St Patrick High School - Emerald Yearbook (Roxbury, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 64 of the 1945 volume:

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However it wasn't long before we freshmen realized that there was quite a path to follow before anyone, ourselves excepted, would consider us grown up. So, with our pride in our pockets, and our motto Aim High we began our four long, happy years of studying, learning, laughing and crying all nicely blended together. The timidity we felt towards the dignified Seniors transformed itself into fear when we were disbanded into two classes 9A and 9B. We rallied though, and began our first year with the election of class officials. 9A placed trust in: Donald MacNeil, president, Ann Delaney, vice-president, Mary Hannon, secretary, Francis Phillips, treasurer. 9B elected Robert Hughes, president, Michael McNicholas, vice-president, Joseph Blackburn, treasurer, and Claire Hayden upheld the honor of the girls by being elected secretary. ' As freshmen we were warned by our teachers to increase our Vocabu- laries, especially after Weasel Phillips insisted that when a person was ostracized he was the ostrich keeper at the zoo. Our greatest ability poured forth while learning to play basketball, and every student should remember the fun we had on those chartered busses going to and from basketball games. In spite of our constant dread of Latin, we enjoyed that year, especially when other events turned the tide a bit. For instance, we shall always remember the animal impersonations that went on in 9B - and they got away with it too, but when Ruth Gildea, Evelyn MacDonald and Mary Miller tried it in 9A they were discovered before we hardly enjoyed it. Prompting wrong answers gave us many a delightful laugh. Many a student will remember the day when we had to sit in the classroom with the windows and doors closed tight as a punishment-and it wasn't because it was warm out either. Remember the hard time Loretta Frissora had trying to make the table rise at our Christmas party? Certain members of that class received very sedate and welcomed Christmas presents-baby rattles to books. Orange socks were quite the fad with the boys that year and squeaky huaraches were the girls' favorites. Our fun and frolic were abruptly halted for a while, for it was this year that the United States declared war. This changed our lives a little, introducing us to blackouts, scrap drives, bond drives, etc. Although we thought blackouts were fun then, we fully understand the meaning of war and peace now. The New Year then, and new experiences. The first important event was the high school presentation of the musical, Irene , To our delight we were chosen for the choruses of Castle of Dreams and Talk of the Town. HISTORY - fContinuedJ We were always adept in explaining but Francis Smith outdid us all when he explained that the top of the ginger ale bottle exploded, and exited, via his throat. The boys outstunted us when they turned out with ribboned bow ties. That year we really noticed Hank Welsh and his different coiffures! Then the finals: Oh, how we wished we had studied harder, and how we envied those who did. Exams over, we were one year nearer our Senior year. And so after passing a very happy and carefree summer, we returned in a unit to the Sophomore class,-a year older and, as we believed, so much the Wiser. However, once again, everyone believed we still had a great deal to learn, and as we look back now, we know it. We had a new member of the class that year and we welcomed her from Rhode Island. Muriel Gravel was more than appreciated when French class rolled around. After a joyous reunion of classmates, we settled down to the election of class oflicers once again. Henry Welsh received the presidencyg Evelyn MacDonald became vice-presidentg Ann Delaney, secretary, and Edward Lindahl, treasurer. . As Sophomores, we were introduced to three new subjects, French, Biology and Geometry. Oh how we used to get all those biological terms. definitions and names mixed up and we had such fun during those experi- ments. It was then that we knew who would follow the medical profession, and who would take a different road. We became very mercenary that year and ran our first financial affair. And because our minds usually centered on our stomachs, we held a luncheon, and goodness how we ate! It seemed that everyone was always substituting French in Latin class and Latin in French class. Seemed a shame our marks coudn't be substituted also. The general run of affairs was interrupted, momentarily, when we welcomed a bit of Pennsylvania State to our midst. Ann Butler joined our basketball group and became an ardent fan. By degrees, too great and devious to note, we Were bidding farewells to many of our friends and graduates. as they left for parts unknown. Remember Don MacNeil's sketches and cartoons, and our French songs that never ceased to cause comment? Pauline Alarie's greatest comment that year was, Sister, the door refuses to close. The entire Sophomore class was proud of the cheerleaders, especially since four of them were from our class. No one could cheer like our own Anna, Peggy, Claire and Ruthie. Remember Sister speculating and commenting on the choice odors of our very select perfumes? And the time Nancy Peters fell out of her seat in the Senior classroom? The hours of 9-1? And the day Francis Barrett was manipulated by those long pencils? ? ? Who will ever forget Lorraine Mann and her infinite supply of candies and food-stuffs? It was during this semester that Kay Murrin and Allena MacDonald decided that they had 'need of a vacation. And they took a long one, didn't they? We were all disappointed when it was decided that the school play that year would not be a musical, but we really enjoyed Don't Take My Penny. l l Remember Sister's careful distinction between Nancy Peter's ren- dition of Amapola and the song-writer's meaning of it. Sister claimed that any resemblance was purely coincidental! ! ! During our Sophomore year we had brainstorms really! Our greatest accomplishments were sprained wrists and rolls of bandage. The only trouble was that sometimes the farce didn't Work! The West End Weasel was forth-coming again this year with another world-wide definition. Did you know that sanitation meant an Insane HISTORY - fContinuedJ Asylum '? We didn't either until Francis Phillips told us. We also learned then, that the shortest thing in shortages was Hank Welsh's hair. We were waiting all that year for the Red-Headed Bombshell to explode. However, the explosion didn't occur until the next year. The big question of the year was, I wonder if my father will let me take the car to the Prom. His tires are pretty thin, and he only has a few gas coupons. Eileen O'Connell came back to school, recuperated from an operation to help us fully across the Rubicon, and we closed a very placid year with a gala event at Norumbega Park. This was a perfect ending for a perfect year. We, the Class of '45, had always been clairvoyant, but we believe that our Junior year had more laughs and frolic than any other. First of all, we elected our class officers. Francis Barrett, presidentg Claire Hayden. Vice-president, Catherine Murrin, secretary, and Francis McDermott, treasurer. Once the wheels were set, we functioned with unrepelled accel- eration-this phrasing being the result of a brand new course in the high school. We shall always be grateful to Monsignor Riordan for intro- ducing the Physics Course which a few Juniors were privileged to pursue. Because we were Juniors, we set our minds from the very iirst to tender the best Senior Prom, and to do this we had urgent need of funds. This gave us an incentive and from thence onward we were swept into a social whirl. We had our dances, we especially enjoyed the delight of roller-skating parties, we served more luncheons and most important of all was our hayride. Not one of us shall ever forget the jaunt to Newton, on busses to Natick and finally the crisp, cold ride on the hay wagon climaxing with a stop at a luncheon bar. Many of us walked and ran part of the way and, of course, we brushed hay from our clothes for the next week. Julia Flanagan became a member of our class that year. We recall with glee the History classes and Sister trying in vain to discover what was so funny. The commercial division suffered with the scribbling they called Shorthand but insisted that it was easier than the college course and Mathematics. After two months, a few lucky students were ready to start on the second finger in typing. The college course had its own suffering too-especially Cicero- without a trot - or with it. To make matters a little jovial we did get a kick out of Cicero! Remember the look on the faces of everyone when the I. Q. marks were learned and we realized how smart we weren't'? Then our class began to be torn asunder. Joseph Blackburn was a full-fledged member of the Navy when we started school in September and later Donald MacNeil left us for the Navy too. Peggy Mahoney held a going-away party for him and we don't believe anyone will ever forget it, especially Pauline Alarie. To show how much we missed Don, we hung a service Hag in the classroom window. Ann Butler was always her own comic strip when she recited. Remember those contortions? That year our homeroom teacher would never mark Henry Welsh or Mary Rooney absent because nine times out of ten, they both would come running in before the slips were passed in. The girls, who stayed for lunch that year certainly got caught in the most obvious places. We were proud of Anna Drudy, Henry Welsh, Francis Barrett, Francis Phillips and Dorothv Bone who all received parts in the school play. They all did remarkably well and maintained the honor of the class by their performances. We are all sure of the success of the play and much of the credit goes to Henry Welsh's characterization. The