St Joseph Academy - Palladium Yearbook (Tipton, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 78 of the 1957 volume:

PALLADIUM 1957 Page 1 Published by the Senior Class of St. Joseph Academy Tipton, Indiana Page 2 DEDICATION We, the Senior class of 1957, assume the honor of dedicating our yearbook, with all of the time and work put into it, to our parents who have sacrificed that we may receive a Catholic Education. FOREWORD by Molly Hedrick FORWARD . . . How well that word defines the thought dominating the minds of each and every senior as we are about to make room for the future students of SJ A. And how well it makes a compact and exact state- ment for our class to follow in producing the 1957 edition of PALLADIUM. With a glance to the future we, as seniors, leave behind us the first hourglass counting out our years of study. As the last few grains of sand indicate the close of our high school days we look forward to the most im- portant days of our lives. They will be our chance to decide the fate of our immortal souls. While ever moving forward in knowledge and experience we will cherish the memories of our chaplain, our teachers, our school, and the little things that don't count. Inevitably we will think, during the coming year especially, of the future graduates and their dreams of their fast approaching graduation. In remembering our own experiences in various activities at SJA, we will become more conscious of the dominance of future days over those of the past no matter what dear memories they may hold. CONTENTS ADMINISTRATION ..... ..... P age 4 SENIORS .................... ...... P age 7 UNDERCLASSMEN ..... ...... P age 17 CLASSES ................. ..... P age 25 ACTIVITIES ...... ...... P age 39 CALENDAR .........,......... ...... P age 50 ADVERTISEMENTS ....... ..... P age 58 Page 3 Page 4 MOST REVEREND, JOHN GEORGE BENNETT D. D. Bishop of Lafayette in Indiana Our beloved Bishop, whom we have learned to love and revere because of his wisdom and kindness, has shown us often that he has a special place in his heart for the youth under his care. During our Sophomore year, he con- ducted our Retreat. He has also honored St. Joseph's and made all of us happy by being present for some of the big days each school year, such as May Day and Graduation. May God bless him abundantly, and grant him healthiand length of days. C0-ADJUTOR BISHOP J. J. CARBERRY On August the twenty-second, nineteen hundred and fifty-six, Co-Adjutor Bishop J.J. Carberry was welcomed to the Diocese of Lafayette in Indiana. Coming to Indiana from Brooklyn, New York, Bishop Carberry, who will succeed Bishop J. G. Bennett, took his place as Co-Adjutor of our Diocese. The Most Reverend J.J. Carberry was consecrated Titular Bishop of Elis on July twenty-fifth, nineteen hundred and fifty-six. Page 5 REV. EDWARD R. IJEMPSEY Chaplain and Religious Instructor MOTHER M. GERARU Mot her Superior SISTER M. MADONNA Principal Sponsor of Senior Class Drivers' Education Chemistry SISTER M. AGNES English Latin SISTER M. ANGEIIICA lialin SISTER M. CAROLINE Sponsor of Junior Class Sponsor of Shavings English SISTER M. de LOURDES Sponsor of Freshmen Class Home Economics SISTER M. EUGENIA Art SISTER M. MAGDALENE Social Studies SISTER MARGARET MARY Business Education SISTER M. ROSEMARY Music Sponsor of Sophomore Class MRS. JOSEPH ST. CLAIR Music P117 J I Page 8 if I The senior class officers Virginia Loehmer, Treasurerg Cecilia Uietzen, Secretary: Mary Anne St. Clair, Presidentg and Deanne Cole, Vice Presidentg are examining the bronze plaque of St. Philomena which is to be placed in the new Motherhouse. MARY ANNE ST. CLAIR Elwood, Indiana Transferred to Academy in '55 Valedictorian Ass't. Business Mgr. of Shavings '56 President Legion of Mary '57 President of Senior Class '57 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Dramatics Glee Club EMMALOU BRUNO Kokomo, Indiana Order of Artistic Typists Typist for Palladium '57 Order of Gregg Artists Fighting 69th Dramatics Sodality Glee Club DEANNE MARIE COLE Elwood, Indiana Transferred to Academy in Crowned statue of Our Lady on Day Vice President Senior Class '57 Art Editor Shavings '56 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club Art '56 '57 PATRICIA ANN CURTIS LaPorte, Indiana Order of Artistic Typists Reporter Shavings '56 Student Council '56 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club Ma y Page 9 was sv I .4 3 gif SANDRA SUE DAILY Kokomo, Indiana Winner County Christmas Essay Contest '56 Reporter Shavings Girls' State '56 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club '56 NANCY JEANNE DECK Valparaiso, Indiana Transferred to Academy in '55 Order of Artistic Typists Typist for Palladium '57 Reporter Shavings '57 Competent Typist Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club CECILIA JANE DIETZEN Kokomo, Indiana Secretary Senior Class '57 Order of Artistic Typists Order of Gregg Artists Reporter Shavings '56 Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club MARY ANN FUNKE Tipton, Indiana I Speak for Democracy Contest, First Place '57 Student Reporter Tipton Tribune '56 Business Manager Palladium '57 Treasurer Sophomore Class '55 Treasurer Freshman Class '54 Co-Editor Shavings '56 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club MARY CONNIE HARRIS Kokomo, Indiana Campus Queen Attendant '54 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club MOLLY HEDRICK Kokomo, Indiana I Speak for