St Thomas High School - Thomist Yearbook (Rockford, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 124 of the 1948 volume:

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HICKEY, O.S.A., S.T.M., JC D , Prior General of fbe Order of Sain! Allglhflllt The Order of Saint Augustine traces its lineage, as a community of religious men, to the first monastery established by St. Augustine in Tagaste, Africa, shortly after his conversion in the year 388. Today the twenty-six provinces of the Order circle the globe. In 1948 the Augustinians are rebuilding the war-torn missions in China and the Philippines, extending their mission work in Africa, Australia, and South America, opening new schools and colleges in the United States and Cuba. It is with justifiable pride that Tulle Loge salutes the supreme moderator of the Augustinian Order, Father Hickey, a native son of Illinois. Fr. Hickey was born in Chicago, Ill., on May 30, 1883. He was vested as a novice at Villanova on March 17, 1902. His studies in philosophy and theology were made at Villanova and International Augustinian House of Studies in Rome. He was ordained to the Sacred Priesthood on December 22, 1906. In 1908, Fr. Hickey received the degree of Doctor of Canon Law from the Apollinaris in Rome. From 1910 to 1925 he filled various important offices at Villanova College. He was called from his duties as President of Villanova College to Rome where he assumed the duties of Assistant General of the Order. Besides his duties as Assistant General, he served the Holy See as Consultor of the Congregation of the Sacraments, and as Apostolic Visitator for various Religious Institutes. He was Guest Lecturer in the Canon Law School of the Catholic University of America before his election in 1947 to the oflice of Prior General. The students of St. Thomas High School invoke for him the guidance of Our Mother of God Counsel. ANNUAL RETREAT The annual retreat this year was conducted by His Excellency, Bishop john J. Boylan, and the Reverend Francis J. Fenton, O.S.A. His excel- lency spoke to the seniors and Fr. Fen- ton to the underclassmen. A Christian education must be centered in Christ. The climax of our union with Christ in this life is in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Therefore, taking an active and intelligent part in the Mass is stressed at St. Thomas. The students are given the opportunity of assisting at Mass daily. Every Friday the entire student body actively participates in the Mass by reciting the responses of the Mass and reciting with the eelebranc the Gloria, Credo, and Agnus Dei. The scripture lessons are read in English by a student while the celebrant is reading them in Latin. This ancient office of lector was performed this year by Harold Dempsey. THE HEART OF ST. THOMAS Many Masses are offered daily in chapel. Students are given the privilege of serving these early morning Masses. Pray !II't'flH't'lI, fzltlf my .m4'r'ifin' and yrmrx umj IIUCIIIIIK' cl1'c'1'fJfcIfIl4' IU Goff ffm' lfuffwv' uf, Hligfwfy. ST. THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS In 1910, two years after Rockford was made a diocese, St. Thomas High School was opened for boys and girls. The present building was erected in 1929 for the education of boys exclusively. In 1933, St. Thomas High School was entrusted to the Augustinian Fathers. Catholicism in Rockford depends in great measure upon St. Thomas High School. XIX THE RCDLE OF TGLLE LEC-E The staff of TOLLE LEGE '48 has endeavored to present in a pic- torial and literary review the religious and scholastic life of the student, social events, clubs, societies, and athletic contests. The permanent record of this scholastic year has both present and future value. TOLLE LEGE will give you, your parents, and friends much pleasure now, but this pleasure will be enhanced and multiplied a hundred- fold as the years go by and memories fade. FACULTY ...i.... SENIORS .....,. JUNIORS ..,.....,i..i ...i..... SOPHOMCRES ,.i..,..,. ,.....,., FRESHMEN .,.., ACTIVITIES .... ATHLETICS ,.., page thirteen page seventeen page thirty-seven page forty-one page forty-three ..,....page forty-five page Hfty-nine ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 xsg SCHU I felfigilafa -9 Q- ' al 40 e wiv 2- Z I' ' ' a -2 -Q f :: A N rn 'T N fa-jf: '51 e4 1 ,- n Q, N Ji Q 4-0 'S , e vs. 