St Josephs University - Greatonian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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1934 THE GREATONIAN l itself, and the Class wavered. But once more, before a week had passed, we tried again. This time the regalia did not return. The growth of spirit in the Freshman Class was physically manifested in the traditional football game with the Sophomores. This was one of the outstanding events of the year from our viewpoint. After trailing for three quarters of a hard and cleanly fought game, we, the yearlings, surprised and defeated our foe with a drive that brought victory almost as the final whistle blew. lt is but a step from class-spirit to school-spirit. Many took this step by enlisting in the numerous extra-curricular activities, The literary-minded turned to The Crimson and Gray and The Hawk, some of our dramatists reached for The Cap and Bells, while still others of us sought the joys of debating in the Cireaton Society, that we might later be prepared to step into the Villiger Debating Society. But do not suppose that the Class was interested only in intellectual activi- ties. Varsity awards for football were made to a number of our men and basketball counted many Freshmen candidates. With the Easter holidays over and Spring making its debut, a call for candidates for the Freshman Baseball team was answered. From this vast wealth of hetero- geneously uniformed performers, a team was finally selected which we feel sure acquitted itself nobly in its schedule. Reminiscing over our 'first year as college men, we can find much that is pleasant. Friendships have been formed which we hope will continue through and after our college careers. lntellectually, we feel we have climbed some small notch, spiritually, we know we have not stood still. Looking ahead, we hope we may prove worthy to continue our journey into the realms of knowledge, into whose vestibule we have but entered. To the Seniors we extend our heartiest congratulations and best wishes. Ninetyvseven

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THE GREATONIAN 1934 I Ill Llll I Ill ll : ii: :- Qc ll I 5 J 'P-u.-ohm-r , ' ' f-'QY-l3 ' '.'., ,- .nf -f i- .L 1 eff-iz?-Zfgyfffifmf-. .W ---- '-:rw-,1 '5'3'.-fi' -, ,- ...aftJ-e,351'f,,f7Q9xn55fT,j-iixl .1-M.,. - fri'-3 ix.-3 . ' , '.PY'-:-f'f'--ffTi'f:f'f.i' -, 'J' - . if The Freshman Class History JAMES F, NOONE, President JOSEPH D, SHEEDY, Vice-President THOMAS J. BOWES, Treasurer JOHN A. CROSSON, Secretary l-IE Freshman Class dates back to that memorable reception tendered it one October night by the Sophomore Class. lt was an occasion that will live long in the minds of the Class of '37. As guests of honor we were the center of attrac- tion, No details which would contribute to our fullest enjoyment of the evening was overlooked. We were sumptously fed---one cookie and a glass of grape-juice being provided for each and every one of us. Before the night drew to a close, we yearlings were given opportunities to display our talents in various forms of enter- tainment. Our singing, recitations, impromptu dancing and acrobatic feats were greeted with voluminous applause. The Sophomores became so attached to some of their younger brethren that they insisted on driving them home. Those so favored had interesting tales to relate. The activities of the Freshmen during the next few weeks were closely super- vised by the gentlemen of the red hats---the Vigilance Committee. Particular attention was evinced by this committee as to the condition of the Freshman's regalia. In a most fraternal fashion they pointed out unbecoming knots in tiesg occasionally they suggested that starching the ties would improve their appearance, Those given to forgetfulness in the matter of dinks and ties were given aids to their memories. During these days, however, the Class became more closely united. Secret meetings were held to discuss ways and means to freedom. We found strength in union, Regalia was discarded once, but donned again as the committee asserted Ninety-six

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THE GREATONIAN 1934 Freshman Tea Dance HRISTMAS week again marked the advent at the Annual Freshman Tea Dance. This affair has long since become one of the outstanding functions of the Freshman Class, being the only recog- nized social activity sponsored by it. But aside from the social interest, the Dance fosters another aim-to render financial aid to the Jesuit Foreign Missions in the form of the whole profits realized, This year's dance proved no exception to the rule governing the success of the College affairs. The attendance, despite the inciemency of the weather-for it snowed--fulfilled all the hopes and expectations of the Committee, Phil I-lunter's Stag Club Orchestra proved amply capable of producing sweet music with the proper rhythmic breaks, The Committee must especially congratulate him on his extraordinary novelties, The decorations, due to superior management, were delightfully surprising, being designed and chosen with exceptional care and in spirit with the season. For this excellent work, the Class owes a vate ot thanks to Miss Grathan, our librarian, who acted as overseer and advisor to the decorations committee. The feature event of the afternoon was an informal spot dance contest. To Eugene Gillen and his companion, Miss Patricia Murray, go the honors. Miss Murray received a compact in recognition of her Terpsichorean proficiency while Mr. Gillen was rewarded with a tie clasp and belt buckle. The Chairman, l-larry Gerharclt, and his Committee, in the name of the Class, wish to extend their deepest gratitude to all who in any way have helped in the success of the Dance. The music, the decorations, the spot contest--all these have been individually cited as worthy of praise. But nothing has been said of those who have managed the refreshments, the publicity, the tickets. ln reparation, therefore, the Chairman would sincerely thank all. Ninety-eight