to win this game for it meant the class C cham- pionship, if the Lebanon gridsters were to go down in defeat. With boundless determination and a Hail Mary on every lip, we reaped the fruit of victory to the score of 20 to 18. .The Laurel Wreath was ours and we had earned our lirst championship. All the lettermen were given jackets and gold footballs in commemoration of a successful season. SCENE 2 Sister Florian, our home room teacher, was instructing us in religion and what should nonchalantly creep out from under the desk books but a poor little mouse. The girls made haste to the top of their desks and the boys enjoyed a hearty laughj Sister Salvatoris, our typing and shorthand teacher, came in to in- quire what was troubling us, and she too was stricken with fear and returned to her room promptly. The event was a popular topic of conversation for a long time afterwards. SCENE 3 During the days we were rehearsing the Saint Patrick play, our basketball team gained the class B and state Catholic championships and went on to win the class AU Catholic cham- pionship for New England there. The Saint Patrick play was a great success and the end men act put on by the high school group, earned many a round of applause. ' SCENE 4 June rolled aroundsand with it came the annual final exams. For an entire week almost all the students of the high school could be seen attending morning mass to envoke the Holy Ghost for assistance in tests. The examinations were difiicult, but most of the class managed to do pretty well in them. AQUILA PAGE 41 .l'.lll'.I l'.l'l'-l'l'l I'I'Ill'I'I''l'l'l'l'-f'l'l'l'l'lllc111 ACT 3 SCENE 1 Upon entering the junior room and being introduced to Sister Cornelia, we immediately set ourselves to work. We found work a byword throughout the year, for we had to finance the Senior Banquet and the junior Prom through funds earned in paper drives, hot dog sales, and parties. To top this, our school subjects were getting more involved than ever, and we had to keep our marks up, oblivious of outside activities. SCENE 2 Though our football team did not enjoy a banner season, it did win five of ten games played. Most of the teams tackled were a class higher. The basketball team, having entered in class A competition, went to the semi-finals at the Tournaments, only to taste defeat at the hands of a good Portsmouth club, winner of the trophy. SCENE 3 The month of May was only too quickly with us and it was nearing the date of the Junior prom. About a dozen juniors spent many an afternoon decorating the hall. With our home room teaCher's help and the fact that the lights were dim, our decorations were voted the best ever. Monsignor Buckley paid us homage by his visit to the hall that evening. We had an enjoyable evening and most every one commented on the delicious punch made from Sister Cornelia's secret recipe. SCENE 4 Event number two was the testimonial Senior banquet, put on by us. It was an extravagant affair, for we had turkey on the menu, thanks to our treasury. Monsignor Buckley, Frs. Boner, O'Leary,and Burke were present at the head table at which also sat the coaches of all the sports, accompanied by their wives. The exams and graduation followed in quick succession and we were once again faced with the much-looked-ahead-to summer vacation. ACT 4 SCENE 1 After Mass we walked very proudly into the Senior room. There we met Sister Vianney, who was to be our home room 3 :if 1 x qw 12 if -N 1 A 55 ,, W ' KD fe' H gg 4? k En : . 1 K K E x ' 1 I in ww 1 It x. ,M -s -SZQMYFS i i w -..:...,H -5-W., . J t Q I V -, Y 2 , as D ,. ' Q 1 if f f 'B . J if V V 'X ,,i:iA, i , , T wi Y' gf as If 2 3 ir. X L f M.. A W W 7' '+ A MM A ..,,,usS--1, --viwwwn-Y I immmmdwonewv , .S L x , , fl E' A I V EIAI, X E A ,,,.,', : QQ: ,.., : M .. :-vN I 'V if 5 5 if 'L 4: W i if A N ai 1 .,q, 5 A WMM M- .,. W 1 , 'Pi ck Y! iiffiiz Q I E' ahve Qssw, AQUILA PAGE 43 -l .lIl'.l l'.l .l .l .l'lfl'.l l'l'.l'l .l'l'.l'.l .l''.l .l'l.l'l'l'I l'.l teacher. She was a proficient pianist and many were the happy dinner periods spent singing to her piano stylings. Sister Mau- reen, our Spanish teacher, whose room was adjacent to ours, often joined us in our vocalizing. SCENE 2 Though we were without the services of Tommy Hardiman, Jules Siroy and Company, our football team had a very good season. We won five, tied three, and lost two games. The basketball team had a poor season, because the coach attempted to give the under classmen experience in order to build up a team for the next two years. Baseball fared quite well. Promi- nent during the football and basketball seasons were the six cheerleaders, who did a fine job of cheering on the boys this year. SCENE 3 Some of the more enthusiastic students ventured to take the Globe Fellowship and the junior exams. The May procession was a splendid affair in which the students from the .first grade to the twelfth participated. SCENE 4 For four years we worked and studied, always climbing higher up the ladder of learning, until we reached the rung which has written on it high school graduation. It is difficult to explain the amount of joy in our hearts, yet there is a tear of sorrow in our eyes intermingled with those of happiness. It is the tear of fond memories of our four years at Saint john High. Leon Patrick Lapointe, Class of '48 N I K j Qop1Q V6 LJ Vwmc, C5 .. 3, . .,.. E :.:: ::,:,...,V . 1 Z. .:E, A N, Q. V :'A .,.:: T Ezv iygki fmg i w A jg? g V L x. , A N ' .2 iv ,, f W nf g 1 7 mf? Azm., ' ,1, ,. ii gf . ...- I x is I 5 BEF? , - ..,, , ,H '2, fizfecv- .. Q. M k za: f X wgwwzixzy -was S,QpxwS'4 '-, + ' 7 .. ,i,,gg.nffj . - Tgwgixu ,, -4 , , , -, Rm fw K n5Z1i :- fax. .M A X- Qfi. 3. 1 Xt 4 N aj an W X and fix -Q--P1 . Ww..,W,ii f 1. ,, -'-' ': ' f ,. n ? 