most memorable occasion of our Junior Class was Peggy Ma- honey's donation to defense. Remember the government's message to the nation about the transformation of hair into war material? Well, shortly afterward Peggy turned up minus a few feet of her hair. And while HISTORY - fCont1l'nuedJ speaking of coiffures for the first and probably the last time, Hank Welsh surprised us all when he came into class with a path in his hair -it didn't last long. Such a memorable year! Remember when Frank Sinatra was in town! Those were the days when so many were absent. Swooners were everywhere and those of us who were ever faithful to Crosby the King were disgusted. But we all were absolutely appalled when we discovered that Tennyson was a swoon fan too! We had many laughs in French trying to interpret a spoonful of tea. Or was it a teaspoon? Oh, well, we were sure of the spoon! And here at last came the most-awaited event of the year. How we prepared for it. We had a wonderful time cutting out birds, fiowers, palm trees, and tropical moons. We really did have fun, didn't we? How we cleaned the hall and then decorated it, under orders of our class president, who enjoyed himself immensely, however we appreciated the results. Remember the palm trees, especially Ruth's. And class, remember that we had the hall for cleaning purposes during Prom time from 7 to 9. Oh brother! Finally the big night was here and we were all so proud of our decorating and planning. Before the night was over, Francis Smith dis- covered that he could make an A-1 cobbler. It was a perfect evening, wasn't it? Usually college and commercial divisions have petty quarrels but we never did. You see, we the Class of '45 are the most compatible. That was another happy year taking us nearer to our goal, graduation. Then in September we entered our Senior year. Now we were to be the leaders. Hank Welsh was heard many times referring to us, the Seniors, as what were called big -operators. We were sorry to have Sister Annette and Sister Benedict leave us in our last year, but Sister Rose Vincent and Sister Paracleta filled in the vacancies nicely. Our Senior Class Officers were Francis Barrett, president, Henry Welsh, vice-president, Ann Delaney, secretary, and Francis McDermott, treasurer. We started early to make money by running dances every Friday night possible. The Juniors gave us a very enjoyable jaunt on a hayride. Mary Rooney really caught us off guard on the way home. We became veritable big operators the day we all trudged down to the polls for the presidential election. Surprising how Hank and Weasel always find themselves the easiest jobs. Ask Termite about the exasper- ating time he had trying to spell the names from his end of the town. Will anyone ever forget Sid's humming or Allena MacDonald's ink bottle. We all missed Loretta Frissora's smiling face and ready answers this year. The new Detention Class, commonly called the jug , was the dreaded thought of Seniors. The fun usually associated with graduation began with the measur- ing for caps, gowns and class rings. Soon a bevy of smiling faces in delightful poses began to appear on every desk. We thank graciously the Tuesday Morning Musicians for their concerts. They were very helpful to our studies! The night we attended Murder in the Nunnery everyone was thor- oughly shakeng so shaken that no one ventured to walk home alone. On February 22nd, Hank Welsh left us for the United States Marines. Bv entering on that day he hoped his military career would be as success- ful as the person whose birthday falls on that day. Hank sure made the biestkovf this last day with us. What ever did you do with that blotter, an . The commercial course struggled over bookkeeping and we really do mean struggled. HISTORY - fContinuedJ Everyone knew when our girls were having a basketball game by their attendance at morning Mass. They had quite a successful season under the captaincy of Ann Butler. It seemed Helen Pappas was the only lucky one when Mid-Year examinations rolled around. Who will ever forget our successful Barn Dance, the Mission Tree, talk about taking physicals and the Bunker Hill Orations? Two popular boys of our class left us for higher education. We surely were proud of our college boys, Francis Smith and Francis Barrett. After his first day at Boston College Francis Barrett learned when and when not to wear his hat. Remember To Be or Not To Be , Chris's fuschia sweater, Mary Rooney's calahoogies and parachutes, Claire's eagerly awaited letters, and Nancy Peters' never ending scoldings. Only a few of the Seniors received money from the Juniors for cleaning typewriters. Maybe we should have it done in the beginning of the week. Then the Year Book Staff began its long hard work. Francis Smith Was elected Editor-in-Chief, Anna Drudy and Nancy Peters, Assistant Editors. They certainly did a wonderful job with the full cooperation of all the other members. About the same time Miss McCarthy started play practice. Several Seniors were chosen for prominent roles. Among the leading characters, were Marie MacKay, Helen Pappas, Nancy Peters and Francis Phillips. Other parts were taken by Claire Hayden, Peg Mahoney, Ruth Gildea, Ann Butler, Dorothy Grubaugh, and Mary Rooney. The play was The Charm School . Everybody settled down to hard work to make it a success. The college course having only four in the class during play practice were always a little on the lonely side. Remember those chemistry experiments, letter writing during Study, and also that Phillips' gang? With class Night and all other duties of a Senior year over, we were graduated with grateful hearts toward all those who made our education possible. May all the coming years be as happily spent. 6 Sid!! l L Front row Qleft to rightb: Mary Camerato, Ann Delaney, Francis Barrett, Nancy Peters, Francis Smith, fEditorJ, Anna Drudy, Helen Pappas, Ann Butler, Muriel Gravel. Back row Cleft to rightl: Catherine Murrin, Mary Hannon, Margaret Mooney, Mar- garet Mahoney, Pauline Alarie, Christina Cloonan. I U SQILLUJI UAQLQQAA FRANCIS LEONARD BARRETT No shouting will annonnceuhim, His works will speak for him. FRANN1E . .class president of '44 and '45 . . prominent stu- dent . . a friend at all times . . reliable . . sweater boy of the class . . sociable . . has a winning grin . . orchestra member . . efficient . . always seen driving his father's car . . Uncle Sam's Navy is his final objective..may success be with you at Boston College in your study of medicine. HENRY LEO WELSH A little nonsense now and then, Is welcomed by the 'wisest men. HANK . .to all his friends and everyone is his friend. .our active Vice-President . .the Senior athlete. .most popular of the Senior boys..class comedian, always sharing his fun with someone. .his one and only ambition is the Marines . .can always be found in the middle of the funmaking.. is a grand sport . . one of the best. FRANCIS MICHAEL MCDERMOTT ANN BERNADETTE DELANEY Grace was in her step, heav'-n in her eye, In every gesture, dignity and love. ANN . . model class Secretary . . attractive . . pleasing per- sonality. . well-liked by all for her friendlinessnmember of school orchestra..guard on our victorious beam..one of Crosby's admirers. . enjoys all sports. . likes to eat sundaes at Whitney's with her friendsugraceful and reserved,. aspires to be a dietician, Hes sudden if ol thing comes in his head. A MAC . . class Banker . . popular at all times . . tall, blond with a winning personality. .a valued friend . .prefers bowl- ing and roller skating to dancinguhis appearance at those famous parties. .interested in Allston and it isn't the Co-Ed ..time-keeper in the classroom because of his height..one of our future infantrymen. 69161-M D! Z0 -Zivf 5 PAULINE RUTH ALARIE Modesty and beauty are evefr commendable. POLLY . . demure . . curly red hair . . blushes very easily . . beauty and brains pleasantly intermingled . . dainty. .a shy smile for everyone. .came to us in Sophomore year . . skillful artist. .likes to collect old foreign and American coins . . her ambition is to continue working in a bank . . hopes to study commercial art later. . ELEANOR MARGARET BARBATO He're's a lady good as gold, She's never shy nor is she bold. SID ..small but worth her Weight in goldncourteous at all times.. so obliging. . often heard saying, Oh! yes, Sis- ter! . . business-like . . a friend indeed . . homework, her main worry . .enjoys a good laugh. . an active supporter at all basketball games. .enjoys listening to all kinds of recordings . .hopes to be a comptometer operator. DOROTHY RITA BONE A maiden with a spirit sweet, still and quiet. DOT'1'IE . . friendly . . well-liked . . has a pair of shoes for every day and in every style . . enjoys tennis and swimming . . shy. . noted for variations in her speaking voice . . always seems to have bus tickets in her hand. .favors the Army.. handy with the pen. . remember that tour of the country.. an asset in any oflice. ow ff rv -for ' Zvflffl-5012 ANN THERESE BUTLER Such populwrity must be deserved. Butsie . . . star and captain of girls' basketball team . . . tallest of the Seniors . . . most popular . . , co-operative at all times . . . class traveler, ask her about any state, she has probably lived there . . . gay, fun-loving . . . noted for her good nature and cheery laugh . . . a bright spot in any gather- ing . . . her sharp socks and loafers . . . afways mailing letters . . , her one ambition is to be a school teacher. MARY ELIZABETH CAMERATA A generous soul is surnshine to the mind. Mary . . . the bookworm . . . inquisitive . . . considerate . . . diligent worker . . . loyal . . . known for her extensive vocabu- lary . . . honor roll, a habit . . . well-liked . . . likes to read, especially between periods . . . born to be a leader . . . de- pendable . . . ready, willing and able to assist at all times . . . aspires to be a business executive . . . intelligent and co-opera- tive . . . ardent movie goer. CHRISTINA MARIE CLOONAN A sweet heart, lifting cheerfulness Like the spring time of the year. Chris . . . popular member of the Senior class . . . staunch guard on our basketball team . . . a fine student . . . forever friendly . . . loves parties and fancy names . . . faithful in correspondence . . . partial to Sea Bees . . . reliable . , . likes all sports . . . dancing her favorite pastime . . . abundance of school spirit . . . one of our future teachers. . E., -.f-ll.