Democracy Contest, Second Place '57 Salutatorian Student Reporter Kokomo Tribune '56 Secretary Freshman Class '54 Secretary Sophomore Class '55 Order of Artistic Typists Order of Gregg Artists Editor Palladium '57 Editor Shavings '56 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club Page ll d J, SALLY JO HOWER Ossian, Indiana Transferred to Academy in '55 Fighting 69th Dramatics Glee Club JANET LOUISE LECHNER Kokomo Indiana Secretary Junior Class 56 Orchestra '56 Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club VIRGINIA C. LOEHMER Monterey, Indiana Treasurer Senior Class '57 Order of Artistic Typlsts Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club MARY ANN POLITO New Cumberland, Pennsylvania Transferred to Academy in '56 O1de1 of Artistic Ty plsts , Campus Queen Attendant '57 Competent Typist Dramatics Glee Club BETTY JEAN ROMACK Greentown, Indiana Future Homemaker Contest Winner President Sophomoxe Class 55 Business Manager Shavings '56 Order of Artistic Typists Co Editor Palladlum 07 Typist Shavings '56 Competent Typist Orchestra '55 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club Page 13 'sniff' BARBARA ANN RUMINSKI LaPorte, Indiana Art Editor Palladlum 57 g Reportel Shavmgs 56 C Orchestra '54 '55 '56 Art '56 '57 . Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Dra matics Glee Club HENRIETTA R. TRAGESSER Tipton, Indiana Ass't. Art Editor Palladium '57 Order of Artistic Typists Orchestra '54 '55 '56 Art '57 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club JUDITH E. TRAGESSER Tipton, Indiana Vice President Freshman Class '54 Circulation Manager Palladium '57 Treasurer Junior Class '56 Campus Queen Attendant '55 Order of Artistic Typists Campus Queen '57 Legion of Mary Fighting 69th Sodality Dramatics Glee Club MARCIA ANN YOUNG Marion, Indiana Vice President Junior Class '56 Campus Queen Attendant '56 Order of Artistic Typists Campus Queen Crowner '57 Student Council '56 Typist Palladium '57 Typist Shavings '56 Fighting 69th Dramatics Glee Club Class Motto Remember thy last end and thou shalt never sin. SENIOR MEMORIES Class Sponsor .... Vlass Colors Flass Hymn ....... Ulass Patroness Class Flower ........... Palladium Arrives May Day .............. Graduation ..... Sister M. Madonna Turquoise and Silver Giovani's Ava Maria Queen of Peace Uarnation May 15 May 21 May 29 Page 15 BELEN MENENDEZ Dominican Republic Post-graduate Student A PARADISE ON THE CARIBBEAN SEA No one can imagine how thankful I am because God gave me the blessing to live in such a paradise as is my native country, the Dominican Republic. It is a paradise, the heart of the Caribbean Sea, a West Indies' island blessed by God, where people are happy and enjoy the wonders of nature and life of freedom. Some Americans don't know the truth about Dominican Republic, they think that we are people with no civilization at all. How erroneous they are! What they don't know is that it is becoming modern and progressive more each day. Our capital, Ciudad Trujillo, is one of the most beautiful cities of America. Although our population is not very large, our country is progressing in big steps. One of the most important facts of the improvement is the great contribution that our President and government has given to the country. You should go there to see that all I said is the truth, you have to contemplate our beautiful Caribbean Sea, to breathe its magic sea-breeze, to admire the most modern and cleanest cities, and wherever you go, be greeted with the smile of the Dominicans who show on their faces the happiness there. -xfasuu-W Q' 2-1 f ' s. .AA, Aqlnu X 5 .M -as it vw 'Q R-' rg 'esf l lm 55 K H b.., y in-F 'RSV AN 12 ' .. :J -,--1 ,Ziff 5 1 A me I . ,, -f',,.- A . 5 ,Al 'E- . 'Hr-K Qx .af ix M ,. H sq ' '57P.w:3z S x 25151 K rf sg an Q M v ,- r . Z . 74 W .. N 'K we X -.3 N W. ,1,Q . it vw .,..,' 5 4., 3 - ...,- First Row: Second Row Third Row: Fourth Row: Fifth Row : Sixth Row : JUNIORS Martha Barrett, South Bend, President Barbara Tragesser, Tipton, Vice President Susie Hedrick, Kokomo, Secretary Julia O'Malley, Tipton, Treasurer Bernice Altherr, Tipton Mary Kay Clouser, Colfax Carolyn Dane, Tipton Dana Fletcher, Tipton Martha Funke, Tipton Nancy King, Kokomo Rita Klemme, Alexandria Judy McKenzie, Fort Wayne Margaret Mannion, Kokomo Betty Jo Mutran, Kokomo Carolyn Nichols, Tipton Virginia Perez, Dominican Republic Sandra Plake, Tipton Elaine Pogorzelski, Kokomo Kay Rahe, Muncie Judy Schleeter, Kokomo Barbara Taylor, Kokomo Mary Helen Taylor, Kokomo Helen Tebbe, Tipton Karen Thrine, Lebanon Charlotte Tragesser, Tipton Kathleen Walker, Kokomo Joan Zimmerer, Kokomo Page 19 3, Q W -1.. 'I 1 k . , 8 gf Y 5 1 ex, X MEM W a 4 wg 4 , I- M iiiffwiyggtg am, 1 Vx vv'g Q in , ,Q .wwf 'Q JN? i X f xii gi .R NA 11 U K, ' Qi 1' an m . A Qxx xi 5' First Row: Second Row : Third Row : Fourth Row: Fifth Row: Sixth Row: Not Shown : SOPHOMORES Jeanne Ann Greenen, New Castle, President Bertha Marschke, Tipton, Vice President Judy Henry, Tipton, Secretary Ella Kennedy, Templeton, Treasurer Phyllis Clouser, Colfax Barbara Colclazier, Greenfield Mary Jane Connelly, Indianapolis Judy Curran, New Cumberland, Pa. Kay Enneking, Tipton Judy Fisher, Mishawaka Priscilla Friedrick, South Bend Agnes Garst, Tipton Barbara Hirzel, Marion Robin Howard, Macy Judy Hughes, Kokomo Juanita Kochert, Crawfordsville Patricia Kester, Valparaiso Barbara Richard, Lafayette Mary D. Rocchio, Kokomo Kathleen Smith, Tipton Theresa Taylor, Kokomo Carol Tragesser, Tipton Frances Tragesser, Tipton Norma Traxzesser, Tipton Mary Jo Waters, Kokomo Susan Iehl, Fort Wayne Page 21 'm 5 f, I 12 Q . 