'Mme F' The Most Reverend John J. Boylan, D D Bixlwp of Rorkforrl sung +69 0' 4, 'O - 74 0 fr - -f 5 .4 L 02 ,E -Q11 if 23 m x':Z N- 3, ga ' of 060 Sv 'C' 6' DNIAN FFT' S T AS TOLLEIEGE 48 The Very Reverend Charles J. Merchoir, O.S.A. Prorilzrial of flu' PY'0l'iIll'l, of Om' Moflwr of Goml CfJIlllXf'l ST. THOMAS TOl,l.If LEGE ,48 TOLLE LECJE STAFF EDITORS: Lester A. Anderson '48, Francis G. Metzger '48, Robert F. Wfhite '48, Art: john QI. Daul '48g Sports: Williani P. Mullane '49. PHOTOGRAPHERS: Joseph P. Fussenger '48, Ralph W. Stockdale '48, ,Iohn E. Cum- mings '49, David W. Mnuk '48, John Fiorenza '49. TYPISTS: Ralph C. Stevenson '49, David M. Barton '49, John M. Mnyhall '49, Frank G. Yastrab '49, David L. Ertmer '49, Carmen W. Cnpriola '49. BUSINESS MANAGERS: Raymond C. King '48, Richard S. Paris '48, Robert II. Bed- does '49, Donald F. Doherty '49, Joseph P. Fussenger '48. PATRONS COMMITTEE: Mrs. Bernard Andrukaitis, Mrs. John J. Fussenger, Mrs. Paul Glavin. FACULTY MODERATORS: Rev. Dennis J. Geaney, O.S.A., Rev. joseph KI. Burns, O.S.A. 10 ,LJ Whiru. Anderson, Meuger, Bowen, Paris, Fr. Geancy, King, D.1nl. ST. TIILVMAS TOLLIC LITGI5'-18 TOLLE LEGE So was I speaking, and weeping in the most bitter contrition of my heart, when, lo! I heard from a neighbouring house a voice, as of boy or girl, I know not, chanting, and oft repeating, Take up and readg Take up and read. Instantly, my countenance al- tered, I began to think most intently, whether children were wont in any kind of play to sing such words: nor could I remember ever to have heard the like. So checking the torrent of my tears, I aroseg interpreting it to be no other than a Command from God, to open the book, and read the first chapter I should ind .... Eagerly then I returned to the place where Alypius was sittingg for there had I laid the volume of the Apostle, when I arose thence. I seized, opened, and in silence read that section, on which my eyes first fell: No! in rioiing and dru11kenmfss, not in rhanzbering and wantonness, not in sfrifc' and emfying: but pu! yr' on Ihr' Lord lexus Cbrisf, and make noi provision for the flesh, in l'0l1F1llJiSC'l'I1C'C. No further would I ready nor needed I: for instantly at the end of this sentence, by a light as it were of serenity infused into my heart, all the darkness of doubt vanished away. Q Q R N4-. F F .A -. Q 2 Pa 25 S+. CA T' D1 2 QQ 2 Z N. N. It P W O O 7' b-I Iv O 23 so T' Li 011 TH ST X69 SCHUUI 7'H ni 9' f 'W :bulb 9 7' 'filg- S 'WAN 05 if 4, J' ' f- '3- 5 -1 i 3 ill,- - 5' ' o .XIII W J . Y, 4 G . 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' -4-' - -v--Q ,- -..HL ,, -WA --- - !-A Yu -..l-1--W , Q .vu - M ,, ,Y , 0 7 772 Vw f fy X7 1 1 ff ? fff lllfffffllflillflflllllflll ill!! lit!!! ' ' tllvraqlltuiuitiltcnuuuiqmtiulmgqvcnu J. Do..u I 7447 Very Rev. Joseph A. Smith, A.B., M.A. Prior Spent most of his years in the priesthood teach- ing in Tulsa .... had an interim of three years parish work before coming to Rockford .... takes his French classes seriously. Rev. John J. X. Glynn, O.S.A., A.B., M.A. plfllfiflcll A principal who administers his otliee very humanly .... moderator of the l2:ZS Honor Society .... has an intuition for knowing whether excuses are bona fide .... his classes are .1 treat. Rev. Vincent D. Burnell, O.S.A., A.B. Mdfl7Fl11dfiL'S The latest arrival at St. Thomas .... has a contagious enthusiasm .... organizer of the Camera Club .... instituted Vocation Week ....n friend of all Augustinian missionaries. 14 Sr. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE Rev. Joseph Burns, O.S.A., A.B., M.A. Sflltlfllf Cozmsvllor' Casts :r spell over all freshmen .... popular with the Lipper classnien, too .... his talks in chapel inspire .... his wit is side-splitting .... rules the intramural program mightily. ,48 ft , WWNQXW' Rev. James G. Corrigan, O.S.A., A.B. Rev. Stanley J. Cibulskis, o.s.A., A.B. D f 'f of S l Pbysifs His seventh year at St. Thomas .... the teacher who has never made an error .... his words Llmlwd up to by all ,'., extremely popular are premeditated .... a very thorough teacher with the seniors .... gets the most and best f--- brought baseball back T0 Sf- Tlmmas- out of students.. . .talks straight from the shoulder . . . . deft with tools . . . . the gym is his monument. Rev. Robert V. Lawrence, O.S.A., A.B. Rev. Dennis J. Geaney, O.S.A., A.B., Hi-VOVJ' The father of the Augustinians at St. Thomas LlI7l'g1'llll1 .... a bitter foe of Communism .... makes a A l , l hobby nf keenin the cam wus i1 ' d ' d'- Brmgs his energy from Boston .... fascinated tion givesi sfund 'ldvide to! sggibrsum I-1 by Rockford .... likes his daily workout with hard worker R i ' ' A I the boys .... holds the interest of students paramount . . . . a liturgist, author and organ- IZCY. ST. THOMAS TOLLE I,liGli '-IN Rev. Cornelius J. Lehane, O.S.A., A.B., M.A. English A driver on the practice held .,.. It is almost six o'clock. Three laps and you can go in. . . . , treats all alike .... liked by all because of what he is .... serious in class, but enjoys a joke. Rev. Mario J. Porreca, O.S.A., A.B., M.A. Sociology Insists on order .... inculcates scholarship ..., likes to read and encourages others to develop the habit .... Professor of Psychology at St. Anthony's Nursing School. 