45 ' 1A !E ' 2SL 7 A is E: I ..: r It Y A M nw A :ig :-. ..,-: E 31.4, -5 -K GH, -L , -1 I t V- Y In -A,.:.f..:k. .: 1 h i Ii F qt f-Qin HJ, ,,.. E vt' ' f ':,.:.,V .,- --1-' P ' 'P A- -' ' --'--'Q' 1 f A - 3 ev QBQNME5 xx S is Q is Q jr gs L 'Ni W wx' B1 K , X . N Q, Q Q .W --: I fra. .3 ,.., , 3 -..: : - -4.4, ami A V ' f' W ff x ? , y - L E5 -3' ' T '- 1233,- f',1 ' .Y - f f:':Q'2Q5 ' n .rf AQUILA PAGE 45 I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-lvl-I-lvl-I-I-I-I-lvl-I-I-I-I-I Class Prophecy T is the year 1958, the month is May, and the date, the 15th. Everyone has come to New York so that he may experience the spectacular event that is about to take place. For in exactly one hour the Moonbeam will take off for its journey into the unknown world. The members of this expedition will remain there till they have accomplished all they planned. It is about time that I introduce you to the famous inventor of the Moon- beam, Jimmy Long, who, after his graduation at St. John, made remarkable advances and discoveries in the field of science. The men making the expedition are Henry Sullivan, Frank Sullivan, jerry Crawford, Paul Boucher, and john Shea. I wish you could see them dressed in their helmet suits. It is now time for the Moonbeam to take its departure. , President Paul Burke is here to wish the expedition good luck and success. The rocket is start- ing to move into position and now - there it goes. We can't even see it any more. The crowd is starting to move away and who should bump into me but Patricia Sullivan and Mary Donovan. They are work- ing as private secretaries to Raymond Bean and Eddie McCann, who are managing the National Stores all over the nation. Pat, Mary, and I decide we are hungry and so proceed to find a place to eat. We don't have to go far, for in the distance looms a large sign that reads, Come to Spike's, Double Decker Sandwiches Only. Pat said she knew that Ursula Beres was in New York working as a psychiatrist. So we went to the World Psychology Institution where we were told that we would have to wait an hour. We were conducted to the waiting room by Joyce Kiley, Ursula's able assistant. After a satisfactory conversation, we went to the R.'K. O. The Girl From Concord, was playing with Kitty Quimby in the leading part. She certainly did make a success of her career. After leaving Pat and Mary, I went to the Waldorf to stay. I discovered that Bob Cross and Roger Faretra were running that world famous hotel. In my room I turned on the radio and a familiar soprano voice filled the room. The announcer said I had been listening to Margaret Spaulding, featured with one of today's most popular bands led by Leo Landry, king of the jazz world, who has given it a new type of music. PAGE 46 AQUILA -I-I-.1-1-1-I-A1-1-f-f-f-f.f.f.f.f.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,,, In the lobby next morning someone approached me. I hardly recognized Joyce Jackson in her swanky black outfit. Joyce and I had a long chat. She had gone to Paris to study and there had met and married a famous French professor. At dinner time Joyce said she knew that at the Silver Palace we could be served the most delectable food cooked by Philip McKenna, who was now the head chef. We hadn't been eating very long when we noticed a very attractive red head acting as hostess. She gave us a big smile and then Joyce said, Isn't that Sally Healy? Yes, it was and she must have recognized us, because she came over to speak. Sally was a success as a hostess. She had an appointment at Mlle. Mineau's for a beauty treatment at 3:00. Paula has be- come very famous and guarantees she can make a most beautiful woman out of anyone who comes for her massages. That evening I attended a piano concert. Upon looking at the tiny figure seated at the piano through my opera glasses I be- held Marion Thomas. Next morning being Sunday, I went to St. Patrick's Cathedral where a familiar figure caught my eye. Father Jack Ahearn in the pulpit was stating that American youth was irresponsible and that their parents should not spoil them. I picked up the newspapers and read, New Secretary of Agri- culture, John Nemiccolof' On the next page I found that here in the city of New York the National Pharmaceutical Conven- tion was being held with Chester Barrett as its President. Chester was operating a group of chain stores with a layout like Nault's. On the ever popular sports page I read that Bill Jacobs was the pitcher for the Red Sox. He has pitched a no-hit, no-run game many times in the season. Of course, I did not neglect the comic section of the paper where I found Paul McCauley's name signed to the cartoons. A fire siren was making an awful racket and then I heard the trucks coming by. The fire was just across the street. My, such excitement! Fire Chief Dick Merrill drove up and there standing in the street directing trallic and keeping order was Pat Lapointe, Chief of Police. . I decided that after all the excitement of the past two days I would make a visit to the Public Library. At the main desk Beatrice Bolduc recognized me right off. She was the supervisor of all the libraries in New York. A smartly dressed woman ap- proached the desk. Beatrice asked me if I knew that Claire AQUILA PAGE 47 lclulllslllolllulllul'l,IlIalslofi,lffclolvllllltlololllclol McGrath was living here. We then had a friendly chat with her and discovered she was private Secretary to the Gay Express Co. Back in my hotel room I turned on my radio. Bob Longchamp was giving all the latest news. He was the favorite commentator of the country today. He announced that Basil French had just secured the presidency of the A. F. L. I guessed that Basil was going all out for the working man. Another announcement at- tracted my attention. Bob said that Admiral Conley was making a trip to China on a new ship, The Concordia, which inci- dentally was christened by Helen Locke. I was now able to settle down and make myself comfortable for the night. Next morning, I had two letters, one from Mary Horne and another from Katherine Dennen. Mary was a gov- erness for the children of a famous heart specialist, Danny Dono- van. Kitty wrote me a very newsy letter and brought back many fond memories. She herself had stayed in Concord and was teaching with Beatrice Gaudette. Frank Lyons had studied civil engineering and with his knowledge was changing Concord com- pletely into one of the most modern cities in the country. Kitty assured me that I would hardly recognize it. Donald Wessen was mayor and had done much to promote this project. Concord now had a lake. She