34 , kgs First Row : Second Row: Third Row : Fourth Row: Fifth Row: Sixth Row: Not Shown: Page23 FRESHMEN Frieda Hammerle, Lebanon, President Judy Hedrick, Kokomo, Vice President Paula Black, Kokomo, Secretary Mary Ann Tolle, Tipton, Treasurer Marianne Aerne, Kokomo Mildred Bownan, Kokomo Gail Bowman, Kokomo Virginia Cyr, Fowler Margaret Derleth, Kokomo Patricia Ewing, Kokomo Patricia Funke, Tipton Barbara Garst, Tipton Mary K. Hannigan, South Bend Mary Madonna Hellmann, Tipton Pamela Hudelson, Kokomo Linda Huffman, Kokomo Darlene Joerger, Windfall Kay Kennedy, Lafayette Corinne Kilcoyne, Kokomo Geraldine Kochert, Crawfordsville Ramona Keegan, Kokomo Freida Marschke, Tipton Sara Raab, Kokomo Janice Rocchio, Kokomo Rita Schramm, South Bend Kathleen Tragesser, Tipton Rebecca Tragesser, Tipton Virginia Velasquez, Marion Martha Walsh, Tipton Rita Wiles, Kokomo Cynthia Wagner, Kokomo Carol Coxon, Kokomo FOREIGN STUDENTS Belen Menendez and Virginia Perez from the Dominican Republic fat the left of the U. N. flagl are students at S. J. A. Marie Louise Eisen- barth, from Germany, a stu- dent at Tipton High School, visited S. J. A. several times. These girls are showing Judy Tragesser and Marjorie Man- nion where their countries are on the world map. When I was little I used to dream, that I was on a trip to the United States. Since this has become a reality, I can hardly believe that it's true. First I stopped in Puerto Rico, a little island in the IfVest Indies. It is a very pretty place, with wonderful stores, but the things that caught my attention more were the magnificent hotels and night clubs. This citv is beautiful and it fascinated me. The lighting of the city at night reminded me of a Christmas tree. Chicago was my next stop. It was very educational because of its mus- eums, aquariam, and planetarium. Then I went to Fort Wayne, a very nice city with many foreign students. After a rest in Fort Wayne, I visited the largest city in the U. S. A., New York. It was the most sensational for me. Its great attrac- tions, like the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Radio City, and many other important places, gave me such a wonderful impression that I can hardly say anything about it. At the end of the summer vacation, I came to S. J. A., where I am learning everything that will prepare me for life in the future. I feel like I am at home here and I like it very much, but Muchacho ! ! ! sometimes I sure miss Dominican Republic! Virginia Perez '58 zx'5 Page 25 xt i , Syd -. -3113 SISTER de LOURDILS INIITIATES QPCRFT9 OI' FOOD HOMP MAKING 'l 1 Needles, needles - who has got the needles? And if it is not the call for needles, then it is the mad rush for bobbins, which usually we find in Sister de Lourdes' locked drawer. While slaving away on our various projects, we can smell the wonder- ful aroma of food coming from the Home Ec. kitchen. Naturally the class has done the cooking under Sister's supervision. Put buttons, bobbins, pies, cookies, needles, and cakes all together and what have you got -- the wonderful beginning of a wonderful homemaker. Sandy Daily - Mary Connie Harris '57 O Lord Jesus Christ, Who when Thou wast subject to Mary and Joseph didst sanctify home life with ineffable virtues, grant that by their assistance, we may be instructed by the example of Thy holy family and become partakers of their eternal happiness. fTaken from the Roman Missal, Collect for Feast of the Holy Familyl We ig: 1: fuss vc ,Mile Umm-um Slatuum Ama-'ritz Ackzigtiwu quhmfm spawn Qimlitatam swwzuni Mink 9115 Du mAme1hla.cm lablrfdkt lfeptl Juskltla omnibus. The Freshmen Latin Class finds it not too difficult to translate Pledge of Allegiance. Martha Walsh, Mildred Bowman, Margaret Derleth, Sara Raah, Mary K. Hannigan, and Marianne Aerne try it with a little help from Sister M. Angelica. Sophomore teams debate, with Sister M. Magdalene acting as the Moderator. ART At the suggestion of Bishop Bennett, Monsignor Michael A. Chapman endowed St. Joseph Academy with his outstanding collection of Art Books, which cover every phase of art. Sister Eugenia and her class find these books very beneficial for beginners and professionals. We are very grate- ful to Monsignor who, himself, is an accomplished artist. He specializes in ceramics and photography. The self-portrait shown below in statuette is evidence of his ability. Page 29 J ' A7113 lm: it.uK'W lu wswwihwmf we 'WSF-' Page 30 The library is located on first floor - you know where. It's not a very large room but inside those four walls is a vast store-house of knowledge. All you have to do is look, and you can find just about anything, from the population of Tipton to the price of beans, or man-made earth satellites. If you're the type that likes to read fyou know that typel you'd be on cloud 24 in the library. Books, books, and more books, and speaking of books, Sister Mary Caroline has added quite a few new ones to the already well-stocked shelves. So why not stop in the next time you are in that vicinity .... and increase your brainpower! Rnd H311 ' HQNBIBLE LIBRA RY e 'isissi 9 11, it Affair Minus,- '-ms-. !N 'Rf From the earliest days, a child is a student of the English language In high school, along with further study of grammer, the wealth of literature is