-Y T 5 ANNA MARIE DRUDY Good-natwred, good sport, full of fun- Thefre's not anothefr like hefr beneath the sun. DRU . . good-natured . . one of the talkative Seniors . . man- ager of the Girls' Basketball team. .loves to go into detail on any subject. .known for her explanations. .easily excited . .always on the go . . possessor of a vivid imagination. . the fascinating Barbara in What a Life . . well-poised .. merry and witty . . light-brown hair nicely styled. .a secre- tarial career is her goal. MARIE TE RESE EASTMAN A winning way, a pleasant smile, Dressed so neat and quite in style. MARIE . . the girl with the long red hair . . sincere . . friendly . . her enviable wardrobe . . vivacious . . chemistry, her chief worry . . rarely serious . . that jovial laugh . . as carefree as the day is long. . dislikes oral recitations . . school is the least of her worries . . likes to dance . . wants to be a telephone operator. JULIA MARY FLANAGAN I A wise and wnclerstanding heart. JULIE . . tres petite . . a little secretary . . extremely quiet . . her cherished eraser is in constant demand . . generous to all . . warm-hearted . . sincere . . always considerate and patient . . even disposition . . roller-skating is her favorite pastime.. often seen with Muriel . . the essence of neatness . .will make an expert bookkeeper. Mah nl l . ',-gg l l ll T WY' WW ' law:-Zivf RUTH FRANCES GILDEA She was made for happy thoughts, For playful wit and laughter. RU'rH1E or HSKIZU . . popular. .noted for her stifled giggle ..one of the forwards on the team..loquacious..likes a good laugh. . gets in just before the bell. . one of the South Side girls . . always seen with Peg and Claire . . active . . fatal hour is bookkeeping period..the more you like Ruth the better you appreciate her worth . .likes dancing and sports. .to be a private secretary is her aim. MURIEL AURORE GRAVEL Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low, An excellent thzng tn a woman. MURIEL . . tres jolie . . always has poise . . petite and sweet . . lovely locks, attractively arranged . . a whisper-like voice . . satin-like skin . . efficient . . believes in being neat . . trust- worthy . . good things come in small packages . .attractive wardrobe. .always seen drinking cokes in her favorite drug store with that Watertown reporter. .may success be yours at college. DOROTHY ANN GRUBAUGH How goodness heightens beauty! DOTT1E . .tall and slender in stature. .likes to sing and dance. .courteous mannernalways seen with Helen and Marie . . quiet but enjoyable . . favorite color? blue . . friendly toward all, especially to that certain Marine . .likes to collect snapshots . . her album is her prize possession . . wants to get into society . . ambition is to be a cosmetician. 'tw f r ' ' . WA a 5 MARY ELIZABETH HANNON She hath a natural wise sincerity, A beautiful truthfulness. MARY . . pleasant nature . . sincere . . efficient . . always a welcome companion . . a friend to all . . a kind word for every- one. .a heart bubbling with good will . .likes swimming and is an ardent roller-skating fan. . thoughtful, attentive and ambitious. .her constant companion and friend is Peggy. . her blue eyes match her blue wardrobe . . a medical'secretary is her goal and we wish her success. Q MARY CLAIRE HAYDEN She is very good to look at and Even nicer to know. CLARENCE . . well-dressed . . polite . . liked by all . . a merry heart . . pretty . . friendly . . noted for her beautiful blond tresses . . cheerleader for two years . . always in the trio of Peg and Ruth . . forever waiting for that letter from G. I. Joe . .can be heard saying, What's the matter with the Infan- try? . . loves to dance and attend basketball games. .often seen eating sundaes at any drug store . . wants to become a good secretary. ALLENA MARY MacDONALD Gentle and modest as a flower. ALLENA . . the little member of our class . . quiet lady at all times . . sweet . . affectionate . . polite and friendly . . unassum- ing . . noted for her spelling ability . . supplied the class with ink all year round . .shy in recitations . .ardent movie-goer . . reading her favorite pastime . . how she enjoys a good book! . .hopes to gain a position as a typist. Mah School ' ivffifl-Zflff MARIE THERESA MacKAY Her smile is like a ray of sunshine. MARIE . .our lovable blond. .a knack for changing her coiffure . . a fine dancer and always seen at our Friday night dances . . sociable . . always longing to please . . enjoys writing letters especially to that Sea Bee. .a future hostess. .pos- sesses an abundance of acting ability. . has the best equip- ment for stormy weather. .to be a photographer is her aim. MARGARET ANNE MAHON EY A winsome maid with merry eyes, Methinlos a 'magic in her lies. PEG . . faithful friend . . the girl with the pretty eyes . . sin- cere and polite to all . . even disposition . . excellent dancer . . vigorous cheerleader for two years . . staunch supporter at all games and dances . .main interest is Red . .wears loafers . . if looking for Peg, go to Whitney's . . hopes to attain a position as secretary. MARGARET ANN MOONEY It's nice to be natural, When youffre naturally nice. PEGGY . . is the name. .tall with smiling Irish eyes. .pos- sessor of a winning smile . . always sociable. .good sense of humor . . real sport . . diligent . . such long tresses neatly ar- ranged ..talking is one of her favorite pastimes . . recipient of interesting letters . .likes movies and indulges in reading . .hopes to attain a position as an expert stenographer. MARY ANN NOCERA Her friendty ways are winning ones. M1LL1E . . our shorthand Whiz! . . always friendly . . often seen at the games and dances. . well-liked by all. .sincere . . administrative qualities . . frank and honest . . beautiful sing- ing voiceudelights i.n all kinds of sports..noted for her jewelry of all kinds . .merry at all times. .ambition is to be a private secretary. CATHERINE ANN MURRIN A quiet girl with manner sweet A more loyal girl you'll never meet. KAY . . shy and modest . . reliable . . noted for her witty say- ings . . courteous . . sympathetic . . sincerity is one of her many Virtues . . our young poetic genius . . always the lady . . sup- porter of all school activities . . artistic temperament. . hair nicely styled: Who's your hairdresser, Kay? . . her sweet voice will be an asset when she is one of our future telephone operators. EILEEN MARIE O'CONNELL This all she is, what better report, A friend, a pal, a good sport. OK1E . . to know her is to be constantly laughing. .terrified facial expressions in laboratory experiments. .strong liking for sandwiches . . exponent of more holidays . . often seen at Pic's before work . . forever blushing . . merry at all times . . movies are among her favorite pastimes . . nursing catches her fancy. mah D1 ' lffmfff-3502 MARY ROSE O'ROURKE Her ways are ways of pleasantness Ami all her paths afre peace. MARY . . tall and feminine . . generous to a fault . . always willing to help . . cheerful disposition . .lover of all sports es- pecially basketball and baseball . . pleasing personality . . par- tial to the Navy . .likes Tommy lJorsey's music. . a lady at all times. . conscientious student . .blue skies predicted for you, Mary, in your secretarial career. HELEN GERTRUDE PAPPAS Nothing is difficult to a willing mind. HELEN . . our best student . . lab expert . . lover of all kinds of music. .puts her whole heart and soul into every under- taking.. orchestra member. . report card marks are envied by all . . polite and courteous always . . her cherished alligator shoes. .lovely singing voice . . frequents places of higher ed- ucation in and around Boston . . Editor-in-Chief of our Sham- rock. .her ambition is to graduate from Emmanuel College with honors. H NANCY JOAN PETERS A sunny nature wins friendship everywhere. NAN . . friendly toward all . . loves to talk . . unpretentious . . dependable . . sincere . . gay and merry . . always on the go . . how she enjoys a joke! . . stands up for her rights. . speedy forward on the basketball court . . expert pianist . . enviable dark locks . . well-informed in all matters . . favorite pastimes are bowling and ice-skating . . can never be too care- ful of her wrist..in favor of a certain ami francais .. would like to be a novelist. 