then went on to tell me of the New Con- cord Hospital that we used to hear so much about in school. Theresa Barry was the superintendent and jean Lassonde was working there as a laboratory technician. Robert Sweeney had become a missionary priest and was now in Africa. Pat Nolin and Pat Kelly had done a wonderful job keeping the youth of Concord out of trouble with their social work. My, this had been a glorious vacation, but I must get back to my kitchen laboratory where all the latest food concoctions are awaiting my unwilling attention. Roger Faretm '48 Theresa Feltault '48 PAGE 48 'l'l'lll'lllcla1.1 AQUILA -I-I-f-.I-.r-I-I-1-1-1'-1-A1--f-.1--f.f.J-.1-.,, Initial Indications Paula Mineau Jack Ahearn Robert Longchamp Theresa Barry Jerry Crawford Richard Hannon Paul Burke Sally Healy Margaret Spaulding Frank Lyons John Shea Philip McKenna Helen Locke Mary Donovan Patricia Kelley Katherine Dennen William Jacobs Chester Barrett Raymond Bean Joyce Kiley Paul Boucher Jean Lassonde Beatrice Gaudette Leo Landry Patricia Nolin Henry Sullivan Edward McCann Donald Wessen Ursula Beres Daniel Donovan Mary Horne Richard Merrill Patricia Sullivan Polite Miss Just All-round Radio Listener True Belle Jolly Capers Really Hungry Polite Booster Soft Heart Magnificent Spirit Footlight Leader Just Shy Polished Manners Happy Lass Merry Devotee Pretty Kitten Kindly Dainty Willing Jester Cooperative Boy Really Bashful Judiciously Kind Positively Bright Joyful Lass Beautifully Grand Lasting Laughter Pretty Nice Happy Scientist Earnest Man Doesn't Worry Utterly Benign Daring Diplomat Merry Heart Rare Man Powerful Smile AQUILA lilflllllllilll Paul McAuley Marion Thomas Robert Sweeney Claire McGrath Kathleen Quimby Robert Cross Roger Faretra Leon Lapointe John Nemiccolo Francis Sullivan Basil French Joyce Jackson' Theresa Feltault James Long Beatrice Bolduc john Conley PAGE 49 -iff-I-1-1.f.f-f.1.1-1--I..l.l.,,-.,1-nf.,-.1-.f.,, Positively Masculine Mighty Tiny Rarely Satisfying Classy Miss Kindly Quiet Regal Critic Rare Fellow Lavishly Loyal just Nonchalant Fine Spirit Baseball Find jolly jewel True Friend jitterbug Lad Bashful Bee jubilant Collaborator Class of '48 --Q Sf .x.w-M L., lp qvgmg Q g ! m :-Qh'::'SQ- .N Q.. 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Realiz- ing that we are on the brink of departing from our recent happy and prosperous life at St. john's, we, the Class of 1948, do hereby draw up our last will and testament now, so that we will be able to bequeath all our rich gifts before we grow too old to think or write. To the faculty: ' To Monsignor Buckley we leave our humblest thanks and deepest appreciation for the many golden opportunities he has afforded us in our four memorable years at St. John's. To Father Boner we leave the privilege of purchasing the first new car of his delight in town each year. With wishes and fond hopes of continual success we leave Father O'Leary a Hourishing new crop of Drum Corps aspirants. To Father Burke we surrender six more sparkling damsels of this year's calibre to lead the cheering sections at next year's athletic events. To Sister Juliana we leave a public speaking system so that all messages may be relayed throughout the school with speed and easiness. To Sister Florian we leave a movie of Julius Caesar to be shown annually to her Sophomore English students who have difficulty in grasping all that is contained in this Shakespearean drama. We leave news that next term Sister Cornelia will find French students from Paris in her class, who have perfect pronunciation of this simple language. To Sister Amatus we leave a class of potential physicists who will attempt to improve the atomic bomb. To Sister Salvatoris we will twenty electric typewriters with all of the latest attachments, also several dictographs and dictophones for next year's commercial classes. To Sister Eulalia we donate all controlling stocks in a famous PAGE 52 AQUILA lflilhlilll'I''lil''.l'lll.l'.l .l'l'.l'll I .l I l l'.I'l'llI ll.l'l' greeting card company so that the good work of charity in her classes and clubs will continue to increase. To Sister Maureen we leave a very practical waste-basket- emptying machine so that the boys' lunch room will continue to sparkle and shine even in our absence. We relieve Sister Vianney of our presence and hope that the future seniors will appreciate the advantage of having among them this kind person. To individuals: Paul Burke leaves his writing prowess to Paul Dorias. Theresa Barry yields her unique laugh to William Mahon. Chester Barrett donates his height to Raymond Mayhew. Joyce jackson assigns her jovial personality to Madeline Pluff. Pat Lapointe leaves his dignified political attitude to George Carroll. Kathleen Quimby leaves her easy manner to Henrietta Mayhew. James Long endows his scientific ability to David Tardiff. Paula Mineau, Ursula Beres and Patricia Nolin relinquish their honorary positions in the better-late-than never club to some future senior girls, who may also find it difficult to hear the ear piercing shrieks of ol' alarm clock so early in the morning. jerry Crawford wills his fabulous muscles to Norman Lavoie. Theresa Feltault bequeaths her distinguished walk to Ralph Faretra. Helen Locke wills her love for good sportsmanship to Barbara Mayo. john Ahearn leaves his trolley cars to Pierre Boucher and Paul Dorais so that they may transport the Penacook students to St. john's daily. Margaret Spaulding transfers her position as class vocalist to William Spain. Robert Cross wills his acting ability to Ellen Downing. Marion Thomas surrenders her tall-little-short girl position to Thomas Perham. Dick Merrill and Basil French leave their gold-fish-killing ability to Herbert Quinn and Pierre Boucher with the advice that they do not use it during biology class. AQUILA PAGE 53 'I I .l .l l'l'.l I -ltlu.l'o.l'll -1 -IKMIWI'.l'l'.l'.I .l'.I'.l:ll'I .l llI Joyce Kiley leaves her vim and vigor to her sister Margaret so the Kiley way of getting things done will continue to enliven St. John's. Henry Sullivan, the retiring St. john's boxing champion, leaves his skill in the art of pugilism to another fast man, Billy Finney. Sally Healy