discovered. Under the leadership of Sister Anges, these freshmen girls Patricia Funke, Rita Wiles, Kathleen Tragesser, and Judy Hedrick discuss Jeanne d'Arc, for the English Class. Though we use many ain'ts and such, And get our clauses turned around, Though we use double negatives, Don't let these things get you down. With Sister's repetitions and The punishments which we may earn, With the assistance which we have, If we keep working hard, we'll learn. Virginia Cyr '60 49 On passing the commercial room at almost any hour of the school clay you can sense the earnestness being put forth by students for speed and accuracy. Also in the effort for accuracy is the bookkeeping class, but here the class is analyzing a business balance sheet. COMMERCIAL STUDIES Page 33 Future secretaries of tomorrow! Yes, S. J. A. has plenty of them. This year's Shorthand classes were well attended by Juniors and Seniors, with Sister Margaret Mary as head of the commercial department. Much concentration is placed on speed and technique along with tries for transcription awards. Today, with business booming, experienced secretaries are in demand, and the thorough training received in daily classes will be greatly realized and appreciated in later life. Judie Schleeter '58 BIOLOGY Helen Menendez, lVIary Jane Connelly, and Norma Tragesser dissect frogs, while Charlotte Tragesser, Judy McKenzie, and Judy Hughes prepare specimens for study. The perfection of detail, learned through the use of the microscope, helps to give one an insight to God's wisdom and his plan of creation. Biology teaches us to understand, love, and appreciate God's world and His creatures. Everything in the universe was created by God to serve man. Judy Hughes '60 rx' CHEMISTRY In the top picture Pat Curtis, Mary Connie Harris, and Emmalou Bruno are busy at work on an experiment, making hydrochloric acid. Sandy Daily, Janet Lechner, and Nancy Deck have an equally puzzling task in their preparation of ammonia. These are just two of the many experiments that are demonstrated and explained in our daily Chemistry classes. Learning the fundamentals of algebra, which goes back to the early Egyptians, are Janice Rocchio, Paula Black, Madonna Hellmann, and Mary Ann Tolle The girls are demonstrating that algebra consists of addition. substraction, and equations. Among the students of Sister M. de Lourdes' geometry class are Kay Enneking, Juanita Kochert, Ella Kennedy, Susan Iehl, and Barbara Rich- ard. One main fact learned in geometry, which was founded by Euclid, is that it refers to points, straight lines, and planes, with their combinations. DRIVERS' TRAINING Page 37 An important class at S. J. A. is that of Drivers' Education. Under the competent supervision of Sister M. Madonna, the girls learn the funda- mentals of safe, courteous driving. Each class learns to drive in a new Ford, donated each year by Mr. Jack Barnes, the Ford dealer in Tipton. Besides thirty hours of class time, each girl receives at least six hours of actual driving behind-the-wheel and at least fifteen hours of observa- tion. At the end of the course, the girls receive a Trained Drivers certifi- cate which states the number of driving hours and class hours completed. 1, if? 5 :fi X I' fmhfg V N J' ,Q f in 'K R .mngfff . fkiifif 375 2.215 if? we HG Qiif? .S is gf W Q 'QA FAX U i 5 Above are a few of the music students at SJA: Frieda Hammerle, Karen Thrine, Janet Lechner, Far- olyn Nichols, Robin Howard, Barbara Hirzel, and Pam Hudelson. To the left is the SJA quart- ette, more commonly known as the Blendettes. They have proven that harmony is beautiful even without the usual bit of instructions that such a group may take. The 'tBlend- ettes are: Nancy King, Judie Sch- leeter, Mary Helen Taylor, and Kath- leen Walker. LEGION OF MARY The Legion of Mary was started at the Academy in 1948, and this year it was reactivated. Meetings are held once a week with Father Edward Dempsey as moderator. Some of the main aims of the Legion of Mary is the promotion of devotion to Mary, the recitation of the Rosary, and the distributing of Catholic literature in public places. Seated around the Blessed Virgin's image in the picture are the officers of the Legion of Mary. Virginia Velasquez .. ....... Treasurer Mary Ann St. Clair ...... .......... P resident Martha Barrett ........ Vice President Ella Carroll Kennedy .... Secretary Page 43 PALLADIUM STAFF: Mary Ann Funke, Business Manager: Molly Hedrick, Editorg Barbara Ruminski, Art Editorg Sister Madonna, Staff- Advisorg Betty Jean Romack, Co-Editorg Judy Tragesser, Circulation Manager: Marcia Young, Head Typist. SHAVING STAFF: Judy Schleeter, Assistant Editorg Elaine Pogorzel- ski, Art Directory Karen Thrine, Editorg Sister Mary Caroline, Faculty Advisorg Carolyn Dane, Rita Klemme, Barbara Tragesser, Business Man- agerg Betty Jo Mutran. r B E'l l'Y J EAN ROM ACK RICUICIVES PIN AS FUTURE HOMEMAKER OF TOMORROW On December 4, some of the Seniors took the Betty Crocker test for those girls interested in the techniques of homemaking. This was the first year the test was given at S. J. A. The group of surprised girls are looking on as Sister M. Madonna presents the pin award to Betty J ean. RESIDENT STUIJICNTS DI Nl NG ROOM , 39' Page 46 MY HOME Thank You for this school I attend. Thank You for my every friend. Thank You for the sisters sweet. fBut this poem I can't complete.D No, there are so many things for me to be thankful for that I