9 FRANCIS JOSEPH PHILLIPS The better you lcnow him, the better you like him. WEASEL . . lighthearted manner . . pleasing chuckle . . known for his walk and witty remarks. .keeper of' the doors. .his masculine voice . . bright ties and sharp sox . . always waiting for the bell so he can get to work . . everyone's friend . . daily seen with Hank. . undaunted gaiety . . business manager of the Shamrock. .to be a Coast Guardsman is his ambition. ELEANOR PATRICIA REILLY Few people can possess such qualities of Cheerful ways and friendliness. EL . . a cheery hi for everyone . . nonchalant . . sincere . . a perpetual smile accompanies El wherever she goes. .flatter- ing featherbob . . a loyal friend . . excitable . . witty . . always willing to join in the fun. .loves sports, especially skating . . delights in movie-going . . favors Newton . . to be a clerk is her ambition. MARY BEATRICE ROONEY As mevrry as the day is long. MARY . .brimming over with fun . . willing and able, thoughtful . . typical girl . . cheerful . . a wonderful dancer . . just gets in after the bell . . arrives in a taxi sometimes . . one of our best forwards in basketball . . sociable to all . .the paratrooper's the thing. . enjoys writing letters immensely .. our best wishes to you, Mary, in joining the Waves. Jllylz ol 5 FRANCIS EMMET SMITH Wit and wisdom are born with a man. HSMITTYH . . outstanding student . . member of school orches- tra and band . . always willing to debate on any subject . . gained all high-school scholastic honors . . courteous . . sociable . . well-liked . . ambitious . . to be graduated from Boston Col- lege is his aim. .wants to be an electrical engineer . .bright ties . . faithful in all assignments. DORIS MARIE SUTHERLAND A mefrfry heart, maketh a cheerful countenance. DORIS . . heralded by the jingling of her vast store of brace- lets . . beautiful lovely black hair . . her red-rimmed glasses . . carefree . . I missed the bus . . doesn't 'know what it is to be blue . . humorous . . ambition is to join the Waves when she is old enough . . loves to drive . . Howard J ohnson's, her favor- ite rendez,-vous. LORETTA LOUISE FRISSORA Goodness does not consist in greatness, But greatness 'm goodness. FUZZY . . a faithful friend . . posseses a winning personality . . loved by all . . courageous . . blithesome . . a sincere, diligent scholar . . loyal . . loves to write . . always merry . . witty . . pleasant . . everyone's friend . . leaves a good impression of herself on everybody. . one of our poets . . versatile . . non- chalant . . so obliging to all . . excitable . . yearns to be a journalist. P ' 5011111-130112 Jfl:A,f0fUj of ULU: Hlma 'Winton We are greatly indebted to Reverend Robert T. Stack, the founder of St. Patrick School. When he desired to open a parochial school in Watertown, he applied to the Dominican Mother-House. The first Sisters reached Watertown August 28, 1888 and were welcomed by Father Stack who offered them his home because their convent was not quite ready. The first class opened on September 10, 1888 and the pupils came in such great numbers that two more Sisters were called to Watertown. This brought the community to nine members. No Catholic Sisters had lived in Watertown before. In fact, Watertown was the first municipality in the New England States in which a convent was established for the Dominican Sisters. In the fall of 1891, Father Stack opened a classical high school for girls. The enrollment was small, but from this humble beginning sprang the parish commercial high school. Of the seven scholarships offered to the pupils of the archdiocesan parochial schools in 1903. four were carried off by the St. Patrick boys and girls. St. Patrick School was called the leading school in the Archdiocese of Boston. Also in the Fall of 1891 came another important event. It was the first flag-raising. This was the first time a Hag was raised over any parochial school in Massachusetts. The death of Father Stack in 1895 brought sorrow into our com- munity as well as to the whole Archdiocese. He was succeeded by Rev. John S. Cullen who labored zealously for thirteen years among his people and was called to his reward in 1908. Monsignor Ambrose F. Roche came to St. Patrick in 1908 to fill the place left vacant by Father Cullen. One of his first acts was purchasing the estate on Chestnut Street as a new home for the Sisters. On August 28, 1913, the twenty-fifth anniversary of the entrance of the Dominican Sisters into the New England States was observed at St. Patrick Church. In 1924, the new high-school on Chestnut Street was erected and dedicated to our Blessed Mother under the title Sedes Sapientiac-3 which means Seat of Wisdom. It was then just a commercial high school but was widely known for the high scholarship which it still carries on. Our present Pastor, Monsignor Daniel C. Riordan, assumed charge of the parish on November 7. 1928 when Monsignor Roche was transferred. Under Monsignor Riordan, then Father Riordan, the St. Patrick Alumni Association came into being. Shortly after his arrival, Father Riordan renovated and modernized the original school building on Churchill Street. An addition was added to the high school building in 1932 for six upper grammar grades. To meet the requirements of students who wanted to continue their education. Father Riordan introduced a complete four-year high school course in 1934. In 1937 a well-equipped chemistry laboratory was added to the school, the next year the high school librarv was pro- vided in one of the upper rooms of the high school building. The student body enjoys the contents of our school publication, The Shamrock. The spiritual and scholastic achievements of the school are inter- mingled with the athletic accomplishments under the direction of come petent instructors. Our school hall, formerly the old church, is the scene of many jubilant and happy occasions. It is here that plays are performed, our victorious teams have played, and school dances are held, along with other social affairs of the high school. HISTORY OF OUR ALMA MATER- fCo'nti-nuedy Another memorable occasion took place here last year. It was the first flag raising on the high school campus which took place in June, 1944. It is May now, and taking a far-seeing glimpse into the battlefields of Germany and the South Pacific We are able to visualize Catholic youths who are sacrificing their lives that others may live. We have received a Catholic education, therefore, we should reflect its noble principles. Be- cause We are Catholics, and more, because we are Catholic school graduates, We will be closely examined for faults and respected for exemplifying our true education and fine culture. Catholic influence and Catholic example should produce a love of peace and good-Will -two necessary principles in the world today. We Who graduate today represent the Catholic boy and girl of to- morrow. We are proud of St. Patrick School and, as we leave this beloved school to face a world at war, We are confident that God will aid and guide us. St. Patrick's We leave you now, but you will always remain deep in our hearts and never forgotten. NANCY PETERs, '45 I9 -1-p- f9 C WM 5 M Q35 M V 4 ,L .,,. We, the Seniors of St. Patrick High School here in Watertown, Massa- chusetts, in order to advance education, insure the future of our under- graduates, and also being of sound mind and judgment, do ordain and establish this, as our last will and testament, with fond memories of the Class of 1945. To our beloved Monsignor Riordan we bequeath our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude for his unfaltering devotion and. attention to us. We pledge him our loyal support and love, always. To the faculty we leave our foremost appreciation for their tireless efforts in assisting us to select our chosen careers, and for their guidance in our daily chores. We bequeath to one another the continuation of class spirit, coordin- ation and cooperation, and we promise to patronize one another's interests and assistance in chosen fields. The Junior class are the recipients. of -our classrooms with the hope that our precious memories shall aid them. Besides our individual en- dowments we leave them the title Seniors and we trust it will carry more respect and privileges. The Sophomores areleft the typewriters and shorthand notebooks, a.lso Cicero and Math. And also the ability to keep perfect silence at dismissal time. May good fortune arrive with it. The Freshmen! There are many things that could be left you, but first of all you are to inherit our grown up airs, the policy to discard childish giggles, and particularly we leave you our good-sportsmanship and cooperative spirit. Good luck to you all. As individual gifts to our followers we leave as follows: Henry Welsh bequeaths to Edward Reardon his title of heavyweight Doris Sutherland leaves to Marie Duffy that perfect stride. Catherine Murrin leaves to Doris Comick her ability to keep on good terms with everyone. Francis Barrett leaves Rita Loughlin a certificate to the college course and a key to the chemistry lab. Marie Eastman leaves to Lillian Fitzgerald her special comb for red heads. Mary Nocera leaves to Ann Keaney her coveralls for a vital defense job. All right, Ann? Dorothy Bone endows Rose Comeau the magic way of catching the last bus before 8 215 and seldom ever late. Henry Welsh donates to Charles Clifford his special certificate at the barber shop for the hair cut that counts. Francis McDermott wants Francis Welsh to have his seat at Wool- worth's lunch counter and he also leaves to Robert Cunniff his ability to have cute poses. WILL - CContinuedj Title of chic dresser goes to Mary Monahan from Claire Hayden. Allena MacDonald leaves to Adele Chartier her deed for the Mac- Donald Ink Supply, Inc. Francis Phillips leaves to James Kelleher his position of Senior Paper Boy. The captaincy of the girls' basketball team is transferred to Rita Loughlin by Ann Butler and we hope that much good fortune is left with it. Mary Hannon leaves her pugnastic ability to Joan Keenan. Christina Cloonan transfers to Barbara Shutt her wardrobe of sharp sweaters. Nancy Peters leaves to Katherine Phelan her alacrity and good humor. Anna Drudy leaves her use of Sister's jacknife for sharpening red pencils for bookkeeping to Imelda Tessmer. Margaret Mooney leaves her advantageous position just in front of Sister's desk to Marie Corbett hoping she will put it to good use. Muriel Gravel leaves her blush to Phyllis Smith. Francis Barrett sheds his loafer jacket and leaves it to Thomas Scioli. Paul Molloy, Francis McDermott wants you to enjoy that bashful technique that never fails. Eleanor Reilly to Raymond Barrett her cherished first seat in the first row. Pauline Alarie leaves to Charles MacNeil her artistic ability and to Irene Chisholm her sweet smile. Muriel Gravel bequeaths to Jean McCurley her thirst for cokes, and oh yes, a pair of straws to go with it. Julia Flanagan leaves to Jean Fournier her industrious attitude. Francis Smith endows John Leahy that yen for