leaves her long brown locks to William Cimikoski. Donald Wessen abandons his back seat and hopes that the sup- posed replacement, Richard Croteau, will apply all of his mechan- ical genius in removing the squeaky noises that were so evident during history tests. Patricia Sullivan and Beatrice Gaudette relinquish their typing speed to Elissa Cannistraro and Richard Mahon. Robert Longchamp and Francis Sullivan leave their abundantly equipped library of alibis with an excuse for every little occasion to Leo Ritchie and Richard Wescott. Beatrice Bolduc leaves her geographical knowledge of the South to Carol Sturtevant. Robert Sweeney and Richard Hannon leave on unfriendly terms with each other. This is understood by the fact that their short-lived sandwich business showed no profit because of Mr. Hannon's wholesale consumption of Sweeney's crisp delicacies. Mary Horne leaves her long eye lashes to Larry Guay. Paul McCauley wills his basketball ability and sharp eyes for the hoop to James Lafford. Ed McCann leaves vacant his managerial position at the First National Store in order to further his education at New Hamp- shire State University. John Shea wills his bring 'em back alive hunting ability to John Harrison so that he may supply the biology lab with many interesting specimens. Leo Landry wills his captivating by-line of double talk to some junior who thinks he can pass the rigid qualifications tests. Philip McKenna leaves his mastery of the French language to Betty Crutchfield. jean Lassonde leaves her willing ways to Marianne McKenna. john Conley and Frank Lyons leave their card tricks to Donald Sartorelli and Anthony Sorrenty. PAGE 54 AQUILA .1-I-f-.iw1-f.f.f.,-.,-.1-.,.,-.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.f.f.f.,.f.,.,,.,-.J Pat Kelley bequeaths her unblemished attendance record to Virginia Daley. William Jacobs surrenders his drawing ability to Priscilla Mayo. Mary Donovan and Claire McGrath leave their bubble gum sup- ply to Maxine Cozzi and Maureen Sullivan. Daniel Donovan leaves his deep voice to Phyllis Maloney. Katherine Dennen bequeaths her silence to Ronald Falzone. John Nemiccolo and Paul Boucher leave their inexhaustible supply of historic facts and events to any history scholars of next year's senior class who lind the subject diilicult. Roger Faretra leaves his shining automobile to some industrial Morrill School student with the request that the recipient, after his patience has been exhausted, find a nice junk yard with digni- fied company for the car's last resting place. Raymond Bean wills his singing ability to Frances Welch. Thus having overdrawn our now exhausted supply of pos- sessions we, the oft-commended class of one thousand nine hundred and forty-eight A. D., do, in the presence of dignified witnesses, sign our approval of this our last and most charitable act. Class of '48 Francis Xavier Sullivan AQUILA PAGE 55 .l l'.l l'.l I l'ffl'I .l'.I .f l'l'.l .l'.I l''l'.I l l'.l'.l l'.l .l'.l' S is for the sorrow that last days bringg T is for the teachers who gave us everythingg J is for the joyousness of many days of cheerg O is for the occasions which sometimes brought a tearg H is for the Heaven we one day hope to graceg N is for the cherished names we loved in this dear place. H is for the health that marshalled us alwaysg I is for the idleness which interspersed our daysg G is for the graciousness that makes our years grow brightg H is for the honesty to lead our lives aright. S is for serenity, trait of a cultured mindg C is for the courtesy students seek to findg H is for the happiness over towering allg O is for order, Heaven's lirst lawg O is for omissions we all regretg L is for loyalty to a school we'll ne'er forget. Class of '48 Helen Locke S? 52 Su- SCN s s s s 5 s 5 s s 1 s w s s s s s s s s s s s 525 Es S5 RS ADE LE CHEER AQUILA PAGE 57 IRI'l l'l'l'l'IMI''iff''l l'.l l'll'I'.l'.l'.I .l .l .l'l'.l'I'l'a We Are Grateful Monsignor Senior Classroom Saint john High School Concord, New Hampshire June 20, 1948 Right Reverend Jeremiah S. Buckley 72 South Main Street Concord, New Hampshire Right Reverend and dear Monsignor: The year nineteen hundred and forty-eight has been one of the happiest years of our lives. It is all because of your kindness and generosity. You were the one who made it possible for us to attend every football and basketball game this year. We want you to know that we appreciate deeply everything you have done for us. We are proud to have been cheerleaders for Saint john High School. We have tried to be everything that you would want us to be and hope that we have been success- ful in this attempt. Respectfully and thankfully yours, The Cheerleaders of 1948 Sally Healy Theresa Feltault Helen Locke Joyce Jackson Kathleen Quimby Margaret Spaulding PAGE 58 AQUILA l'l'4.l'.l .li'l .I l'.l I .I''I l'l'I''I''I''.I'll'v.l .lu,l'l,1'cj'aj'p,fa,1a,1n,1' Coach Arthur Toll HE roof seemed to have fallen on Saint john High football prospects for the 1947 season. First of all, the graduation of most of the members of the highly regarded 1946 Varsity squad left in us a gloomy feeling. Then came the announcement that Coach Moriarty was setting out for richer pastures. All hope for a successful season was dimmed and the morale of the under- grad was very low until the inspiring news that the very popular Arthur Toll had been appointed head coach of basketball was pub- licized. We knew Mr. Toll because he had refereed some of our games and had been a spectator at others. His calm deliberation had impressed us and his sympathetic understanding had made us feel that here was a friend. After only three weeks of practice, the spring game with Dover resulted in a relapse of hope regarding a successful fall campaign. A lot was learned in this game and Coach Toll spent many an hour during the ensuing summer in correcting weak- nesses and developing a stronger attack. Closer association with Mr. Toll during the early fall developed a mutual feeling between the coach and the boys. He told us that we could win if we really wanted to do so. The results of the inspiration that he infused in us is written in the record books. All the gang needed was the first touchdown to over- come the so-called inferiority complex. Enough cannot be said for the laudable work done by our friendly and faithful coach both on and off the field. His super- vision and guidance often extended to the personal problems of the boys. He always practiced what he preached, he taught more by example than by words. Later in life when we review in memory the victories of 1947, we shall always spot-light our spark plug, Mr. Toll, a truly great coach and an outstanding and honest gentleman. Francis Sullivan '48 AQUILA PAGE 59 '-f-I-I-I-.f-f-1-f-f-,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,-1-1-1-.1-I 6 . iii? KE' if QV! 35 3 COACH ARTHUR TOLL 2?