would use up this Palladium and two or three more. I really would like to express my gratitude to the many sisters who make our stay here at S. J. A. such a pleasant one. I have been to many schools, but S. J. A. still stands out as my favorite. Life here makes one feel very happy and very much at home with whatever he is doing. It is anything but boring. If you have all your homework finished and are looking for something to do, you need only to look as far as the campus for a walk in the fresh air or a healthy ballgame which is in progress. After study hall in the evening, there may be dancing and visiting with each other until the bell rings for the family rosary. It is a most beautiful sight, indeed, to see all of the girls kneeling in a group before the Blessed Mother's statue. This is where you end your exciting day and go to bed anxiously awaiting a new one. Virginia Cyr '60 ax 'NK , .g Nqf me iii rn 1 8 an iygigir 4 fi ,t is AF., Q V 0'l' E STEVENSON'S FOR -me Omg flt .gg 15 IKE! THE MAN! The Senior Government class held a very realistic mock election on November 2. The whole school was in a state of enthusiasm, even as they registered a few days before. Campaign posters and buttons were obtained through party headquarters in our home towns. The day of election finally arrived, the girls voted. The regular procedure was followed. Judges, jailkeepers, sheriffs, etc., conducted the election exactly as if it would have been a real election. Voting was completed, the seniors counted the votes. The voting turned out exactly as did the real voting, on November 6, with IKE the victor. Nancy Deck '57 D 'V' rd 'Q 9047 urvm Kklygm WT! l3 With St. Katharine's Hall being the focal point of most activities at S. J. A., it is only natural that one of the resident students' favorite pass- times, roller-skating, would take place within her beloved walls. Also to cater to the student body's sweet tooth, the Sophs sponsor a cookie and candy sale. 4 1 1 I 1 5 5 i l l Among the more serious types of recreational activities are sewing and crocheting which are being enjoyed by girls in the top picture. Tops in pops in records are among the great favorites. The Camera Club, newly organized this year, is an activity in which many girls are able to participate in developing a hobby. Page 50 CALENDAR SEPTEMBER Registration For Day Students -- Several new faces and many old ones. Boarders arrive and get settled away in their assigned rooms. High Mass in honor of the Holy Ghost to ask His light and help for the school year. Classes start. Election of Class Officers - Campaign speeches were given. OCTOBER Resident students enjoyed a hay ride and picnic. a. m. Mother Gerard's Feast Day - Choramarians gave a program in her honor and were grateful for the gift of a free day added to Christmas vacation. p. m. Bishop Carberry Visits S. J. A. -- Welcomed by Sisters and students in a musical fashion. Steeple On Chapel Erected At 9:40 - Classes were dismissed while the Sisters and student body looked on. All Saints Day Party - The girls portraying saints paraded in front of the faculty as attempts were made to guess each. NOVEMBER Ike Wins S. J. A. Mock Election - Posters, campaign speeches and buttons became common-place as students urged voting for their favorite candidates. Voice Of Democracy Contest Held - Results later announced showed that Mary Ann Funke came out in first place with Molly Hedrick runner-up. Foundress Day - Mother Gerard spoke to the students on the origin of the St. Joseph Sisters, and on Mother Gertrude Moffitt who founded the Tipton branch of St. Joseph nuns. Alumnae Tea - The Seniors were guests of the Alumnae. The Alumnae President, Mrs. Derbyshire, presented a check for S500 to Mother Gerard for the marble statue of St. Joseph that will be in the foyer of the new Motherhouse. Thanksgiving Dance - Everyone was thoroughly excited as prepara- tion went forward for the first dance of the school year. Judge Henry P. Schrenker Visits S. J. A. - The faculty and students assembled as Mr. Schrenker spoke on court procedure and his own job as a judge of the Superior Court of Madison County. Legion Of Mary reactivated - Officers were elected and a new pro- gram was set up for this year's activities. lcont'd on page 521 BISHOP CARBERRY VISITS SJA Page 5l We were very honored on October 16 of the past year to have with us the newly consecrated Bishop Carberry. The SJA girls were quite impressed with the Bishop and his friendly informality. Bishop Carberry was welcomed by the Sisters and students with a musical program given in his honor by the Choramarians. At the end of the program the Bishop gave us a few thoughts about the Blessed Virgin, along with his appreciation for being received so warmly. For the moment all we could think of was the free day he gave us as his token of thanks. Page 52 DECEMBER Future Homemakers Of America Contest - Fourteen seniors took the Betty Crocker test on homemaking knowledge and attitudes. Winner in this year's contest was Betty Jean Romack. Christmas Party - The freshmen sponsored this gala affair as gifts were exchanged and holiday refreshments enjoyed. Boarders Went Home For Christmas Vacation - Most anxiously awaiting the Christmas holidays were the boarders as they antici- pated the more than two weeks stay at their homes. JANUARY Resident students back after a long and much appreciated freedom from lessons and school. Boarders Held Epiphany Party - The