St Sebastians School - Arrow Yearbook (Newton, MA)

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XSQSCOIWIPP 4 af:- H . +54 ' Qu H T ra.. at + 5-MN 1 ' 'T ll MAssA0l' JAMES THOMAS SCULLY jim - Stull Football 1, 2, 3 Baseball 1, 3 V Basketball 1 1 St. Sebastian's was only functioning three days as an educational gold-mine when the good news travelled southeast to Newton Centre and came to the ears of Jim Scully. A born opportunist, he was quick to hit the gold rush trail and cast his fortunes with the pioneers of '4l. His new comrades were quick to make an impres- sion upon him Cliterallyj, and the good nature he demonstrated on his initial ap- pearance on the hill, won him immediate acceptance and he was in . Our first impressions of him were justified as time went on and we were made the beneficiaries of his twinkling eyes, infectious grin and Gaelic wit. Any melancholy brought upon us by announcements of exams or assignments of major importance, would be quickly dispelled by Scull's ability to find a silver lining lurking in the clouds. When Dick Shea joined our ranks, the two Newton lads instituted a Damon and Pythias relationship which remained unbroken despite furious interludes on the squash courts. jim was handicapped in athletic competition by a lack of weight which no number of second helpings was able to remedy. However, his dogged persistence and ardent enthusiasm surmounted that barrier and made him a fancy fielding second baseman and a sure-fingered end. However, when the finger on the Wall began to trace a service career for the budding athlete, he sensibly put aside the prospects of athletic glory to pursue an accelerated scholastic program that would win him a diploma. His efforts were successful and the parchment had scarcely been placed in his hand when he became the second member of his family to don the Navy blue. Since that time he has trodden the well-worn path to Sampson and Great Lakes, our thoughts and well Wishes accompanying him and looking forward to the day when he takes his place again in our circle. NONANTUM H ILL. 'Ill

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4 0 K6 4 ff gffalirsilly, gv ' +A, : '2 lil X r-L Q 45' - , s DANIEL JOSEPH O'BRIEN Dan' '-' '0bie Football 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3 Hockey CCaptain 35, 4 L Sophomore year introduced some of us to the Greek language and all of us to Dan O'Brien-both events being milestones in our scholastic career. Immediately upon joining our ranks, the Brookline boy launched his most formidable weapon against us-a broad, Hibernian grin that brightened our days and disarmed even the most resolute of foes. The success of his attack is well attested by the fact that few of us would care to enter a popularity poll today against him. Perhaps the outstanding characteristic of Obie's personality is an enthusiastic loyalty that is quick to spring to the defense of the Wealthy Town , and eloquent in extolling the diamond superiority of the St. Louis Cardinals, even to the extent of financial risk. Dan's daily trips to St. Sebastian's were made in the protective custody of Fr. Keating, and the morning pilgrimages from the turnpike to Nonantum Hill were always enlivened by the Brookline lad's rapid-fire replies to the history teacher's thrusts. It was on one of these expeditions that Dan earned for himself the name Geronimo , due to the preparations he made for parachuting from the skidding vehicle. As an athlete Danny starred in football, baseball and hockey. His seemingly effortless clutches of passes won him the football nickname of Snatch , while his steady, sure-fingered fielding made him regular guardian of the hot corner of the diamond. When we fielded a hockey team in the winter of 1943-44, Obie was one of the prime movers in the enterprise and his election to the captaincy of the squad was no surprise. On the ice he was a stellar defenseman who was equal to any emergency, and at least once each year he made the long trip from behind his own blue line to register a score. Dan's one regret is that no one has ever taken up the challenge to match drives and putts with him-but perhaps the consideration of fifty cents a hole was too great a hazard. Obie parts from us with his eyes on B. C. but the Navy may send out an intercept- ing force in the meantime. As regards his ultimate career he is still undecided, but his native ability and that disarming grin should combine to spell success in any field. Happy landing, Dan, and thanks for the memories!

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A0 Zxfj nj, W. ,ggi A 5- 5' , A 4- y r .- 'S !MlE3fMi ll - M r: ' xx ki .ff -sax , ai, I xy 5 1 RICHARD LEONARD SHEA Dick 4-. ,xy I 50 -ln- Football 3, 4 Student Council President 4 ' I Arrow Photographic Editor 4 ! We hereby present a member of the class who deserves to be catalogued as a triple threat . He is, in short, a scholar, a diplomat and a sportsman. The proof of his academic prowess is evidenced by his repeated presence in the select circle of the honor roll. The Churchillian touch in his make-up must have been clearly mani- fested in his two years with us, for his senior year saw him elevated to the presi- dency ofthe Student Council, a r6le that demands a maximum of tact and a minimum of error. The Sportsman note has been added as the result of his yachting exploits in the Charles River Basin and Megansett Bayg in this regard he has thus far escaped the submarine fate of his brother Bob. If it were possible to reach Hopedale by the water route Dick would find a way, but, up to the time of our going to press, the long portages involved have deterred him. If style shows were held for masculine competitors, the Sargent Street lad would win them all, since he is undoubtedly our model of sartorial elegance. As chief among his hobbies, photography absorbs much of his free time, and hence it was only natural that he should be chosen photographic editor of The Arrow . Dick's athletic achievements are confined to the virile feats of the football field and the equally virile pursuit of the squash ball. On the gridiron the Newton boy was a dependable lineman who saw plenty of service and was a Welcome addition to the squad, since in earlier years he had caused us plenty of discomfort while wearing the moleskins of Sacred Heart. At the indoor game Dick is a rabid enthusiast who has improved steadily and is now a highly respected candidate for the title of school champion. However, even that glory will leave him restless, for his ultimate am- bition is to defeat Fr. Flanigan. Dick is in no immediate danger of hearing from his draft board for some time, hence his plans for a career in the business world may have no temporary interruption. With his suave poise and justified self-confidence he-should have no trouble in reaching the pinnacle. That's our wish, Dick,-au revoir!