-i '51 22 S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 Sa. 50 55 SS SQUAD OTBALL FO 1 4 .E AQUILA PAGE 61 -lalnlolulnlolvlllvlll'IMI'ffl'lvll.I I l'I .l .l'.l'.I .l'.l .l'.l' Football OACH Toll called his candidates out for spring practice as there was so much to be done. He got acquainted with the boys and recognized their capabilities. This practice was to be clinched by a spring game with Dover High. The game was played in a field layered with six inches of mud, and the inexperienced football gladiators were blanked by a crushing 19 to 0 defeat. The critics and grandstand quarterbacks lost no time in censuring the gridders and prophesied that the great Saint john teams were a dream of the past. The following September, however, when Coach Toll brought out his forces again, the boys were ready to go, completely dis- regarding their biting defeat of the previous spring. The fol- lowing gridiron encounters soon made people sit up and take notice of the never-say-die green-clad warriors. The season was a triumphant one for the boys and their fol- lowers and the season's most encouraging outcome was the 6 to 6 tie with Dover which the forces of St. john considered a moral victory. The records revealed five wins, three ties, and one or two defeats. A very satisfying note was sounded when the announcement was made that Pat Lapointe, hard-working center for the Irish had been named to the second string All-State team. Next fall should be another bright spot in the brilliant record of the Little Green with the return of seevnteen lettermen. Lost from the squad by graduation are Co-Captains john Nemiccolo and Dick Merrill, Bob Longchamp, Bob Sweeney, Frankie Sulli- van, Pat Lapointe, Don Wessen, jack Ahearn, Danny Donovan, Basil French, and Leo Landry. Donald Everett Wessen '48 PAGE 62 AQUILA IPIL!'IlI'I'l'If,111II'IMI'IWIWIIl'l'l'I'l'l I I I .l'l'I l Coach William Haller HEN we stop at a service garage for gas, oil, or car inspec- tion we find that all of the labor is provided with gracious- ness and a smile. Both are paid for by the workman's salary. In our school our basketball squad is trained in a first-class fashion with graciousness and a smile by a self-sacrificing man whose love for youth causes him to sacrifice evenings at home to work up teams of boys to play a good, decent, clean game. Frequently when the going is hard and the boys are about down and out, Coach Haller makes a speech that gives pep and vigor to go out and fight harder than ever. To him winning is not all-important. Good sportsmen must do their very best and if they lose they must lose manfully and then begin all over again. A season of defeat is only the cloud that conceals the silver lining of a succeeding year of victory. The example of Coach Haller does us as much good as his training and teaching. He is a real man and an excellent Catho- lic. We want to be like him in later years. We cannot express ample gratitude for all that Coach Haller has done for our school over a period of years and is still doing with boundless generosity and kindness. May our dear Lord love and bless him and his good family for many future years. Francis Sullivan '48 AQUILA ' PAGE 65 'I-1-I-1-r'lv1-l-1-l-f'l-i-l-I-1-I-l'l-1-1-I-AI-I-I-I-Al-l-f- COACH WILLIAM HALLER 551 xc gi S 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 F S 5 5 x QE SE 55 SQUAD LL BASKETBA AQUILA PAGE 65 nlclujolalclulnlolxolololulolnlclulllulflalululnfslclslulsj Basketball HIS year's squad was not always blessed with the palm of victory, but it was always blessed with the spirit and will to win. From the very start it was outclassed, yet it survived with three victories. Yes, the season was hard at times, but never did the boys suc- cumb under the trial of defeat. The players lost the champion- ship, but they never forfeited the title of Fighting Irish. The team was spirited by Larry Reagan, the youthful soph- omore captain. Others who fought with him on the polished hard wood were Dick Merrill, Paul McAu1ey, johnny Nemiccolo, Leo Landry, Mike Ceriello, Don Wessen, George Cullen, jack Ahearn, Billy Jacobs, Basil French, Herbie Quinn, and Bill Cimikoski. Danny Donovan was manager. Six members will be lost by graduation, but Coach Haller has a nucleus for an excellent team next season. All students are behind that team with cheers, encouragement, and good will. Commencement may take some of the players, but it will not take the school spirit so necessary for successful sports. The Class of 1948 will watch with interest a successful quintet which will win every tournament in the coming basketball season. The schedule follows: Dec. 12-Franklin here. 20-So. Portland at Boston. 25-Lawrence Central here. 30-Dover here. Jan. 2-West at Manchester. 8-Cathedral at Manchester. 10-St. james at Haverhill. 16-Lebanon at Lebanon. 20-Franklin at Franklin. 28-Cathedral here. Feb. 3-Dover at Dover. 6--Central at Lawrence. 11-Spaulding here. 13-Lebanon here. ' 16-Manchester West here. 18-St. james here. 21--Central at Manchester. 