16 sr. TH OMAS Rev. James P. Lyne, O.S.A., A.B. Aflrlvfic Director County Kerry, Ireland to Rockford via Chicago . ...his Irish wit sparkles . . . .a painstaking teacher .... always at the service of the ath- letes .... boys, we'll win the spirit. Mr. George D. Slafkosky, B.S. Couch To St. Thomas via Temple University and Camp Grant .... Mrs. Slafkosky, little Robert and smiling Geraldine make a lovely trio .... well versed in sport statistics .... :always cn- thusiastic. TOIII' IIGIW 'AIN Wx -X YI' 1 . . , . 4 QXQ X x .xx D' ff If P xx. ,J pig H I 1 A Qgf KT!Kigi.k f'l xx r' eg. e M X LIMS CLASS OFFICERS Seated: J. Lichtfuss, Vice Pres., Fr. Glynn, Moderator, R. White, Pres.g Standing: F. Metzger, Sec., H. Dempsey, Trcas. SENIOR CLASS OF 1948 Life is but a stagef, The curtain is falling upon another Act on the stage of our lives. We look back with appreciation to our four years under the guiding hands of the Augustinian Fathers. We have received an education built on Catholic principles. This education will serve us as a basis for further advancement in temporal knowledge and as a ground- work for spiritual advancement. What we have sowed in prayer, sacrifice and study these four years, we will reap abundantly in time and in eternity. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 LESTER ARTHUR ANDERSON St. Jude, Beloit, Wis. Intramural football 35 junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 45 Honor Society 2, 35 Tolle Lege 4. Intramural Commissioner .... deliberate in speech .... reserved and reticent . . . . addicted to the piscatorial pastime. . . . an avid lens shutter. . . . has his own darkroom.. . . a believer in the supremacy of Beloit .... partial to chem- istry, hoping to achieve an academic degree in chemical studies .... teen-age board of Extension magazine .... respected by his classmates for his scholastic acumen . . . . passed N.R.O.T.C. . . . . well done, Lester, greater fields await your mastery. PATRICK JOSEPH ANTINUCCI St. Anthony Homecoming Dance 3, 45 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 3, 45 Sanctuary Society 3, 4. Antinucci, Rossi, Capriola .... soft spoken and pleasant .... a gentleman- courteous, respectful and reserved .... a numismatist with potentialities .... likes females to be feminine .... devotes spare moments to photography . ...enjoys classical music and outdoor sports inclining to tennis and golf .... a booster for the parochial activities at St. Anthony's .... aiming at dentistry, a profession for which he seems to have the abilities .... good luck, Pat. JOSEPH PETER BOWEN St. Thomas, Beloit, Wis. Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 3, 45 Intramural Football 25 Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 45 Intramural Baseball 2, 3, 45 Varsity Baseball Manager 45 Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 2, 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Honor Society 25 T Club 45 Tolle Lege 4. Bowen and Enright .... bully and brawny .... foul ball retriever .... a tennis enthusiast of local repute in Beloit .... an ardent advocate of Catholic schools . . . . extremely cosmopolitan in his selection of friends... . very frank in his opinions .... a willing chauffeur .... speedy in his stride .... holds a unique theory on lost opportunities .... wears clothes well .... big wheel on most dance committees .... hopes to attend college classes .... nice going Joe, and best wishes. RICHARD STANLEY BROWN St. Patrick Lightweight Football 45 Intramural Basketball 45 Homecoming Dance 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 45 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Sanctuary Society 4. Big and burly .... jovial and jocose .... a flair for entertaining .... Sea Scout, Ship S00 and a life scout B.S.A ..... enjoys Rockford's golfing facilities .... competes with Sullivan .... knows his way around in the social swirl .... in- tramural athlete providing a score with a smile .... has not disclosed his future plans but he hints that they include further studies .... keep smiling, Dick, and we hope you reach your goals. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 JAMES PETER BUTITTA St. Patrick Arrived at St. Thomas in his junior year .... a man of few words .... adroit and adept on the dance floor, at the bowling alley and behind a steering wheel .... partial to American history .... enjoys mystery stories .... an avid patron of the cinema .... knows all the swimming spots .... troubled for a long time with an injured Hnger .... interested in St. Thomas projects .... be- lieves in well groomed hair .... has intentions along aeronautical lines .... desires to travel .... we should be hearing from you, Jim, so carry on. ANTHONY JosEPH CAPRIOLA St. Anthony Homecoming Dance 1, 2, 3, 4, Soph Frosh Dance 1, 2, 3, 4, junior Prom 3, 43 Senior Prom 3, 4. Tony the terror on his motorcycle .... future alderman from South Rockford . . . . a silent operator but one who really operates. . . . graces all social func- tions .... refuses to disclose the secrets of his success .... well versed in the grocery business .... can't see jug as he wants a quick get-a-way at 2:35 .... likes physics and mathematics .... hopes to probe into a commerce and finance education .... so long, Tony, it was nice to have been your classmate. WALTER VINCENT CAULK St, Mary Honor Society 2. The Southern gentleman .... originally from Memphis .... Caulk and Grassi . . . . Sornsin 85 Co. employee . . . . favors French and Chemistry . . . . well groomed and industrious .... reserved and quiet .... enjoys a good book and music .... hopes to pursue courses in bookkeeping and accounting aiming at a ?.P.A ..... good going, Walter, success will be yours in your plans for the uture. DONALD RICHARD CLIFFORD St. Peter Varsity Football 4, Varsity Basketball 3, Lightweight Basketball 25 Intramural Football 35 Homecoming Dance 1, 4, Junior Prom 39 Senior Prom 3, 4g Honor Society 2, 3, Sanctuary Society 4. Cliff the student and swimmer .... very sports-minded .... tries his hand at football, basketball, and baseball. . . .enjoys playing S00 .... inclined to fiction reading .... very current on popular music and dancing .... favors history, physics, and chemistry .... Clifford and Smith .... had his eye on a M.D. degree .... Rockford can be certain of an excellent physician within a few years, because Don has the ability and aspirations to attain his ambition. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 LAWRENCE MICHAEL COLLETTI St. Anthony Varsity Basketball 33 Intramural Football 2, 35 Intramural Basket- ball 2, 4g Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 45 Junior Prom 3, 4, Senior Prom 3, 4. The boy mayor of South Rockford .... the third Colletti to be a St. Thomas graduate .... intramural enthusiast .... favors historical reading .... enjoys the company of certain students at Muldoon .... promotes a full house for Father Cibulski's jug .... learned wholesale grocery business from experience . . . .eyes school teaching as a profession . . . . a record collector . . . . a boy's boy .... goodbye, Tony, and best wishes for your plans. PAUL EUGENE COLLOTON St. Patrick Varsity Football 1, 2, 4, Varsity Baseball 3, 4g Intramural Football 3, Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Baseball 1, 2, Home- coming Dance 4g Senior Prom 4, Treasurer 2, T Club 2, 3, 4. Paul, the son and brother of St. Thomas graduates .... burly and brawny . . . . All-Augustinian tackle.. . . agile backstop . . . . West End stalwart . . . . Heaslip and Colloton .... reticent about his social life .... intramural basket- ball behemoth .... favorite with all freshmen .... somewhat of a misogynist ...interested in scouting and outdoor life....a rnan's man and a worth- while friend .... good luck, Paul-we know that mediocrity will never be your lot. JOHN JAMES DAUL St. Patrick Varsity Football 3, Intramural Football 2g Intramural Basketball 35 Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 23 Junior Prom 35 Class President lg Tom Crier 4g Tolle Lege 3, 4. Daul the dancer .... C.Y.R. President .... American Legion Essay honors .... Muldoon chauifeur .... an artist .... an entertainer .... a student with poise and personality .... dabbler in verse .... fastidiously impeccable in dress . . . . popular and pleasant . . . . not adverse to a soiree . . . . appreciates music both popular and classical .... aspires to a niche in commercial art .... john- ny, you possess the ingredients required for a life of success and happiness. Good Luck. HAROLD ROLAND DEMPSEY St. Patrick Lightweight Football 45 Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3g Homecoming Dance 3, 4, Soph Frosh Dance 2g Junior Prom 3, 43 Senior Prom 3, 4, Treasurer 4, Tolle Lege 4. The only brother of three sisters .... Ad Altare Dei .... Rockford Photo employee. . . . a stylish and complete wardrobe .... favors history and mathe- matics .... a Muldoon altar boy .... a personable young man .... courteous and respectful .... appreciates the ability of graceful dancers .... an amateur rabbiter .... enjoys the Wisconsin lakes for vacations .... studying the possi- bilities in accounting .... so long, Harold, you were a great classmate ..,. good luck to you. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 JOHN HENRY DIXON Lightweight Football 1. St. Patrick John is the oldest of six children .... interested in mechanical drawing and machinery . . , . rides his own motor bike. . . . . . . interested spectator at athletic events . . . . . great rooter for Father Wierman hopes to visit some big airplane factories . . . . likes mathematics . . . . relishes a handball game with his sopho- more brother . . . . keeps current with the literature on mechanics . . . . pro- poses to study the theory of dynamics... to be with you. JOHN WILLIAM EGLER Lightweight Football 45 Varsity Footba Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 45 Soph Frosh .well done, John .... it was good PATRICK JAMES DULIN St. Peter Lightweight Football 15 Varsity Football 2, 3, 45 Intramural Foot- ball 2, 35 Intramural Basketball 3, 45 Intramural Baseball 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 1, 2, 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 2, 3, 45 Junior Prom 2, 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Secretary 25 T Club 3, 4. Irresistible and vigorating .... the outdoor type .... well skilled in line play .... All-City Football .... cheeks and temperament both of roseate com- plexion .... one of three brothers .... Dulin and Reynolds .... much in demand at Muldoon .... a good companion .... a fiery competitor .... an advocate of popular music .... hopes someday to become another Gladstone .... keep your ideals, Pat, and soon your forensic skill will bring you to the top. St. Patrick ll 35 Intramural Football 15 Dance 1, 3, 45 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 45 Sanctuary Society 4. Quiet, reticent and reserved . . . . protagonist for St. Patrick's parochial proj- ects .... prominent in the activities of Boy Scouts and Sea Scouts .... diligent and faithful at football practice .... has traveled through most of the western states . . . . always employed, gas stations, p . . . . spends much free time in Noe's den .. trends .... partial to physics and reading... your company. aper routes, restaurants, factories . . keeps a watchful eye on social .good luck, Jack, we will miss JOHN WILLIAM ENRIGHT St. Stanislaus Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 3, 45 Varsity Basketball 45 Baseball Manager 35 Intramural Football 2, 35 Intramural Basketball 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 35 TH Club 45 Sanctuary Society 4. Tall, towering and talented .... successful NROTC examinee .... an energetic tackle .... an East side supporter of St. Thomas .... a good student .... able and willing to provide a laugh . ,. . believes dungarees to be part of a wardrobe . admirer of Father Glynn.. . .quite an attraction for the ladies of Mul- doon .... prefers science and math studies .... staunch defender of Rule Three ..., claims he could be a disc jockey .... best wishes for your college classes, Jack, and farewell. 22 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE ,48 RONALD KEITH ERICKSON St. Mary Varsity Football 45 Lightweight Basketball 15 Varsity Basketball 1, 25 Intramural Football 1, 25 Homecoming Dance 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 15 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 45 T Club 2, 3, 4. A Blackhawk Brave .... Erickson and Fussenger .... blond and blithe .... should be a model for clothing ads in magazines .... appreciates classical music .... adept at aquatic sports .... likes the study of government and politics .... sees possibilities in the future of intramurals .... enjoys an his- torical novel .,.. has definite convictions on scholastic social life .... a likeable boy with hosts of friends .... goodbye, Whitey, it was a pleasure to have been your friend .... best wishes for you. JOSEPI-1 ROLAND FENELON St. Patrick Varsity Football 3, 45 Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 45 Intramural Football 1, 25 Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 35 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 35 TU Club 3, 4. joe, the smiling blond .... versatile quarterback, an