On Campus students ex- changed their gifts on Little Christmas after returning from the holidays. Christopher Lynch Concert -- Christopher Lynch made his second appearance to a good size crowd in St. Katharine's Hall even though the weather wasn't particularly inviting. Retreat begins -- Father Louis Flarherty, O. S. B. conducted the retreat. The girls looked forward to the three days as time provided for reflecting on the spiritual aspect of life. Retreat ends -- Everyone felt her own personal achievement for having made the retreat. FEBRUARY Judy Tragesser Is Elected Campus Queen - She and her attendents were chosen by popular vote cast by the student body. St. Valentine Day Dance - Seated on her throne in front of a large red heart, the Campus Queen was crowned by Marcia Young. Festive decorations of red and white streamers adorned the stage. And paper hearts were placed here and there for the atmosphere of the occasion. J unior-Senior Mother-Daughter Tea - The tea was held in St. Katharine's Hall with Father Drennan as guest speaker. Decorations were of a patriotic nature honoring George Washington. J unior-Senior Trip To State House In Indianapolis - Arriving in the big city, the sponsors and students first went to the State House for a glimpse of the Senate and House of Representatives in operation. Afterwards, they visited the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument and also the War Memorial. Ccont'd on page 541 On October 17, 1956 at 9:40 a. m. the steeple was erected on the new Motherhouse. The entire student body and many of the sisters were pre- sent on this memorable day. Mr. Britton put the cross in its place. Page 53 Page 54 MARCH United Nations Contest Held - Twelve students participated in the test. The local winners being Betty Jo Mutran and Judy Curran. 18. St. Joseph's Novena - In preparation for St. Joseph's Day a procession starting at the convent building and proceeding out to the statue of St. Joseph in the circle, during which the St. Joseph's Chaplet was recited, and, followed by Benediction in the chapel. St. Joseph's Day - To celebrate the Sisters of St. J oseph's Feast Day a holiday was declared and the faculty and students were free of all scholastic duties. The day began with a High Mass, after which almost all you could see throughout the day was black and white. Mr. William Abbott Gives A Piano Recital - Several classic selec- tions were given. APRIL Ice Storm - One tree was completely uprooted with the weight of the ice and several large limbs fell. 23. Easter Vacation - Students were dismissed after school on Wednesday. Boarders returned on Monday evening with classes be- ginning again Tuesday on the last swing of the year. Easter Dance -- The last mixer dance of the year was held on Friday night. The Sophomore class took over the decorating end with a spring theme. Vocation Institute - The annual Vocation Institute was held in St. Katharine's Hall, under the direction of Father James Quinn with the honored presence of Bishop Carberry. MAY 5. Senior Play - A comedy in three acts, entitled Good Neighbors. 13. Senior Week - While underclassmen continue their studies, the seniors are off for a short vacation. Music Recital And Elocution Contest - Each year the music pupils give a recital, demonstrating their achievements for the year. Also students participate in an elocution contest, the winner receiving the James Pilloid Medal. May Day - This day is dedicated to Mary and looked forward to by the Sisters and students from the Academy and mission schools. Prom - The Alumnae sponsored the banquet and formal dance that climaxed the school year. Maurie James and the Six Sharps presented music for the evening. Graduation - The big day at last. Caps, gowns, flowers, speeches, music, and graduation grief. MAY DAY 1956 Page 55 The celebration of this beautiful day, honoring Our Lady has long been traditional at St. Joseph's Academy. On May 17, 1956 our Blessed Mother was crowned as the Queen of May by Mary O'Malley, '56, in a beautiful and impressive ceremony. Bishop Bennett addressed the congregation. Then his Excellency awarded the James Pilliod Gold Medal for Eighth Grade Composition. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament was given outdoors at the shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes to accomodate the very large crowd. May Day is certainly a wonderful opportunity to show Our Lady how much we love her, together with the girls of the upper grades in all the schools taught by the Sisters of St. Joseph. This year on May 21, 1957, Mary Connie Harris, Sandy Daily, Janet Lechner and Barbara Ruminski carry the statue during the Procession and Judy Tragesser is Banner Bearer. Deanne Cole, representing all the stu- dent body, places the crown on the Statue of Our Lady. Page 56 COMPLIMENTS FROM ALUMNAE Helen Mattingly, R.R. 5, Tipton, Indiana, '10 Mrs . John M. Tebbe, 311 N. Independence St., Tipton, Indiana, '07 Mrs. Annamae Tebbe Schwegman, 3800 Princton Rd., Hamilton, Ohio, '27 Mrs Mrs . Bertha Mallarky Franco, 735 East Allen Street, Lancaster, Ohio, 07 . Bernadine Tebbe Tragesser, R. R. 2, Tipton, Indiana, '30 Mrs. Gertrude Walsh Bolton, R. R. 4, Tipton, Indiana, '21 Mrs . Thelma Becker Gillispie, 101 S. College Ave., Muncie, Indiana, '20 Miss Mary Ellen Walsh, R. R. 2, Tipton, Indiana, '49 Miss Florence Boes, R. R. 1, Lafayette, Indiana, '28 Miss Jean Zimmerer, Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana, '50 