27-Manchester Central here. March 5-Spaulding at Rochester. Leo Paul Landry '48 PAGE 66 AQUILA .1--1-I-I-.r-I-f-1-f-I-.1-f-1-.r-f-I-f-1-f-1.1.1-.,.,.,.,-.,.,.,, Coach Ivan Woods UR baseball coach has long been a familiar sight in sports about the city. Last year he assisted Coach Kelly and this year he has undertaken the responsibility of preparing our young DiMaggios for the baseball diamond. A busy man who has a family and the jenney Gas station to care for, Coach Woods is nevertheless a conscientious worker whose every leisure moment is given to teaching his young charges the rules of baseball. He has done a very creditable job in the short time that he has taken over. This jovial gentleman claims that anybody can play baseball if he tries, and if someone disagrees, he will get a quick, Look at me! I never pitched a game in my life, yet I struck out the first three men at the bat when I was put in as a substitutef' All of the boys say that they think the world of him despite his energetic manner of doing business. All in all, win, lose, or draw, he is a good sport and that is the one ability that he de- mands of each and every player on his team. Henry Carpenter Sullivan '48 AQUILA PAGE 67 .,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,,,. COACH IVAN Woons PAGE 68 AQUILA S 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 S 5 5 5 5 5 UAD SQ BASEBALL AQUILA PAGE 69 lllflllll 'lil'l l'l l .l .l .l''ffl'lf!'I'.I'Il.l'.l I'l .l'.l'.l .l Baseball AINT John High can boast of many baseball enthusiasts who cannot resist the magnetic attraction of the baseball diamond. When potential players were informed that practice would begin in April, more than thirty young men lined up for selection for various positions. Rookies as well as seasoned veterans are included in the group that makes the dust Hy at Rollins Park. Billy Jacobs, Frankie Sullivan, Don Wessen, jack Ahearn, Danny Donovan, Basil French, Bill Cimikoski, Pierre Boucher, Paul Landry, George Cullen, Mike Ceriello, jimmy McDonald, and Donald jelly are among the more experienced players. A fourteen-game schedule has been planned with the initial game at Dover on May third and the last game here with the same team. The complete schedule follows: May Dover Dover High May Rochester Spaulding May Concord St. joseph High May Nashua Nashua High May Pittsfield Pittsfield High May Concord Penacook May Concord Pittsfield High May Franklin Franklin High May Concord Nashua High May Penacook Penacook High June Concord Franklin June Concord Spaulding june Concord Dover High Iolan Francis Abearn ' 48 PAGE 70 AQUILA 'fwf-f-1-1-1-1--f-1-1-1-1-1-1-f-f-1-f-I.,-.f.f.f.,-.,.,-.,.,., Tuning- In Monsignor Buckley -- Our Best to You Father Boner - Tell Me a Story Father O'Leary - The Big Brass Band Father Burke - An Irish Lullaby Sister Juliana - Love's Old Sweet Song Sister Florian - Ave Maria Sister Cornelia -- For You Alone Sister Amatus - Ninety-Nine Green Apples Sister Salvatoris - The Rosary Sister Eulalia - Patience and Fortitude Sister Maureen - Serenade of the Bells Sister Vianney - It Had to Be You Chester Barrett - Deck of Cards Jack Ahearn - I Can't Be Wrong Theresa Barry - Personality Raymond Bean - Why Does It Get So Late So Early Ursula Beres -- I Understand Beatrice Bolduc - In a Little Book Shop Robert Sweeney - Drifting and Dreaming Paul Burke - To Each His Own Beatrice Gaudette - The Secretary Song john Shea - Oh, Johnnie Leon Lapointe - My Girl's an Irish Girl Paul Boucher - Aren't You Glad You're You? Jean Lassonde - Full of Fun and Fancy Free jimmy Long - Oh, How We Danced Bob Longchamp - I'll Be Seeing You Helen Locke - Because John Conley - A Good Man Is Hard to Find Jerry Crawford - Blackjack Robert Cross - School Daysn Donald Wessen - That's My Ideal Patricia Nolin - Beautiful Dreamer Sally Healy - Heartbreaker Margaret Spaulding - Peg o' My Heart Daniel Donovan - Danny Boy Leo Landry - Laugh Your Troubles Away Henry Sullivan - Leave the Dishes in the Sink, Ma' gn Q AQUILA PAGE 71 l'l l'.l l'I'll'll.l'0.l'.l .l .l l'.l'I .l'.I .I -1 -fi'-1'1 -l l l'.l l'l Kathleen Quimby - Stardust Patricia Kelley - I Don't Know How She Does It Joyce Kiley - Stairway to the Stars Bill Jacobs - Take Me Out to the Ball Game Joyce jackson - All the Little Things You Are Katherine Dennen - Kitten on the Keys Roger Faretra - Why? Theresa Feltault - Sweet and Lovely Mary Donovan - Saturday Date Paula Mineau - Sleepy Time Gal Basil French - Smoke Gets in Your Eyes Paul McAuley - The Boy with the Beautiful Eyes Mary Horne - Graduation Day Richard Hannon - Pickle in the Middle with the Mustard on Tvpt' Claire McGrath - Love Is Wonderful Marion Thomas - Pianissimo Patricia Sullivan - I've Got Rhythm Francis Sullivan -- Guilty Frank Lyons - Beg Your Pardon John Nemiccolo -- Love Letters Edward McCann - I Get a Kick Out of You Richard Merrill- Blue Skies Philip McKenna - I Know a Little Bit About a Lot of Things Excuses - Doin' What Comes Naturally Exams - I've Got a Feeling I'm Falling A's - Dreams Report Cards - How Soon? Lunch Hour - Cement Mixers Graduation - Now Is the Hour Class of '48 ,O nr H-5 1' Q J .. rx ,S , 35+ ,. , U. Q3 4, fl f Y, , R Q ,QQ W X X 1' ix X 1' Q: CX X H UMW . 9 'ev H no -93 LL SM SQHATE UUREELVQE' Vg ' 'L ' A fm 10 WE AQUILA PAGE 75 f'l'.f'I'l-lllllllII'IIIfIoIfIIlfIPlllvlvlllvlvlvlvl-111:11,ll Commencement Communion was just 'a grammar grader, In the years that are gone away, But a memory ne'er has faded, Oh! I'm glad to have it stay. It was graduation Sunday When I watched the senior class, Girls in white and boys well-mannered, Present at nine-thirty Mass. Up they filed to God's grand altar, There to take Him to their heart. What a vision for onlookers! How it made emotion start! Now this year we too are seniors, To God's altar we shall go. May that fervent Holy Banquet Keep us pure and white as snow. Sally Ioan Healy PAGE 74 f-f-,f.f.f.f.f.f.f.f.f.,,-.f.f.,f.f.f.f.,,.,-.f.,,.,, The Ideal Senior Girl Has Theresa Barryls personality, Helen Locke's vitality, Joyce Kiley's brain, Ursula Beres's dimples, Joyce jackson's smile, Kitty Quimby's soft voice, Margaret Spau1ding's giggles, Paula Mineau's good nature, Sally Healy's golden locks, Theresa Feltau1t's sparkling eyes, Marion Thomasis musical speed, Claire McGrath's gentleness, Mary Donovan's stature, Pat Nolin's sense of humor, Jean Lassonde's determination, Beatrice Bolduc's cheerfulness, Kitty Dennerfs crystal wit, Beatrice Gaudette's common sense, Pat Ke1ley's friendly manner, Mary Horne's frankness, Pat Sullivan's ambition. Marion Thomas '48 -1-I-1.1 AQUILA 'Ill AQUILA PAGE 75 -I''I''I'I'I'I'I'I'.l .l'l.I'l.l'.l l'l'.l0l'I'.ll.I'11011111-101111101 