classical music. Ann Delaney leaves to Virginia Callahan her cute dimples. Ann Butler wills to Rita Loughlin her good humor, a valuable asset. Anna Drudy bequeaths to Marjorie Smith her loquacious vivacity, plus a dictionary. Mary Camerato generously presents to Margaret Mannix her set of books to keep posted on the latest novels. Ruth Gildea leaves to Claire O'Donnell her winning personality. Francis Barrett bequeaths to John Heffernan the art of smiling through difficulties. Dorothy Grubaugh leaves her post at W. T. Grant to Ann McDonnell. Marie MacKay leaves to Eleanor Rooney her dramatic aspirations. Henry Welsh resigns his presidency to Candy Distribution Co. and leaves it to Robert O'Reilly. Helen Pappas endows Frances Miller with her scholastic ability and her position on the Honor Roll. Margaret Mahoney presents to Ruth McGrady her candid camerag and to Edith Ciglio her school spirit. Mary Rooney wills to Francis Welsh her theory Better late than never. d .Eleanor Barbato leaves to Mary Ryan her certificate to laugh when an 1 . ' Mary O'Rourke leaves to Robert Swift her familiar exclamation: I didn't say a word, Sister! kFrancis Phillips leaves James Molloy a key to his chest of sharpie soc s. d H Loretta Frissora leaves to John Heffernan her collection of stuffed o s. Eileen O'Connell to Constance Rooney her clever wit. Francis McDermott to James Caruso his cute wave. Julia Flanagan wishes Julia Wade to have her Crosby watch. Dorothy Grubaugh's gleam in her eye goes to Mary McSweeney. Francis Barrett to Thomas O'Rourke an instruction book on Smooth Dancing. WILL - fContinuedJ Claire Hayden wills to Theresa Sampson her liveliness. Francis Smith turns in his voice for serenading that certain one to Thomas Scioli. Ruth Gildea leaves her license of Floor Walker to Constance Rooney. A Muriel Gravel bequeaths to Mary McCarthy her favorite record of lways. Margaret Mahoney, her ticket for bus rides to Waltham, to Lillian Fitzgerald. Mary Rooney wills to Rose Mary Mooney her pair of rubber sole Qhard to getj shoes for basketball. Claire Hayden leaves her air-mail stamps to Mary Monahan. Pauline Alarie leaves to Eleanor Doyle her position of telephone girl. And, as has been proved by the aforementioned endowments, we are of sound minds and judgments. We have selected as our administrators and advisors Sister Rose Vincent and Sister Mary Patricia to see that all bequests herein are carried out without exemption or exception. Signed on this day, Tuesday, May twenty-second, nineteen hundred and forty-five. MURIEL GRAVEL FRANCIS BARRETT Class Attorneys Jim glam of 145 Wide-eyed and hopeful Freshmen were we, With a new world of things to do and see As we stepped from the portals of Grammar to High And started off, toward our goal with a sigh. All thru the Sophomore Year we were still a Traveling a road very much up hillg With Caesar, Geometry, and Biology too, Supplying many ups and downs anew. Junior days ushered learning and happy times too With Basketball games and Prom, to mention a few, It was a year of accomplishment, without doubt, And it was with pride that we ushered it out. Now as the Seniors, we hold our goal fast, We look to the future and smile at the past. Here gathered together before we part, We pledge ourselves anew to the Sacred Heart. And wherever the future may take us, Let us always keep alive, The memories of St. Patrick's And the CLASS OF '45. CATHERINE MURRIN '45 5 1 i 2 3 s s E 3 2 E 5 Q mmm MN-.Nwwaswwm,ff.Mff.mM.fw.fMm,,WMM,,WMWM-w.,...,,,,Mf,WV,MM.qM,,,.WMWW,,,.M,.N AAxx,, .W,W..W.,V, WMM . .W ,, , , i EPEQEHECVZ g DUSYS 9 fs Li NQ' YQ by Q2 Q X MA T E , Q + T :L 2, f f + Q U if I J ?m U M113 K GK 1AhxX X 5 44547 Q55 V I ? Q yr? A 0 I A A mx 13+ s 'Y' D fb Y Y 0 A 3 + EE vs? I IX I . ,Q L Q R ug if FQ A I 0 -W N, X Y T 7? X 1 W 01- f UL. iii? I .gb N . 'X '13 XG 0 5 S ix , if Q 2 I P, In f 9 31i111i1i IlI6F51il1l11l'iZlllB A fl ' My IR EN -Uf A gg E x 83: , I , X X I fe' 5553 V 2 .f f ng zf X f 5' ' Q My l N' L Jlfwphwf TIME: Oh, any old time. SCENE I: Office of Francis Barrett, M. D. SETTING: Eileen O'Connell, receptionist, is busy at desk when a young woman enters. RECEPTIONIST: Good afternoon. Do you wish an appointment . . ? Why if it isn't Claire Hayden, but your name isn't Hayden any more, is it? It's been ages since I've seen you last. CLAIRE: Hello Eileen. I was hoping I would meet someone I knew when I came back to Watertown. I've been traveling quite a bit lately and I've been out of touch with my former classmates. I remembered that Frannie Barrett went to Boston College to be a doctor, so I found the address of his office, and here I am, hoping to hear something about our class. By the way, where is the Doctor? EILEEN: I made him take the afternoon off. He's been so rushed lately that a little relaxation will do him good. You'll probably find him down on the site of the new Hospital that's being erected by the Smith Engineering Firm. It will be the biggest building that Watertown has ever seen. CLAIRE: I'm glad to know that Watertown is expanding. But you, I was surprised when I saw that you were a nurse. You had such a time making up your mind. Where are . . . tShe is interrupted by Arm Butler and Chris Cloornau, who rush in the side door.b CLAIRE: Well, Ann Butler and Chris Cloonan! What's the hurry! Can't you stop and say hello to a good friend. ANN: tto Eileeul Please Eileen. Two Bromo-Seltzers, or their equivalents. EILEEN: I have them ready. ANN: Cto Claireb Hello Claire, We're in a terrible rush. Being a teacher is a very busy life. School is just out and we're taking two- hundred and fifty children on a nature walk to the Watertown Zoo and Horticultural Gardens, run by Mary Hannon. CLAIRE: Run by Mary Hannon, I didn't realize she had that much vim. Tell me more! I ANN: Chris, you tell her, I want to drink my fuzz. CHRIS: Well, Mary wanted to bring some culture to the town so she built this Zoo and Horticultural Garden. It's a great boon to us. We don't use any charts at the school. We take the children there instead. ANN: Goodby. Stay in town Claire and we'll be able to talk awhile. -CHRIS: Goodby! l tThey exit.J tEilee'n and Claire resumej CLAIRE: My what activity. tTelephoue rings. Eileen uusiversj EILEEN: Hello. Doctor Barrett's office . . . Oh hello Mary. No, the Doctor isn't in. What, you've discovered an important serum . . . Yes, the lleloctor wants some . . . No, Mary . . . Yes . . . All right, Mary . . . Goodby, ary. CLAIRE: Is that any Mary I know? EILEEN: Yes, Mary Rooney, one of the leading Chemists of our day. She is in New Hampshire at the Litmus Chemical Research Co. She's so excited about the new serum, she said she'd be here as soon as she could. tNoise ou the roof! CLAIRE: I wonder what that is. tMary Rooney walks in with a test tube of the serum.J A CLAIRE: Mary, you were in New Hampshire. How did you get here so fast? MARY: Hello, I just landed on the roof in my helicopter. In my busi- ness I have to travel from place to place quickly. The company where I work is manufacturing litmus paper for St. Patrick's High School. They PROPHECY - Ujontinueclb are still trying to replenish the supply that Francis Smith used on his experiments. CKay Murrin enters with Ruth Gildeaj KAY: Hello, Eileen - and Claire! - and Mary Rooney. I'm dread- fully tired. We've been down to Henry Welsh's Beauty Salon and I think he does wonderful work, don't you? MARY ROONEY: What! Henry Welsh-Beauty Salon! Why he never had more than an inch of hair on his head in his life. Now, he's telling women how to wear their's! RUTH: He is, and he's considered the best authority in America. MARY: But tell me, Catherine, have you written any poetry lately? The last four books you wrote were superb. KAY: Yes, Mary. My latest is in that bookcase over there. It's a collection of 100 of my most famous poems. Ruth, tell her how you earn your daily bread. RUTH: I'm a radio announcer but I have a fifteen minute program at four-thirty. I'll have to be leaving soon to get to the station on time. Be sure to listen. I think you'll like my program. MARY: What is it like? RUTH: I want to surprise you, just be sure to listen. tRuth puts on her hat and starts to walk quicpklyf to the door when she lightly' bumps against a well-dressed womanb DORIS: I beg your pardon, young lady. RUTH: Sorry- Chastity exitsj CAnna Drudy walks in and Doris Sutherland.J EILEEN: Why - Doris Sutherland. DORIS: The name is Mrs. Vanderfeller Rockabuilt. What right have you to call me by my maiden name. It's utterly unpardonable. EILEEN: But don't you remember me, Doris? Eileen O'Connell, class of '45, ANNA: I remember. Certainly, Doris, in the social whirl of your life, you haven't lost the pleasant memories of our days in St. Patrick's High School. tDoris looks enlightened.JWe're in a hurry right now. Is the doctor in? EILEEN: No. he is not. Would you like to make an appointment? DORIS: No, thank you, nothing serious. We are going to a tea this afternoon so we'll be back later. ANNA: I'd like to see you again some time. I'll give you one of my husba'nd's cards. You can phone me at this number. Goodby everyone. fWhen they leave. Eileen holds up the card and reads it aloud.b EILEEN: Mr, John Michael Van Attlewood. Ambassador to New Guinea, Tel. New Guinea 5397? New Guinea: Doesn't sound like a nickel call. I think I'd better write. fFrancis McDermott and Francis Smith simultaneously enter from opposite doors. They reach the desk together. Both begin to speak at once.J h tFRANCIS MCDERMOTT: Hello, I wonder if you could tell me w a FRANCIS SMITH: Hello, I wonder if you would be interested in . . . EILEEN: One at a time please. FRANCIS MCDERMOTT: My name is Francis McDermott and I'm Rresident of the Watertown Bachelors' Club. One of the Bachelors is sick. He's lying very still and he's white and cold. Could you tell me what I can do for him? EILEEN: Wait a minute. I'll find his sickness in the Sympton Book compiled by Doctor