Miss Judy O'Conner, 304 S. Independence St., Tipton, Indiana, '55 Miss Maureen Jordan, 921 North Webster, Kokomo, Indiana, '52 Miss Martha Clouser, Colfax, Indiana, '56 Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bradley, 1028 East Leguna, Kokomo, Indiana COMPLIMENTS FROM FRIENDS Mrs. Paul Barrett, 922 East Victoria Street, South Bend, Indiana Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. William P. O'Mahoney, W. Walnut Manor, Kokomo, Indiana Fredrick Stahl, 2211 South Albright Road, Kokomo, Indiana and Mrs. Richard Romack, R. R. 1, Greentown, Indiana and Mrs. Anthony DeBonis, 2404 South Adams, Marion, Indiana and Mrs. A.A. Tragesser, R. R. 5, Tipton, Indiana COMPLIMENTS FROM BUSINESS FRIENDS Larry's New and Used Furniture, 115 South Union, Kokomo, Indiana LaCharme Beauty Salon, 11215 East Sycamore, Kokomo, Indiana Taff and Baker Furniture Store, 114 South Main, Tipton, Indiana Honeychurch Insurance Agency, 112 West Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana First Federal Bank, 108-110 West Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana V. M. Sears, 124 South Main, Tipton, Indiana COMPLIMENTS FROM BUSINESS FRIENDS Gamble Store, 108 North Main, Tipton, Indiana State Auto Insurance Company, 122 West Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana Tom's Cafeteria, 138 East Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana Adler's Style Shop, 104 East Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana Biltz and Beaty Super Service, 213 East Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana Johnson's Barber Shop, 111 South Union, Kokomo, Indiana Hughes, Walden, and Reed, Barbers, 117 North Union, Kokomo, Indiana Style Beauty Salon, 125 North Union, Kokomo, Indiana Beauty Box Shop, Armstrong Landon Building, Kokomo, Indiana Carter and Bausum, Barbers, 121 East Sycamore, Kokomo, Indiana Ross B. Tudor Agency, 414 North Main, Kokomo, Indiana Sweet Book Store, 105 North Buckeye, Kokomo, Indiana Wolfcale Leather Shop, Walnut Street, Kokomo, Indiana Frank Russell, Attorney, 113 Court Street, Tipton, Indiana J. C. Tolle, Barber Shop, 125 East Jefferson, Tipton, Indiana Tipton Hatchery, 121 Court Street, Tipton, Indiana Floyd Harper, Attorney, Harper Building, Tipton, Indiana Beckley Typewriter Company, 306 North Main, Kokomo, Indiana Iliff Toggery, 317 North Main, Kokomo, Indiana The Why, 105 East Sycamore, Kokomo, Indiana T. J. Bruegge, M.D., Armstrong Landon Building, Kokomo, Indiana Courier Express, Inc., 2024 North Lafountain, Kokomo, Indiana Dietzen Bakery, 113 West Jackson, Kokomo, Indiana Campbell Television, 108 Dearborn, Tipton, Indiana Tipton Produce, 117 South West Street, Tipton, Indiana David McCosker, Inc., 129 Duane Street, New York 13, New York Page 57 Page 58 We extend Congratulations to The Sisters and Students of St. Joseph Academy We are honored to have been entrusted to plan and design the new Motherhouse. STICKLE AND ASSOCIATES Architects and Engineers Cleveland - Philadelphia We Are Proud To Be The General Contractor Of The New Motherhouse F. A. Wilhelm - General Contractor Prospect and Southeastern Avenue Indianapolis 3, Indiana When the iceman came out of the house he found a small boy sitting on one of his blocks of ice. Ere, he roared, wot are yer a-sitting' on that Compliments Of ONE HOUR Farmers Mutual Ins. Co. martinizing The most in dry cleaning Court House Kokomo, Indiana 112 E. Sycamore GL. 7-3489 Phone: OS 5-4926 Tipton, Indiana TIBBETS PLUMBING 8z HEATING COMPANY Contractors Since 1910 417 East 31st Street ANDERSON, INDIANA PHONE: 3-7443 Page 59 Page 60 ST. CLAIR GLASS WORKS Handmade Lamps and Novelties Elwood, Indiana for? Get off of it! The small boy raised a tear-stained face. Was you ever a boy? he queried faintly. Of course I was, said the iceman, fuming. TICE'S Farmers Oil 8z Tire Co., Inc. HOME SL AUTO SUPPLY 224 East Jefferson Tipton, Inidana TIPTON, INDIANA Auto Accessories Philco Radios Hardware Refrigerators Bicycles and Toys Plumbing and Electrical Supplies Youngstown Kitchen Cabinets Nu-Enamel Paint Bendix Washers Leck's Radiator Shop Clean and Repair New and Used Radiators Huntley's Standard Service 625 North Washington GL 9-9908 GL 7-2912 Kokomo, Ind. Kokomo, Indiana BANK SERVICES For the entire farm family Protection for your money-Checks for safe and easy payments -financial advice and counsel-loans and helpful service for big- ger and better farm profits-all are available here under one roof for you and your family. THE CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK TIPTON, INDIANA Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation C0mP'ime 'S of Home Trade Shoe ' n Dudley s Stationery Store And High Grade Footwear 112 EAST JEFF. ST. and TIPTON. INDIANA Marschke's Shoe Repairing But - And did you never play truant ? cut in the youngster. Of course I did, snarled the iceman. Now then you - An' when you got COMPTON 8: SON, INC. General Electric Radios and Televisions BFYHM GHS and Oil HIYHHCCS Light Fixtures, Paints, Oils Hotpoint Garbage DISPOSHIS Painters' Supplies Galvanized Iron Work Full Line of Hardware and Builders' Supplies HEATING - PLUMBING - ROOFING AIR-CONDITIONING ELECTRIC WIRING Phone: OS 5-2133 Page 61 Page 62 THE KOKOMO TRIBUNE The Home Newspaper home did yer father take a stick an' - Sit where you are, my little man, the iceman said, gulping. I understand. Compliments of EARL G. RHODES J EWELER TI PTON ELWOOD ALEXANDRIA