St Sebastians School - Arrow Yearbook (Newton, MA)

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COUN7h,a' 5 f m +g. o s, a t 2 la fi? J dussww VINCENT LEO GREENE, JR. ll ll Football 2, 5, 4 4 Swimming Club 4 ' Master Mariner of the Class of '48, Vin catapulted the School into the head- lines of Boston newspapers last September when he undertook to sail an 18-foot catboat from Nantucket to Boston Harbor. That the trip consumed four days and in the meantime glued the St. Sebastian world to the radio, failed to rulile the nonchalance of the skipper who confessed to reporters that he didn't know every- one was worried about us . Typical as it was of his adventuresome spirit, this episode threatens to pale into one of the less exciting chapters in the saga that will one day be written about his life. Having broken his nose three times and earned the nick- name Pinocchio , he continues to drive madly, ride fiery steeds and propel himself through the air to make death-defying tackles. In the classroom however e sheathes his daring in a quiet, subdued attitude that found keen delight in the study of History and English. Social events play a prominent part in his life also, and he cuts an impressive figure in suburban circles. At Bill Gibbons' home, Vin rates as a member of the family and an ardent disciple of the outdoor life. Summer vacations convert him into a press agent for the charms of quaint Nantucket and its visitors, and, sentimentalist, that he is, he spent the wee small hours of one night searching its sandy shores for a misplaced sock that had been knitted for him by a fair friend. Vin's chief contribution to St. Sebastian athletics has been in the sphere of Football. A capable reserve lineman in his junior year, he gained valuable expe- rience that served him in good stead when he became Varsity center last Fall. In the Central Catholic game of 1946 his defensive talents manifested themselves startlingly when he cut ol? an enemy carrier who was in the clear and deposited him uncere- moniously in the lap of the Lawrence coach. This past season saw him develop into a tower of defensive strength that roamed our frontier from end to end and diagnosed the opposition's thrusts with uncanny foresight. Designated Red Captain for the annual inter-squad battle, Bud made a valiant leader, even though he was forced to bow to Bill Morrissey's Blues. ' In accordance with his policy of crossing bridges when he comes to them, Vin will make a final decision as to the college of his choice in the near future. Villanova and B. C. are the strongest contenders for his favor and to his collegiate and life work he can be relied upon to bring the sterling qualities that endeared him to the countless friends of his prep school days. -I 31 1- E sos, A MAN LOVES guv once 095 L-1

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YOU CAN MAKE rr 20 YEARS YOUR H0 IF Yousfno ME 3 T0 CHARIESTOWN Eu my pl lf wx, couumar 'X J, 1F:Esi'3'p, '2 4-tvs s s. st QF 'M a lr A ,lf Q SL. qv'MASSAc-wi JOHN FRANCIS FITZGERALD FITZIE Walrus Staff 3, 4 j.V. Football 1, 3 .I.V. Basketball 1, 2 Tennis 3 While the rest of the world is dependent upon clocks in one way or another, the Class of '48 has been fortunate enough to have a human time-telling device in john Fitzgerald's posture. The first class each day finds him flawlessly erect, but, as time marches on, he slouches progressively until, by three o'clock, he is practically recumbent. Slow spoken and given to a Stepin Fetchit gait, Jake makes up a devoted Belmont triumvirate with Frank Hennessy and Roger Vorce. Among his many talents, recognition must be given to his prodigious memory which stands him in good stead scholastically and his lively imagination that serves as a magic carpet to transport him to Charlestown. In History quizzes he brightened Fr. Keating's red pencil hours with quips and in all seriousness he offered the most original excuse for an unprepared recitation-the fact that his dog died. Musically he considers himself a much more accomplished singer than Sinatra, and, after working in a record shop, became quite convinced that he could drive Frankie from the Hit Parade. Cars excite his interest no end and he glories in demonstrating the fine points of the hydramatic drive. In sheer exhilaration he drives with the top of his convertible down on wintry nights and he will be sure to tell his grandchildren all the details of the New Haven trip with Vorce and Hennessy. Fitzie's athletic career at St. Sebastian's received an early set-back when he dis- located a shoulder in one of the first V. practices he attended. Thereafter he had to be content with winning laurels in the Finger Bowl League along the sidelines where a fine play would always extract from him2the eulogistic Gow . Besides presenting himself as a Varsity Hockey candidate, he sustained his interest in the ice game by furious contests in the Library Hockey League. Quite recently, when the first steps were taken to form a School swimming team, jake was among the first to report to Fr. Harrington. Off the campus he seeks exercise and recreation. in bowling and we have it on perfectly reliable authority that he sends the ball down the alley with all the grace of a ballet dancer. Fitz is not too optimistic about the permanency of world peace, and he is planning to matriculate at Norwich and to emerge with a commission in the event of future hostilities. Beyond that, a business partnership with his brother in the field of electrical appliances is his goal. The best of luck, John, and may you always use the lamp that will light you back to our comradeship. -I 30 I..

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DEM BUMS WAS LUCKY T0 GET THAT SINGLE s 6 F' I Q9 0'3 5 V' 'fa +, 54 S 2 lilies U? sy MAssA0 DANIEL KALE GRIFFIN DAN - GRIFF Choir 1, 2, 3, 4 Senior Debating Society 4 j.V. Football 1, 2 j.V. Hockey 3 Baseball-- j.V. 2, 3, Varsity 4 Living only a stone's throw from St. Sebastian's, Dan is able to put in an appearance bright and early each morning, despite his interest in Club Midnight. A charter member of the Class of '48, he has consistently manifested a keen sense of humor that one would never suspect from his sober exterior. It was GriE who coined the term 'Fingerbowl League for the tag-rush group and he delights in re-casting proverbs in modern guise. All year long, Vin Greene's collar has been an irresistible temptation for Dan in the Senior classroom and he is also the reason why jack Boyle finds it hard to keep his shoes laced. At the books, he was hard- working and methodical, but they did not prevent him from indulging a passion for pulp magazines, especially the Western and sports variety. An ardent rider of hobbies, the Newton squire can laugh at Mr. Petrillo for he records his own favorite programs and tiles them away for future entertainment. Some years back, a Chemistry set almost catapulted him into Heaven prematurely, and since that time he has been content to dabble in safer mixtures like photographic developer. As a personal acquaintance of Janet Blair of the movies, Dan takes great pride in the possession of her autographed picture. p Besides these interests, Grilf is addicted to all sports, both as a player and a fan. While his physique did not warrant Varsity competition, he gave his best to the J. V.'s in Football for 2 years, and in Hockey and Baseball for 3 seasons each. The diamond attracted him to either side of the keystone sack and the ice game found him a Rock of Gi'Braltar in the nets. Off the campus, he played Baseball in the Newton playground circuit and can proudly display a clipping that testifies to a one-hitter that he pitched. At one point, when his team mates were about to ask Dan's father to coach them, Dan Junior vetoed the proposal on the ground that the new mentor might not think too highly of his talent. Tennis matches with his sister and hotly-contested bowling duels with Paul Cavanagh round out his athletic activities. Griff's next four years will be spent at a boarding college, probably Catholic University or St. Michael's, in preparation for a business venture. Keep that sense of humor, Dan, and you will be as welcome in the marts of commerce as you always were in our ranks. ,I 32 1-