Barrett. CEileen looks it up.J . FRANCIS McDERMOTT: Doctor Barrett! A very good friend of mine named Barrett became a doctor. He must be the same one. Say! you must know me. MARY: Of course, we do, Mac. EILEEN: I've found it Mac. Tell me! Did you ever take out life insurance for the man? PROPHECY - CContinuedJ MAC: Yes, I did. EILEEN: Well, rest assured that you have already done the most you can possibly do for him. fMary N ocera walks in.J And what can we do for you, Smitty. The doctor isn't in right now. He's looking at the new hospital. I have'n't seen it lately. How is it coming along? FRANCIS SMITH: The forty-first story is completed. Only nine more to go. Had a little trouble with it. One of the workmen has astig- matism-that eye disease we learned about in the Freshman Science course. He read the print on an angle and built the building on a tilt. It's going to make a wonderful diving board. It leans right over the Charles River. MARY: Fine. A combination Hospital and Diving Board. Two birds with one astigmatism. MARY NOCERA: Hello, Eileen. It's about closing time. Are you ready to go home? EILEEN: Oh! here you are, Mary. I was just telephoning you but I must have missed you. I wanted you to know I couldn't leave until I heard from the doctor. He isn't coming back to the Oiiice, I think, and I have a message for him. MARY: Oh! Well, I'll wait if you don't mind. And in the mean- while I have some news for you-guess what shorthand method I'm using now? Q EILEEN: fPuzzled and dubiousj Gregg? I guess. . . MARY: Oh, no. What would be news in that? Anyway- remem- ber vsghat a whiz Francis Phillips was in shorthand during our Junior Year. EILEEN: Whiz ? Why - Mary - I -- MARY: I have just now collocated that word for this purpose. I am using the Phillips' Shorter Shorthand method-and really it's simple. I use it especially since I work in his office-probably Wouldn't be em- ployed otherwise. But here's the point, Eileen. He is coming down to induce you to use his facilitated method. The reason why he hasn't been before is that he has only recently received the approval and patented seal and the new shorthand shall be taught in schools. What do you think of that? EILEEN: Goodness, Mary, you surely aren't serious. But then I imagine it is as probable as it is possible. Nevertheless, about changing from Gregg now... CShe is suddenly interrupted when Francis Phillips enters.D FRANCIS PHILLIPS: Now, 'now Eileen, no hasty decisions. Did my, ah, my secretary tell you the details? Of course, you realize my Phillips' Shorter Shorthand shall revolutionize the business world. A first-grader could aptly learn my new method. Sure, I knew you wanted to learn shorthand the easy way. Here now-I know you'll relish these. fAs Eileen tries to say she is satisfied- he sets several books and note- books on her desk and laughs contentedlyj MARY: You're in for it now, Eileen, but take it from me you shall not regret getting entangled in his books. I'll let you in on some of my own information on that subject. EILEEN: fGlancing through the bookl I think the longer short- hand is shorter than the shorter shorthand. MARY: I think you ought to try it, Eileen. C'The girls and boys babble their opinions until Mary Hannon rushes in.b MARY HANNON: Where's the doctor? Gargantua's little nephew, Muscles, has a sore throat. EILEEN : I'm sorry, but the doctor treats only human patients. MARY HANNON: But I've brought Muscles over. He's in the outer waiting room. EVERYBODY: What! fAll leave by the opposite door in a hurry.J END OF ACT I PROPHECY - wontinuedj ACT II PROLOGUE: Many of the girls of the class of '45 have natural curly hair. Therefore, any reference to uncurly locks is purely coincidental. TIME: That evening. PLACE: Henri Welsh's Beauty Salon. Scene of the Second Act Opens: Mary Camerato, Mary O'Rourke, Dorothy Grubaugh, Marie Eastman and Murial Gravel are wait- ing for Henri Welsh's assistant, Sid Barbato, to come in. Dottie Grubaugh speaks: DOTTIE: But I'm sure that you will like this hair specialist. I'm a model, and my boss especially advocates this establishment. MURIEL: There. I told you that Henri Welsh's Beauty Salon was well known, even in New York. My husband owns a chain of drug stores that stretches across the country. Whenever I stop at one of them that is all I hear the women talk about. MARY CAMERATO: I hope you are right. I am the first woman to run for selectman and I must look my best when I deliver my speech at the rally. fEleanor Barbato erttersl ELEANOR: Hello everyone. Monsieur Welsh is out of town, but I'm sure that I can operate this machine. It is able to lift you high above the throngs of people who do not have a Welsh Super De-Luxe Permanent. Who will be the first? Oh, by the way, Marie, how do you like your job as a telephone operator? MARIE: It is very interesting. I am well acquainted with many of the prominent businessmen in Boston. Once in a while, Fibber McGee even calls me Myrt. ELEANOR: Hello, Mary O'Rourke, where have you been? The last I heard you were in New York. MARY O'ROURKE: Oh! I am doing the bookkeeping for the famous See America First Navigation Lines. I've been in Florida for quite a while but I'll probably stay in Boston from now on. . ELEANOR: That's fine, Mary. Would you like to be first? There will probably be a rush tonight so, I'll have to hurry. MARY O'ROURKE: Certainly. fPauline Alarie entersb MARY CAMERATO: Here is your chance girls to discover what you can about the latest styles in womens' dresses. Pauline Alarie is well known for her original and flattering designs. Can you give me some advice, Polly? PAULINE: Of course, Mary. Why don't you stop at my home some day. I'll be glad to help you in any way that I can. Oh! Ruth Gildea told me to be sure to listen to her program this afternoon. It's time now. I'll put the radio on. RUTH: fover the radiob Hello everyone. This is Ruth Gildea with her helpful hints on how to be slim. The only morning reducing program that comes to you - at night. Ready now, to the sweet strains of Mairzy Doats hold yourself at arms length and revolve your body by the wrist. 1-2-3-4. Slowly now, 3-2-1-4. 1-2-3-4-Who are you getting slim for? l MARIE EASTMAN: If this is going to go on for fifteen miutes, I think I'll scream. RUTH: 1-2-3-4-3-2-1-4-1-2-3-4-3-Z fshe is shut ofjfb fArm Delaney and Margaret Mahoney enter quicklyl ANN: Hello everyone. Did Nancy come yet? ELEANOR: Nancy' who? ANN: Why! Nancy Peters. She arrived on the last plane from Washington. She was the guest artist at the Washington Book Fair. MARGARET MAHONEY: I came up to take her picture. Marie MacKay will be up soon. She is a photographer for my rival paper. p PROPHECY - tContinueclD PAULINE: What ever led you to become a photographer, was it because you used up so much film in your high school days? MARGARET: Yes, Polly, that's partly the reason. But wait, here comes Nancy. Oh, I hope I get the scoop. CNancy Peters walks in.J NANCY: Hello kids, what's all the hustle. MARGARET: I want to take your picture for this evening's paper. Will you sit over in that chair. fNancy sits in the chair. Marie MacKay comes in the opposite door and watches in horror while Margaret Mahoney proceeds to take N ancy's pictnrej MARIE: folejectezllyl Oh! You've got the scoop. Well, I'll get the interview. Please Nancy, tell us how you felt when two of your books were best sellers. NANCY: But I came here to see my former classmates. I'd rather that you would tell me something about yourselves. I didn't know you worked at the airport, Ann. ANN: Yes, I'm head Dietician of the Faster Flights in Higher Heights Trans-Continental Airline Service. I prepare the menus for the largest planes in America. They have modern size dining rooms for long Hights. fHelen Pappas entersl NANCY: Hello, Helen! How is the chemical business? HELEN: It is simply thrilling, Nancy. People don't realize how many new luxuries they will have in a few short years. CDottie Bone and Allena MacDonald enterj DOTTIE: Hello everyone. Allena was just telling me about her new job at the Attorney's Office. Tell them about it, Allena. ALLENA: Well, I'm a private secretary to District Attorney I. Argue. He has recently put the famous forger, Dinna Do Witt, behind bars. He discovered that Mr. Do Witt had really done it. MARY O'ROURKE: Where do you work, Dottie? DOTTIE: I'm in the advertising business. Three of our former classmates are employed in the same company. Here they come now. You remember Eleanor Reilly, Julia Flanagan, and Margaret Mooney. ELEANOR: Hello, all. Isn't it funny to find you all here. It seems just a short time ago that we were all Seniors at St. Patrick's. Doesn't it? HELEN: It surely does. What kind of advertising do you specialize in? I may be able to use you for advertising my company. JULIA: Well, I don't know about your company, Helen. We spec- ialize in Singing Advertising. You hear us on the radio every day. We haxievloads of fun advertising the Hold-Em-On Clothes Pins. Don't we gir s . MARGARET MOONEY: I'll say we do. I don't know about a Chemical Company though. Say, maybe we could do it like this. fShe takes out a scrap of paper and writes a few worcls on it and passes it to Eleanor anal Jnlia.J Let's try it. fThey singl If you want things done in a hurry. If you want things done with a bang. Just climb into your surrey, And get Pappas's Chemicals! ! 