The Ideal Senior Boy Has John Conley's personality, Leon Lapointe's scholastic ability, Jack Ahearn's blue eyes, Paul Burke's radio voice, Robert Sweeney's quiet manner, Roger Faretra's historical knowledge, Jimmy Long's scientific mind, Leo I.andry's sense of humor, Frankie Lyons's courtesy, Ray Bean's wit, Hap Sullivan's frankness, Don Wessen's physique, Chester Barrett's quiet nature, Paul McAuley's red curls, Bob Longchamp's smooth dancing, Bill jacob's deep voice, john Nemicco1o's artistic ability, Basil French's teeth, Jerry Crawford's pranks, Daniel Donovan's dramatic awareness, Philip McKenna's height, Eddie McCann's winning grin, Richard Hannon's carefree manner, Richard Merrill's athletic keenness, john Shea's blushes, Francis Sullivan's ambition, Paul Boucher's geniality, Robert Cross's poetic repertoire. Theresa Barry ' 48 PAGE 76 AQUILA 'l I'.1 .lll .l l'l l'.I I'I .l l'l'l'l'I I I'l'l'.lIlflflllflll Girls' Basketball SURPRISE was sprung on all Senior and junior girls when in March, Father Burke announced plans for girls' basketball. Immediately some thirty athletically-minded lassies donned sneakers and shorts and met at Saint john's Hall every Saturday afternoon. What fun there was under the direction of Mrs. Crowley, a most understanding coach and her able assistant Mrs. Healy! We learned the rules of the game and organized teams. There were no scheduled games this year but the earnestness displayed by the opposing intra-mural teams equalled that of any well-trained groups. Prospects for next year are bright. Enthusiasm has seeped through the entire student body. There should be several teams from the various classes that would offer plenty of intra-class com- petition. Paula Mineau '48 AQUILA ' PAGE 77 'lflllflfl'lullI'.l l ..l .l'l.l'.l .l .l'IIIIIII'.l'I'.l -l l'.l l'l'l Alumni Notes THE CLASS OF 1947 Attending Mount Saint Mary College: Shirley Baker, Patricia Branswell, Patricia Donahue, Rita Lacaillade, Constance Long, Kathleen Ryan, Elizabeth Supry. At Holy Cross College: Robert King. At Regis College: Ceslaus King. At New Hampshire State University: Virginia King, Thomas McCready. At Saint Anselm College: William Veroneau. At Northeastern University: jean Van Matter. At Plymouth Teachers' College: Raymond Bolduc, Robert Foy, Robert West. In the Business World : Jacqueline Roy, Beverly Branswell, Mary Callahan, Helen Donahue, Kenneth Casey, Dorothy Cullen, Sarah King, john Dennen, Dolores Mailhot, Robert Curdie, Carmen Fortune, Patricia Geary, Dorothy King, Joseph West- cott, Robert White, Donald White, Robert Crutchfield, Leonard Clark, Thomas Donovan, Yolanda Palisi, Charles Odette, John Sartorelli, Stanley Paskowski, joseph McAuley. At Saint Joseph Hospital Training School : Mary Mahon. THE CLASS OF 1946 At Boston College: John Parla, Joseph O'Shea, Frank Stackpole. At Notre Dame University: William Walsh. CONGRATULATIONS Engagements: Laura Dupont, '46, Peter King, '38, Weddings: Anne Gilleran, '45, to Edward King, '40: Corrine Van Marter, '41, to john Lanigan, '38g Beatrice Cozzi, '37, to Thomas Kiley, '40: Neil Collins, '39: Cecil Knight, '41g Philip King, '43: Marguerite Labranche, '46g Frances Spaulding ,'45g PAGE 78 AQUILA If-I-I-1-f-1-I-I-I-f-I-I-I-.I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-.r-f-1-ff-,,.,-.,., Winifred Harrison, '46, Marie Drouin, '47, Jacqueline Roy '47, Evelyn Landry, '43, Lorraine Poirier, '46, to Leo Mayo, ex'47. Visitors from CHERUBLAND: Sharon Faretra to Mr. and Mrs. CPauline Spaulding, '40D Noel Faretrag Thomas Pillsbury to Mr. and Mrs. CLillian Odette, '46J Thomas Pillsbury, Muriel Rollins to Mr. and Mrs. CCharlotte Spaulding, '40J Rollins. Q GRADUATIONS Thomas Donovan, 35, from Boston College Law School. Passed New Hampshire and Massachusetts Bar examinations. Our con- gratulations! Peter King, '38, from Harvard Law School. Congratulations! Arthur Donovan, ,40, from Tufts Medical. Interneship at Yale. Best wishes for success! E john King, '41, from Georgetown. Congratulations! SYMPATHY The Class of 1948 extends sincere sympathy to Reverend Father Burke and John Harrison whose beloved mothers died during the year, and to Joyce, Margaret, and Charlene Kiley whose dear father also died. Joyce Jackson '48 AQUILA PAGE 79 -lafainfaloloiuI-IfI-fffufalalnfnfnfnfofslofu1-1.1.1--1-.1-.,, School Motto F ides-Caritas-Veritas Faith-Charity-Truth School Song Fides-the light that shines through darkness, Caritas-the glowing flame that set the world on fire, Veritas-the sword of God's Crusaders As they press on, higher ever higher! Refrain Upon our banner, Read the motto Blazoned there in shining gold. FAITH to guide us, TRUTH to lead us, LOVE to lend us strength untold! These the gifts we've learned to love and honor, In the years so swiftly past and gone, So to thee we pledge allegiance, Alma Mater, loved ST. JOHN! Happy the hours we've spent together, On our mem'ry graven they shall be our own forever! AVE ET VALE! as we turn to meet ' The future, planning brave endeavor! Refrain AQUILA PAGE 81 -1-1-ff1-1-1.f-ff,f-I-fvl.l-1-ff,-.1-.f,,-.1-.1-.,f.f.,1-.,,-.,,-Lf.,-.1 Qlvlolvlolalululnlulu,lalalolulalnlnlolululslalula? - Q Q HE SENIORS of the CLASS of 1948 wish to 2 express their gratitude and heartfelt appre- S ciation to the professional and business firms and 2 to the individuals who, by contributing compli- Q mentary cards, have made the fifteenth edition E of AQUILA a possibility. Q S , - M,.1-1.f-1-I-I-.l-1-1-I-1-ff!