St Marys College - Dial Yearbook (St Marys, KS)

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I.eft to Right: R. Stone, ). O'Donnell. MeGurren. J. Berg. Win. Piel sticker, Owen, Weldon, Badaracco. Iftampus Iftats ONG LIVE the Kampus Kats! It is an old saying that cats have nine lives and the wish of every St. Mary’s bov is that the Kampus Kats of will go them one better. The “little orchestra” of St. Mary’s has always been one of the proud boasts of the school, but the Kampus Kats this year have risen to great heights in Kansas “Jazz” circles and they justly deserved the honor bestowed on them by Mr. Leslie Edmonds, the well known athletic official and news writer of the Topeka Daily Capital. “The best jazz band in the Kansas Conference” is the way Mr. Edmonds spoke of them in his column. Most generously the Kampus Kats volunteered to play at all the school movies, basketball games, and other entertainments. They are also entitled to credit for the wonderful success of two outstanding social events of the year, the Pre-lenten and Easter dances. The Kampus Kats were always “Red Hot” and “rarin” to go. For the last few years, our orchestras have been the harmony-makers of the school. In December, the Kampus Kats made a trip to Leavenworth, Kansas, where they put on a musical performance at the St. Mary College for girls. The program was very much appreciated. In May they won new laurels when they appeared on the program of W’HB. the Sweeney broadcasting station in Kansas City. Indeed attired in their gay new outfits, and always bubbling over with pep, the Kampus Kats never failed to make a “hit” wherever they went. It is the sincere wish of the entire student body that the Kampus Kats will be back with their merriment again next year. I'age One II mid red Two

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Left to Right: K. Stone. J. O’Donnell, llyctt. Owen, V. J. Iturns, V. Pielsticker, Mr. Ilarkins. S. J.. MeGurren, 'el l»n, Lcahigh, Hadaracco. I letter nan, Koclicl. Coyne. Ob £ Orchestra A KIA in October the Orchestra assembled for its first practice. The H positions left vacant by members who did not return were soon filled by capable musicians who were eager to learn the rudiments of ensemble work. In a short time the organization functioned smoothly. The strings were counterbalanced by the brass, while the reeds blended harmoniously with the melody. The programs offered by the Orchestra during the past scholastic year have kept the record of this organization equal to that established in previous years. Mr. Hugh E. Harkins, S. J., Moderator, and Professor Arthur Steigerwald are deserving of congratulations for their untiring efforts in the advancement of musical culture at St. Mary’s during the course of the past year. “Poet and Peasant,” by F. von Suppe, “Gibraltar,” by A. Hayes, “Valse Caprice,” by Hayes, “The Anvil Chorus,” by Verdi, besides many other overtures, waltzes, marches, of like character, show the quality of music played by the organization this year. Much to the disappointment of the lovers of classical music, circumstances did not permit the Orchestra to give their Annual Spring Musical Concert. Due to this fact, the ability of the Orchestra soloists could not be shown. Nevertheless the appearances in past years of such talented musicians as (j. Weldon, X. Owen, and W. Pielsticker clearly indicate that the Orchestra was able to furnish solo as well as ensemble numbers. The Orchestra’s work during the past year was in every way a success. Page Oue Hundred One

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Tof': Mr. Harkins, S. J.. K. Kennedy, Manning. I. McGrath, R. PicKticker, Downing, Heffernan, I). Dalv, Forbes. Neff. Mr. DcnHacrynck. Lower Row: J. Hughes, Foote. V. Pielstickcr. Curtin, McGurren, Johnson, McKavitt. (Blee (Tlub an6 d oir UK CHRONICLERS tell us that the Choir and (lice Club was founded in 1870. The purpose in organizing them was twofold: to add solemnity to the celebration of religious festivities and to give the students an opportunity to advance in the study of vocal music. All who had a knowledge of the rudiments of music and who possessed the required ability were deemed eligible for membership. The organizations have always aimed at perfection as their ultimate goal and this year has been no exception as a resume of achievements plainly shows. The roster of the choir records the best voices in the school. The members this year were chosen by Mr. H. E. Harkins, S. J., and Prof. Remi Den Haerynck at a tryout early in October. At another meeting in October the election of officers was held with the result that William F. Pielstickcr was made president, Joseph E. Hughes, vice-president, and John Curtin, secretary-treasurer. The outstanding soloist in the Glee Club is William L. Neff, who was president of organization during the school year, 1925-1926. The hymns at Mass each morning and the solemn services at the great feasts of the Church drew forth the best efforts of the Choir. Some of the prominent soloists of the Choir were William L. Neff, Joseph E. Hughes and William F. Pielsticker. Page One Hundred Three