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MQefDovvf?fd 'M.Cam 3t0 7 if 1 'fy i Vs TN, M.M0Me, L.Fnfs ra Ulm Pfwm may 24, 7944 Jw MW 7944 NAME Pauline Alarie Eleanor Barbato Francis Barrett Dorothy Bone Ann Butler Mary Camerato Christina Cloonan Ann Delaney Anna Drudy Marie Eastman Julia Flanagan Loretta Frissora Ruth Gildea Muriel Gravel Dorothy Grubaugh Mary Hannon Claire Hayden Allena MacDonald Marie MacKay Francis McDermott Margaret Mahoney Margaret Mooney Catherine Murrin Mary Nocera Eileen O'Connell Mary O'Rourke Helen Pappas Nancy Peters Francis Phillips Eleanor Reilly Mary Rooney Francis Smith Doris Sutherland Henry Welsh KK -4 in it in ni sn is si u ci SK Srnittie,' if NICKNAME Kipollyli tdS,idJJ Franny D0tiie,' Biitsie Mae Chris Annie Dru EaStie Julie Fuzzy KKSAIYZZJH Myrt Dottie Mary C lareneev AALQH Mickey AhMaC7l Pegu Peggien lAKaly7I Millie Okie,' Mary Helen KINGIYLJJ Weasel MEL!! M aryn Dar ffnfmir Ji' 0 ALWAYS SEEN Blushing. . . ? Humming to herself. Grinning at heart. Riding the M Sz M bus. Studying chemistry. Reading between periods. Mailing letters. Dreaming. In a hurry. Bobloing up and down. Accompanying Muriel. Smiling. Giggling. Poised. Taking pictures. Heading for Phillips-Card At the dances. Passing the ink. Primping up. In Allston. In Waltham - why? ? ? Combing her tresses. Enjoying Doris. With a grin. Looking for holidays. With good humor. Getting good marks. Getting caught. With a joke. Taking messages. Doing calahoogies. Ambitious. With a remark. Late? ? ? ? ? di' 0 U NEVER EXPECTED To BE SEEN Excited Nonchalant Without that sweater Walking to school Without Ann Not asking questions Serious Undernourished Inactive Quiet J itterbugging A poor sport In her chubby stage Unladylike Away from the P.O. Missing a game Angry 5' 9 A brunette Not cheering for home team Missing the fun Not smirking at someone Acting silly Taking the long way home Wide awake Agreeing with Sister. Without her studies Teacher's pet Without Hank Overgrown Not friendly Without an answer At 8:15 With an inch of hair 69 GREATEST WORRY Overcoming childhood Gaining height Turning the pages The Army and its ways Chemistry Getting to work How to save money Fiddle Ouiji Board The mail situation Bookkeeping Keeping all the news Nieces and nephews That Watertown High lad Routing the Marines Working A G. I. Joe Nothing to do Having two on the string Draft status Routing two teams Her tongue Dad, and his jokes School in general Chemistry lab. Bookkeeping classes The Shamrock That sprained wrist Opposite sex? ? ? ? The one and only? ? '? ? A Paratrooper Keeping Polly happy St. Mary's Waltham Boot training CK ll FAVORITE SONGS Star Eyes Holiday for Strings Dreaming Dancing in the Dark Janie Hi-Ho Good Night Sweet Dreams' The Things You Are Stardust Begin the Beguine Paper Doll Billy Boy Angelina Robin Hood Boy of Mine My Wild Irish Rose Fellow on a Furlough I Dream of You Our Waltz Down in the Valley I Walk Alone Beginning to see the Light White Christmas Always If I Had My Way Cool Water Beautiful Ohioi' Till Then My Little Darlin' Don't Fence Me In Dear One Toora-Loora-Loora TOgether Marines Hymn Klan 501144 WE'LL NEVER FORGET CSung to the tune of Making Believej We'll never forget The days that we spent In dear old St. Patrick High School Those wonderful days We'll cherish and hold Memories of our high school years. Our dreams have come true And now is the time To thank you again and again We'll never forget those endless hours That we have spent Hours that we hold dear We'll always be true and You will never be forgotten Dear Old St. Patrick's. High. I'M BEGINNING TO MISS THEM ALL QSung to the tune of I'm Beginning to See the Lightl I never cared much for school and books I never cared much for teacher's looks But now that the years are at an end I'm beginning to miss them all. I never thought there would be so much To Hamlet, History, Lab and such But now that we're leaving them all behind I'm beginning to miss them all. Used to hate to do homework Used to loathe those awful themes But now that it's over and we're all through We can sit back and relax. I never thought May would come so soon I never thought it would ever end And now that it has, my heart cries out I'm beginning to miss them all. 022 Llcdllcata Hula ,ezagxz fo fha mnmbnfzn nf rum Alam who ww unable io bn wdh mi af Huh fbnn bffaumz lluzy ww mzmulfzq fluuh fanning, in fha d!U'l'I,Qd .EDJLCIZA ll .QA Best Students Helen Pappas Francis Smith Best Connersationalist Mary Camerato Francis Barrett Best Dressed Marie Eastman Francis Barrett Best Voice Mary Nocera Francis Smith Best N atured Doris Sutherland Henry Welsh Most Busincsslike Anna Drudy Francis Smith Most Personality Christina Cloonan Henry Welsh Most Versatile Mary Nocera Francis Smith Most Likely to Succeed Loretta Frissora Francis Smith Most Popular Ann Butler Henry Welsh Most Athletic Mary Rooney Henry Welsh Best Dancers Mary Rooney Francis Phillips Best Looking Anne Delaney Francis McDermott Best Musicians Nancy Peters Francis Smith Best Complexion Muriel Gravel Mary R-ooney Best Sport Mary Rooney Henry Welsh Most Aniiable Eleanor Reilly Eleanor Barbato Most Loquacious Nancy Peters Francis Phillips Most Reliable Ruth Gildea Francis McDermott Most Argurnentative Anna Drudy Mary Camerato Most Representative Ruth Gildea Anna Drudy Most Dignified Dorothy Bone Dorothy Grubaugh Class Artist Pauline Alarie Francis Smith Class Poet Catherine Murrin Francis Smith Lioeliest Nancy Peters Ruth Gildea Shortest Eleanor Barbato Francis Phillips Sweetest Pauline Alarie Muriel Gravel Wittiest Doris Sutherland Henry Welsh Most Serious Julia Flanagan Mary Hannon Most Anibitious Loretta Frissora Francis Smith Most Independent Helen Pappas Marie MacKay Most Ladylike Mary O'Rourke Dorothy Grubaugh Nicest Eyes Margaret Mahoney Francis Barrett Nicest Hair Margaret Mooney Claire Hayden Class Comedian Eileen O'Connell Henry Welsh Class Socialites Claire Hayden Francis Phillips Dreainiest Marie Eastman Anne Delaney Tallest Ann Butler Francis McDermott Quietest Allena MacDonald Mary Hannon Most Polite Mary Hannon Francis Smith Most Bashful Pauline Alarie Catherine Murrin N eatest Claire Hayden Francis Barrett Most Gentlernanly Francis Smith Francis Barrett Nicest Teeth Anne Delaney Marie MacKay Nicest Srnile Doris Sutherland Anne Delaney dz Front row fleft to Mghitjz Francis Smith, Francis Phillips, Thomas Maher, Anna Drudy, Helen Pappas, fEditorJ, Mary Monahan, Ann Butler, Grace Peters, Helen McDonald, Back 'row fleft to 'fighfjl Mary Rooney, Joseph Kelly, Eileen O'Connell, Bertram Mul- laney, Edward Reardon, Robert Holland, James Kelleher, Francis Hannon, James Molloy, Charles Clifford, Christina Cloonan, Lillian Fitzgerald, Ann McDonnell, Jean Vigneau. l l l jim ,jhuubfm Front row fleft to frightlx R. M. Mooney, E. Doyle, E. Ceglio, C. Rooney, J. Leahy R. Loughlin, F. Welsh, R. McGrady, E. Rooney, M. Ryan, ll. Comick, T Sampson, V. Callahan. Second 'row Qleft to 'riglztjz M. McSWeeney, L. Fitzgerald, P. Smith, K. Phelan, J Keanan, M. Smith, R. Comeau, M. Monahan, B. Shutt, C. O'Donnell, M Mannix, M. Duffy, I. Tessmer, M. McCarthy, A. Keaney, J. Fournier, A Chartier, J. McCurley, A. McDonnell. Third row fleft to riglztbz R. Cunniff, E. Reardan, J. Molloy, T. O'Rourke, C. MacNeil J. Kelleher, J. Heffernan, P, Molloy, R. Barrett, T. Scioli. Not slmzvn: C. Clifford, J. Caruso, I. Chisholm, M. Corbett, F. Miller, R. O'Reilly and J. Wade. We are the Class of '46, After three long years, our hopes have been realized. Entering the high school as Freshmen, We looked with awe and respect upon the upper classmen, with the dream of some- day becoming one. We have achieved our goal. May we be as successful as our predecessors. And to you, Graduates, We wish Good Luck and Godspeed. Soplwmofma I 'runt ron' Qleft to riglztj: A. Kelly, B. O'Connell, M. Monahan, N. Vasques, T. Maher '1. Gallagher, R. Holland, L. Sullivan, N. Mahoney, J. OHallo1an, R. Mac Donald, G. Peters, D. Keaney. Secrmrl Wm- fleft to friglztj : M. Ryder, IC. Laughlin, M. Gately, M. Curtin, M. Dormady H. McEllin, P, Maclnnis, V. Perley, E. Barnes, C. Durkin, T. Laughrea, D Cannon, H. Phelan, M. Cloherty, J. Comeau, M. McLellan, S. McDermott R. MacPhee, G. Sherman. Third row Cleft to rightj : T. Mullen, J. McIntyre, W. O'Grady, C. Harvey, J. Donovan F. Hannon, J. Ryan, R. Blackburn, E. McEllin, P. Carr, J. McHugh, E Delulio, P. O'Halloran, J. Reilly, S. Nocera, T. Fallon. Not slzozmz: R. White, J. Devaney, J. O'Grady, P. Clifford, L. lleviney, and S. Lyons Introducing the Class of 1947. Our year as Sophomores has passed quickly and pleasantly. We have the distinction of being the largest class in the high school. We have proved our talents by furn- ishing most of the members of the basketball and baseball squads. The leading man in the play was our own Paul O'Ha1loran. Two other members of our class had important parts. Our Mission Tree produced the most blossoms. Godspeed to the Seniors as they Walk onto the Avenue of Life. J 5101411 ff! ' Ifront mu' flcft to 'riglztj : M. Mosca, R. K-eohane, P. Fitzgerald, J. Carbone, L. Francis B. Sullivan, F. Gildea, J. Delaney, C. McCarthy, A. Phillips, R. O'Halloran M. O'Connell. Swcrnzfl row fleft to rightjz J. Smith, P. Carr, J. Mooney, F. Shields, J. Sullivan, .D Hoover, R. Garraway, R. Stillisano, A. Parker, E. Langley, T. Burke, J. Vig neau, A. Welsh, L. Russell, J. Cloherty, ll. McGillivary. Third mu- flf'-ft to rigllthz J. Concannon, K. Devereau, P. Comeau, J. Morris, E Holland, J. Shay, J. Tollan, B. Mullaney, J. Reardon, M. Ryan, B. Clinton E. Hannon. The Freshmen say Maybe we're small but we're mighty. Yes, they're mighty good Patricians- they love St. Patrick's and they're proud, loyal and enthusiastic. The enthusiasm goes for Shamrock drives, basketball games and baseball games, Waste paper drives, and finally for studies, especially Algebra. They are looking forward to three more happy years, and then graduation as St. Patrickys beloved Class of '48 Meanwhile, they wish the present Graduates, every wish for success. HMM of 946' F ont mu Neff to 'rightjr H. Macllonald, A. Fournier, I. Rooney, ll. Dexanek J McDermott, M. Callahan, T. Folino, ll. McCall. qcroml ron fleft to rightjz M. Heffernan, M. llonovan, L. Frissora, E. bhechan A Ciubaugh, M. A. Seeley, P. Ryder, M. Sallese, M. Halfey, M C Pappas E Boudreau. Tlmd vow flcft to riyhtli S. Clark, VV. Keeney, R. Hanley, F. Gill, A. Kelly T Maher Not shaun F, Theriault, J. Buckley, H. Miller. We, the 9B division of the Freshman Class, have enjoyed a happy school year. Though the youiiest class, we have been active supporters at all games and dances. Our contributions to the Missions, to the Red Cross and to the various Drives have been outstanding and cheerfully given. We apprec- iate the benefits derived from all our studies and we hope our future years will reflect credit on St. Patrick High School. We felicitate the Seniors and wish them every blessing. gh .Sclwnl pin!! Seated fleft to rightjz Helen Pappas, Paul O'Halloran, Marie MacKay, Jean Mc- Curley, Edward Delulio, Nancy Peters. Standing Cleft to rightj : Frances Miller, Ann Butler, Ruth Gildea, Margaret Mahoney, Claire Hayden, Dorothy Grubaugh, Mary Monahan, Lillian Fitzgerald, Anne Keaney, Marjorie Smith, Mary Ryan, Doris Comick, Francis Phillips, Charles Harvey, Charles MacNeil, James Kelleher. Not shown: Theresa Folino. 