-1-1--1-1-I ,l.,1-.1-.,,.,N 1.1.1-1-f.,f,f-f.1--f-,1.,l.1.,f. 1.1.1.1 Compliments of JOHN M. ALLEN PENACOOK, N. H. THE HEIGHTS SUPER MARKET LOUDON ROAD PLEASANT LAKE CASINO FERNS OIL COMPANY MR. AND MRS. PLEASANT VALLEY FRED RAYNO LODGE DENNISON 8: MORRILL DR. DUNBAR SHIELDS M OT OR C0- 1-1.1-1 1-1-1.1nfn1-ff-1-1.1.1.f-.1.1-1-,f-f.1.f.f-1-1.1.1.1.I PAGE 82 -lvlvlflv I-I-I-I-111.1-I 1-1--1-.1.1-1ff.f.1-1--1.1-1-ff.,f.141-'Inf-1 fi' FOY TIRE COMPANY FS- -f-f-1-f-.1-.I-I-f-.1.1--I-I-.r-1-1.1-.f.,.,., PAGE 83 I-J-1.1.1-.f.f.f.f.f.f.f.f.1,f,f,fy.1.1.1-.1-.f.f.f.f.,.,.,. C ompliment: of SULLIVAN DRUG CO., F. X. VERONEAU PENACOOK ABBOTTS PHARMACY CONCORD DAIRY 45 WASHINGTON ST. BUY COTT BEVERAGES ENDICOTT JQHNSQN 14 Quality Flavors SHOE STORE DIXUN H. TURCOTTE I.. DIVERSI 8: Attorney COMPANY I'II'I'Inf'I'I'I'IIII'IIf1'IP1'IlIIfl-lolvlalolnlqlflnl-1.1-1 PAGE 84 I-,I-1.1-1-I-1-1.1-1-1-,1-41-,fnf-.J--,f.,ff1'-1.1.1-I-1,1-I-1.1.1 Compliments of SILVER BROS. CQNQQRD STREET MANCHESTER, N. H. MARKET C ot! Quality Beverages EASTMAN MERRILL sl DUNN'S SPORT SHOP Insurance MONITOR-PATRIOT BROWN 8: SALTMARSH GENE H, MAY0 WILLIAM J. ROACH 1-f.f.f-1.1.I--1.1.1.1-.,.1-.f.f.1.1.1-.1.1-.1--1.1-.I.,-.,.,.,,,. PAGE 85 1.1.1 -I-lvl-I-I-I-I-lol-I-1.1-1.fn1.,f-I-.1-1.1.,f.1-.1-.1-.,,.,,-.,,-.,,. Compliments of ! LILLIOS' MARKET A FRIEND DON DROUIN'S ORCHESTRA AGNES V. SULLIVAN THE VICTORY STORE SUMMIT FARMS MCGRATH'S BAKERY I NAULT'S PHARMACY PATSY'S GARAGE PAGE 86 -1.1-.1-,f-.1-,f-,fu,1.,1'-1-.,f-,f.1-.,1-.,l.,f.1--,lvfw1-1-1-1.1-1.1 J I-I-I-I-.I-I-I-.I-1-I-.I-.r-Af-f-f-f-f-f-f-f-f-f-f-f-1.1.1-.,,. Compliments of M. D. R O SS W. L. EICKETT CHEVROLET 81 COMPANY N. C. NELSON CO. Automolailey fewelerf William L. N utting Keegan-Contrucci Company, Inc. Muyzk Dodge and Plymouth PAGE 87 -1-.1-J--.1--f-I-.1-f.f.f.f-f-I-ff-I-f-f-f-1-f-I-f-1-J-1--f-1-.r-1 I I -I-I-f-f-I-I-f-I-I-f-1-f-f-.r-f-f.,.,.,.,,.,,.,-.,.,.,,.,-.,.,.,, Compliments of CHARLES H. MAY CITY COAL COMPANY EDWIN H. FIRTH JENNEY GAS STATION F. IVAN WOOD FRANK MCSWIN EY DENIS G. JENNINGS CONCORD PHOTO ENGRAVING CO. UNITED SHOE REPAIRING CO. f-f-.1-f-1--I-1-I-f-1-I-.1-f MACARTHUR GARAGE, INC. ..1.1-,J.1.1.1.1--1-.l.f..f.,,-.f.,,.,,.,. PAGE ss A I-f.f.f.f.1.f.1.f.f.f.f. 1-1-I-I-1-1.1-1-I.I.I.1.1.1-1.1 Compliments of SWEENEYS RESTAURANT 39 SOUTH MAIN STREET W. P. HAMEL Furniture und A pplzuncef -I-.Inf-111.14141-,1.1--,1'-,1-.,,-,f-1-,f PAGE 89 11.1.1-I-1-1-141-1-lei Robert F. Keane Plumbing Neil Hartnett representing N. G. Gurnsey Er Co. MANCHESTER, N. H. -1 -Ill-I-I-1-I-I-Inf-3.1.1-I-I-1,1-1-1.1.1-1-lvffjalhl'-lhlff' Compliments of FIRST NATIONAL BANK MECHANICKS NATIONAL BANK NATIONAL STATE CAPITAL BANK Members of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Members of the Concord Clearing House Association LOAN 8: TRUST SAVINGS BANK NEW HAMPSHIRE SAVINGS BANK MERRIMACK COUNTY SAVINGS BANK UNION TRUST COMPANY BOSTON FRUIT CO. A A FRIEND ALFRED j. CASCI KIMBALL'S STUDIO MISS ROSE DONOVAN ALOSA'S MARKET NICK'S GARAGE 1-.1-1,fel-1-1-1.1-inf-1.1-1.1-,ln1.1.,f.f.,l-.l.l.1.1-1.1o.l'-,1-- PAGE 90 1 -I-f-.1--I-f-f-f-.1-1-.,.,.,.1.,-.f.f.f.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,-.,.,.f Compliments o f GEORGE W. PERRY . . .PlJotogmpl9e1'. . . STUDIOS: 43 PLEASANT STREET DOCTOR AND MRS. THOMAS GALLAGHER MR. EDWARD FINE ANGELO'S DOCTOR AND MRS. RESTAURANTS FRANCIS J.MULL1N 1-I-.1--I-.1-I-I-I-.1--fu1-1-1-.r.f.1.f.f-,..1-.1.1-..r.,f.,.,.,-.,. PAGE 91 1.1-1.1.1-1-1-1.1.1.1- lvlllflll Compliments of WARREN K. VANTIN E School and College PHOTOGRAPHERS 132 BOYLSTON STREET - BOSTON, MASS. ackman 85 Lang I nmmnce .1-,I-.1-I-I.,-I-f-I-1,1 4 1. B. LAVQIE .f.f.1.f - . , PAGE 92 'lui-.I I 1.1-1.1.1-1.1. .1,1.f-1.1-1.1-1.1.1.1 lllllllvlrlclfllloln 'I'-I-I-I-I-f-1-f.f.f., .1--1-.1-.1-,f.,f-1.1-1.11.1.1.1-.f.,-. Compliments of PAGE BELTING COMPANY New England Box Company 1.1-1-1 PAGE 93 .1-.Inf RODD ROOFING COMPANY HERBERT L. TAYLOR .f.,1.,.f.f.,,.,,.1.,.f., I 'ful-lvl-I-.lui-.I-I-I-I-1.1.1-1.1vf Compliments of A FRIEND WEST END GROCERY ROSEN'S MEN'S SHOP WENDELL BERMAN Insurance HENRY P. CALLAHAN LAMY THE MOVER LUNEAU'S BEAUTY SALON .1-1-I .1-1.1-1.1.1.f.1.1 .1.,f.,f.l PAGE 94 .f-,I-1.1-.1-.,f.f.,f.f.f.f. STURTEVAN T Real Estate and Insurance Agency -I-I-lvl-1.1-1-.,f.1-.1-.1 I I lvlfl-I-I-1-I-.lvl11.1.1.1-f.1. lfcflflflflfvfcfaflfiIlflflflflfufcfofnfcflflfifoflflfvfi Compliments of I HARRY G. EMMONS THE CRAGG BINDERY EDWARD COHEN Best Wishes From The Advertising Council of the Concord Chamber of Commerce Adams Glass Co. Angelo's Restaurant Brown 81 Saltmarsh Calkin 8: Hussey Concord Dairy, Inc. Concord Hardware 8: Plumbing Supply Co. Concord Public Market Dunbar's Drapery Shop Fitch-Murray Company Gardner Hardware, Inc. William Johns Lincoln's Furniture Company Penacook Fibre Company Merrimack Farmers' Exchange, Inc. J. C. Penney Company Religious Book Shop Roberts Drug Store Sears, Roebuck 8: Company Sherwin-Williams Paint Company G. W. Stuart 81 Company Tenney Coal Company Thompson 8: Hoague Company Tonkin 8: Fraser Shoe Store Warren Street Bowling Alley F. W. Woolworth Company United Life 81 Accident Ins. Co. .l .l .I Io.l'v.l -l'I l'l .l'l.Ivl' PAGE 95 S 1 I-I-I-I-lviol-I-I-I-I-1:1-I-Iff-I-I-I-Ivlfi-lol-I-I-lol -1.1-1--I-1.1--I-jpg'-1-ff1-1.1-1-14111-1-I-1-I-I-1.1-1-1.1 Compliments of PENACOOK CASH JOHN W, STANLEY MARKET Attorney CONCORD PHOTOGRAPHY STEWARTS HOME BAKERY SERVICE PALACE SPA PENACOOK, N. H. A FRIEND TAYLOR DRUG STORE - PENACOOK, N. H. J. RICHARD O'NEIL PAGE 96 -J 1-1,1-1-1-f-1-I-1-I-fn! .1 Compliments of MR. AND MRS. JOHN CRAWFORD THOMAS E. FLYNN, JR. PENACOOK, N. H. AU0 'e9 L w MR. AND MRS. THE RAYMOND LAPOINTE CONCORD THEATRE MR. AND MRS. DR. JOHN B. DEGNAN P. J. BOLGER ROGER BAILEY f-I-1.1-1.1 ful-1.1-I.,-.1 RAYMOND K. PERKINS Attorney llllflvlola,Vulalulalglulslqlplfln PAGE 97 .1-ff!-1-.1.,f-fff.f.f-f.f-,1-f-1-1- -I-I-I-I-I-I-I-1-I-1,1.1.1.1-1-.f-1-1.1.1-1-1.1--1.1 Compliments of WKXL WATERS Broadcasting F U N E R A L Station HOME Mr. and Mrs. E. S. King I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-If I-lflvl-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-1-1-1-,ffl ' PAGE 98 Jolnfafofnf-141.1-f.,f.f-1-1.1-1.1 Compliments of MCKERLEY'S FILLI STATI MILLER'S DRESS SHOP NG ON 63 LOUDON ROAD MORRILL 8: EVERETT DR. AND MRS. Insurance JOSEPH MCCARTHY PAUL'S MARKET PATRICK SULLIVAN Sullivan and Hanson Construction THE COCA COLA KAY TEBO BOTTLING CO. Real Estate of 1.1-.1-1.1.1.1-,1-.,fv.1--,f-,1-.,l.,f. PAGE 99 1.1-1. CONCORD, N. H. -1.1-I-1.1-I-1.1.1-1.1 1-.1-1.1-1.1.1.1-1.1.1.1 1.1-.l.f.f.f.f,f.f.f.,-.1 -lvl-l-I- 1--f-1--.1-.1-1-f-J.,-.,.,., Compliments of SULLIVAN NEWS A AGENCY I DAN 'S ICE CREAM Hoods A FRIEND CLINTON INSURANCE AGENCY CONCORD LUMBER COMPANY CONCORD FOUNDRY 8: MACHINE CO. BEEDE ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENTS CO., Inc. PENACOOK, N. H. I iff.1.f.f.f.1-f-1-!-1-,fvf PAGE 100 -1.1-I-141 llflflilllvlllvl