Compliments Of OLSEN and EBANN N. Main St. Kokomo, Indiana aw HOME G- EQUIPMENT CORP. RCA and Whirlpool Products Purvis Appliance Company 128 East Jefferson Street Tipton Phone: OS 5-4507 Page 68 The Farmers Loan and Trust Company recognizes and appreciates the contribution St. Joseph's Academy has made to the moral and intellectual betterment of this community. This bank is likewise contributing to the business and financial advancement of the citizens of Tipton County, and to this end is working in harmony with the Sisters of St. Joseph for general good. FARMERS LOAN AND TRUST CO. Member Federal Reserve System Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Toothpaste is advertised to do so many things it seems a shame just to brush it on your teeth. BLAIR'S JACK MAHERSLSON Hardware and 5c - 10c - 351.00 Men's Clothing Phone: OS 5-2377 Furnishings - Hats - Shoes 116-118 N. Main St. Tipton, Indiana Kokomo, Indiana CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS CROWELL STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHER Tipton, Indiana 133 Court Street Phone: OS 5-2874 We made pictures for seniors and classes in this annual Page 64 P. J. McEVOY, INC. Importers Specialists in Nuns' Serges Nuns' Veilings and Linens 310 West Baltimore St. Baltimore, Maryland , HI-WAY Compliments of DRIVE-IN THEATRE LA MODE DRESS SHOP 26th and By-Pass Kokomo Indiana , , ' MHTIOH, Indiana Television will never replace the newspaper. If you don't believe it, try swatting a fly with a TV set. Our Most Hearty Congratulations To THE SENIOR CLASS OF ST. JOSEPH'S ACADEMY B. C. ZIEGLER AND COMPANY Home Office: Chicago Office: West Bend, Wisconsin 39 S. La Salle Street Underwriters of Institutional Loans Compliments of F A L V E Y ' S Harry Dalzell The Store For Men and Boys Agency Phone 8332 Kokomo, Ind. Tiptvn, Indiana RAILWAY EXPRESS AGENCY TIPTON TRIBUNE PRESS Job Dept. of Tipton Tribune T N COMMERCIAL PRIN I G 212 East Jefferson Office Supplies - Typewriters Ph Adding Machines One' OS 5-4389 TIPTON, INDIANA Tipton, Indiana Today's housewife has only to push a button to get the dishes washed. Her mother had to push a husband. TRACTOR Pring Implement Sales 131 NORTH MAIN STREET TIPTON, INDIANA FORD FARMING HEADQUARTERS TRACTORS...HVIPLEMENTSMPARTS AND SERVICE Page 65 Page 66 EMGE PACKING COMPANY, INC. Finest Meat Products Anderson, Indiana NATIONAL CHROME oo. SNEPP AND FAGER Sporting Goods 119 East Walnut 5 North New Jersey Street Indianapolis, Indiana Kokomo Indiana A young man was deeply in love with a beautiful girl. One day she told him that the next day would be her birthday, and he laughingly said COCA - COLA BOTTLING COMPANY ELWOOD, INC. Drink Coca-Cola in bottles Elwood, Indiana R. B. Sz S. COAL COMPANY No. 9 Machine Cut Coal Phone 4914 Beaver Dam, Kentucky Compliments of JOHN SEXTON AND COMPANY Chicago, Illinois that he would send her a bunch of roses, one for each year of her life. That evening he wrote to his florist, ordering twenty-four roses to be sent the STANDARD PACKING COMPANY, INC. 201 West North Street Kokomo, Indiana ERNLEES' SHOE STORE HARPER - MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME Shoes for everyone , Funeral Directors Phone: OS 5-6176 Ambulance Service Phone: OS 5-4267 120 N. Main TIPIOII, Ind. 233 S. Main Tipton, Ind. Page 67 Page 68 NASH DEALER SELECT MOTORS, INC. Your Nash, Hudson, Rambler, and Metropolitan Dealer Kokomo, Indiana Compliments of TIPTON CO. DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE Mike Clouser - Chairman Mrs. Ruth Main - Vice Chairman STITES DRY CLEANERS Four Hour Cleaning Phone: GL2-1493 126 N. Union Kokomo, Ind. INDIANA GAS 8: WATER COMPANY, INC. Phone: OS 5-2387 210 S. Main Tipton, Ind. young woman on the first delivery the next day. The proprietor of the flower shop, looking over the mail in the morning, saw the order and said Compliments of YOUNG'S FURNITURE COMPANY Kroehler Living Room Kr Bedroom Suites Maytag Washers Tipton Living Room Suites Everything for the Home 119 West Jefferson Tipton, Indiana LEAVELL Sz BATES Compliments Of COMPANY' INC' FOSTER JEWELRY C0. PERSONAL LOANS Money When You Need It 121 E' Jefferson St' 112 N. Main Tipton, Ind. Tipton, Indiana TIPTON BUILDING 81 LOAN ASSOCIATION The Oldest Savings Institution In Tipton County 4 PERCENT PAID ON SAVINGS 113 Court Street Phone: OS 5 2127 to the foreman: John, here's an order from young Mr. Flint for twenty- four roses. He's a mighty good customer, so put in a dozen extra ones. HEAD-KNOTTS, INC. 125-129 West Jefferson Street TIPTON, INDIANA DODGE TELEPHONE PASSENGER CARS OS 5-4683 DODGE PLYMOUTH JOB-RATED TRUCKS PASSENGER CARS Sales - Service - Body Work - Front End Alignment lst CHOICE USED CARS Zapfe Paper 8z Notion Company Wholesalers of Q Q Drugs, Sundries, - ' Notions, and School Supplies L 5 1' 1' 5 3 p R 503-505 N. Bucke e St. Phone: GL9-535 I Kokomo, Indiana Page 69 Page 70 Compliments of WHITE HUT RAAB SHOE COMPANY 506 N. Washington St. at Kokomo Indiana The LaM0de Shop Sandwiches Soups Malts Kokomo, Indiana Leatherman-Morris R. J. Aerne Insurance Agency Funeral Home 421 N. Washington St. Ambulance Service KOKOMO, INDIANA Phone: OS 5-2425 Phone: 9792 TIPTON INDIANA And the young man never knew what made the girl so angry with him. C0mPlimeUfS of HONEYCHURCH TIPTON INSURANCE AGENCY TELEPHONE CU. 112 West Jefferson Street Tipton, Indiana Tipton, Indiana Compliments of F rigid Food Lockers Tipton Indiana Complete Decorating Service