'Umm sam On the evening of April twenty-seventh in St. Patrick Hall, Miss S. Theresa McCarthy presented the High School Play, Charm School, a comedy by Alice Duer Miller and Robert Milton. The whole cast en- deavored to do their best. The choruses did exceptionally wellg the costumes, evening gowns of soft pastels and sports dresses, added to the color and gaiety of the play. We hope it was accepted and appreciated, not only for ourselves, but for our director of dramatics, Miss McCarthy, who has given her time and unceasing and unfailing efforts to make Charm School a success. MARIE MACKAY '45 Jim :mf T-o begin with Austin Bevans .....................................................................,...................................... Paul O'Halloran An automobile salesman with ideas which David McKenzie .......................................................................................................... Edward Delulzo A law student, considers unpractical, though George Boyd ..................................................................................................................... James Kelleher An expert accountant, is willing to cooperate and so are Jim Simpkins ............................................................................................................ Raymond Barrett and - Tim Simpkins ............................................................................................................... Charles Harvey Who toil not and have never seriously considered spinning. Homer Johns ............................................................................................................... Charles M aeN ezl is guardian of Elise Benedotti ................................. ............................................,........................... M arze MacKay the president of the Senior Class at a school presided over by Miss Hayes .................................................................... L ...................................................... Helen Pappas who is loved and feared by all who know Sally Boyd ........... Muriel Doughty Ethel Spelvin .......... Alix Mercier ........... Lillian Stafford her including the secretary, Miss Curtis ........................................................................................................................ Jean McCnrley who is always trying to think well of the Senior Class, consisting of Nancy Peters who is George's sister and 9 Mary Monahan Lillian Fitzgerald . .............. Frances Miller Margaret Mahoney Claire Hayden Madge Kent .................. ................................................................................................ . and s hardly worthwhile to mention a Dotsle .............................................................,............................................................... who is always in the way. DRAMATICS Miss S. Theresa McCarthy Junior Theresa Folino jim Hmm Go back, go back, Go back to the Woods, You You You You You That St. Pat's has. haven't, you haVen't, haven't got the goods, haVen't got the rhythm, haven't got the jazz, haven't got the team, Hot-potato, hot-potato, Half-past alligator, Sis - boom - bah! ! St. Patrick's High School, Rah!! Rah!! Rah!! Although a necessary part of any school's athletic life, our cheer- leaders seem more important to us. They have been present at the games, always cheering our teams, even when the tide of Victory seemed against us. They keep up the morale of our teams, and entire- school, with their cheers and yells. HH 9112211 and Hold Gildea. E. Rooney, ftifmf?-lceepe'rJ. Rooney, M. McSweeney. and M. Mahoney. Our girl athletes! Do you notice the smile of victory and satisfaction on their faces. It deserves to be there. Although not first in the league, these girls worked and fought their way to second place in League stand- ing. Mary Rooney and Nancy Peters, fnot shown in pictureb, figured highly in making the games mostly victories for St. Patrick's Girls' Basket Ball Team. The year nineteen hundred and forty-five can be well noted for the success of St. Patrick's Girls' Team. Front rriu' Qlcft to rightj: C. Cloonan, A. Delaney, A. Butler, J. McCurley, R. Laughlin, R. Second row fleft to rightlz A. Drudy, imrzrzrzgerjg R. Grady, A. McDonnell, Mrs, Hickey, fcouchjg B. Shutt, C. O'Donnell, Third row fleft to rightb : M. Man- nix, R. Mooney, M. Monahan, C. Not slwuwz M. Rooney, N. Peters, Hmm and Hold Qmhfaf Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Front frow Cleft to rightjz E. Reardon, F. Vtlelsli, F. Hannon, J. Molloy, T. Scioli. Second 'row fleft to rightjz J. Reilly, J. Shay, J. Mcllermott, J. Tollan, L. Sullivan, J. Reardon. Not slzowvzz J. Devaney, R, White, and J. Ryan. Cheered by the entire school these hoopsters have just completed a strenuous season. To give you an example here is their schedule for the year. 5 St. John, Cambridge 7 St. Mary, Brookline 12 Our Lady, Newton 16 St. Columbkille, Brighton 19 St. Charles, Waltham 23 Cathedral, Boston 26 Mission, Roxbury Feb. 23 St. Mary, Nl 5 Jan. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 1 'altham 9 11 16 8 Z8 2 St. Mary, VValtham St. Mary, Brookline Our Lady, Newton St. Columbkille, Brighton St. Charles, Waltham Cathedral, Boston Mission, Roxbury dzdoqnaplm 1 df, 'N X 1,1 fff!,l'lf' 'V X LN I I I li Ji, X f, 'rj Z Kg I , , .. 1 nf f 1 I ,ff V PM 414, ...L ' 4 2 x, . 1 A n f ' ' 'V k J ' .3 '. ,ff ,Q f dutogmplm 5,DOI'I.A!J!lA ST. PATRICK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Mr. and Mrs. William J. Bone Mrs. David R. Courtney Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gravel Mr. Anthony Baratta Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Barbato Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Barbato Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Barbato Mr. and Mrs. James Barbato Miss Evelyn Barloato Mr. and Mrs. John Barrett Mr. Raymond Barrett Miss Mary J. Barry Miss Mary Beirne Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Bolduc Miss Ernestine Bolduc Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Burke Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Butler Mr. and Mrs. Carmine Camerato Miss Elizabeth Camerato Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cloonan Miss Mary Cloonan Mr. D. E. Connors Michael B. Darcy John F. Delaney James Devaney Thomas Drudy Thomas J. Drudy and Mrs. Wilfred Dugas Miss Delia Durkin Mrs. Teresa A. Eastman Charles R. Eastman, MM 3fc Pfc. Joseph W. E. Eastman Miss Claire Finn Mr. and Mrs. George Fitzgerald Mr. and Mrs. John Flanagan Miss Nora Flanagan Mr. Joseph Fox and Mrs. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Hannon Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Harrington Lt. and Mrs. Lyman F. Sheats Mr. and Mrs. Emmet F. Smith pdfhbhd Mr. and Mrs. Henry Frissora Mr. and Mrs. Chester Fuller Mrs. Florence Fuller Miss Esther Furey Mr. and Mrs. John Gildea Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Gildea Miss Bette M. Gildea Miss Gladys A. Gildea Sgt. Robert J. Gildea Mrs. John L. Grady Mr. and Mrs. L. O. Grubaugh Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Guerard Mrs. Madeline Hall Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Harris Mrs. Mary E. Hayden Miss Eleanor Hayden Lt. John F. Hayden Mrs. Bernice M. Hayes Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Hill Mrs. Alberta Jordon Miss Mary G. Keefe Miss Grace Kelley Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Kelly Miss Mary Kelly J Mr. Anthony Lauricella Lt. and Mrs. Roger LeGrand Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Loughlin Mrs. Claire Mabee Mr. Allan MacDonald Mrs. Allan MacDonald Miss Allena MacDonald Mr. and Mrs. Allan MacGinnis Mr. Francis E. MacKay Mrs. Francis E. MacKay Mr. and Mr. and Mr. and Mr. and Mr. and Mrs Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs William Mahoney John A. McCall Florence McCarthy Joseph McCarthy Patrick McDermott Miss Eileen McDermott Miss Evelyn McDonald Mr. and Mrs. James McEllin Miss Ethel McGrady Miss Florence McPhee Mr. Thomas Mooney Mr. and Mrs. John Murrin Mr. and Mrs. William J. Murrin Mr. Arthur Napolitano Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Nolan Mrs. Betty M. O'Brien Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. O'Connell Miss Margaret O'Connell Miss Arlene M. O'Donnell Mr. Patrick O'Rourke Mrs. Margaret O'Rourke Mr. and Mrs. James J. Pappas Mr. Edward L. Whitney Mrs. Cecile Perron Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Peters Mr. and Mrs. James J. Phillips Mr. John Phillips Miss Ann Phillips Miss Theresa Piscatelli Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Reagan Miss Helen M. Regan Miss Helen Regan Mr. Joseph Regan Mrs. Annie L. Regan Miss Mary Reilly Miss Theresa Reilly Sgt. Thomas M. Reilly, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William Rooney Mr. James H. Sullivan and Son Mr. and Mrs. Chester Sutherland Miss Irene Swift Mr. and Mrs. Amede Valais Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Valais Mr. and Mrs. Roland Valais Mrs. Constance T. Whitney 11