All-City selection .... base- ball's promising outfielder....intramural court luminary .... Fenelon is playing today .... serious in study, attentive in class .... moulder of opinion for the West End Club .... bears a pronounced dislike for a B.T.O ..... Knight of Columbus, a Holy Name man .... his curl is a tonsorial technique .joe's determination to succeed should beget for him a creditable college Clfecfs josisvu PAUL FUSSENGER St. Patrick Varsity Basketball 35 Lightweight Basketball 15 Intramural Football l, 2, 3, 45 Intramural Basketball 2, 45 Intramural Baseball 1, 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 1, 2, 3, 45 Soph. Frosh Dance 1, 25 junior Prom 2, 35 Senior Prom 45 Tom Crier 35 Tolle Lege 4. Joe, the man about town .... sees all, hears all .... a fervent admirer of Father Cibulskis .... Blackhawk A.C ..... U.S.N.R ..... took a navy cruise in the Atlantic .... follows his mother into the alumni .... advocate of formal dances . . . . believes that a boy's abilities should be used and his opportunities seized . . . . always employed .... knows the merit of all shaving creams .... discusses events of great moment with Erickson and Tom Kelly .... studies many col- lege catalogues .... our best wishes to you, Joe, and good luck for your plans. PAUL PETER GILL St, James Intramural Football 2, 3, 45 Intramural Baseball 1, 2, 3, 45 Home- coming Dance 3, 45 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Sanctuary Society 4. A brother of john, '42 .... a gentleman, courteous and chivalrous .... a spare- time grocery clerk .... very much attracted to the fairer sex .... maintains that his favorite dish is sauerkraut .... interested in boating .... member of Sea Scouts, Ship 500 .... dabbles in photography .... avid intramural football and baseball enthusiast ..... serious in his studies .... very skillful in the art of terpsichore .... considering the possibilities in the field of accountancy .... we know, Paul, that success will be your portion. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 LoU1s CHARLES GRAss1 Intramural Football 1, 2, 4. St. James Louie the Tommie booster .... Caulk and Grassi .... energetic and exemplary . . . . intramural football luminary . . . . delves into the sagas of athletic heroes .... a handball artist .... a friend's friend .... thinks St. James is the parish .... has an aversion to B.T.O.'s .... hopes to become an expert in business methods and procedures .... a good language student .... nice going, Louie .... we enjoyed your four years with us .... may success and good fortune attend your future activities. THoMAs ARTIIUR GRIMES RONALD EDWARD GRAW St. Patrick Lightweight Football 45 Lightweight Basketball 1, 25 Varsity Basketball 45 Intramural Football 1, 2, 35 Intramural Basketball 35 Homecoming Dance 45 Soph Frosh Dance 45 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 45 Tolle Lege 3. Ronnie, a gentleman and a student .... discreet, gallant and urbane .... a com- petitive athlete .... formerly of Seward .... a grocery clerk .... basketball is his favorite sport .... quondam King of Hearts at a Muldoon function .... likes a strawberry malted .... youngest of four children .,.. Father Burns and Ronnie Graw .... very partial to algebra .... enjoys a spirited ping-pong match with Brown or Noe .... you were a good friend, Ronnie .... let gradu- ation strengthen the ties .... good luck. St. Patrick Intramural Football 1, 25 Intramural Basketball 2, 3. A stalwart supporter of the West End, especially St. Patrick's parochial activi- ties .... a pleasant smile, a helping hand .... inclined towards physics and mathematics .... a hunter and trapper .... has visited Nevada and wants to return there again. . ..the third of four brothers .... insists on well combed hair .... a vigorous intramural football enthusiast .... likes to dabble with machines and hopes to study deeper into the theory of machines .... good luck, Torn, for your future years. JAMES HALLEY HAYES St. Thomas, Beloit, Wis. Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 3, 45 Varsity Basketball 45 Intramural Football 25 Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 45 Intramural Baseball 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 2, 35 Junior Prom 2, 3, 45 Senior Prom 45 T Club 4. Approachable and aifable .... All-City Football .... agile dancer .... a good student inclining toward the sciences .... earnest in his reading though partial to fiction .... a competitive competitor .... Bowen, Enright, Hayes and King . . . . a better than average tennis player . . . . expounds a unique theory on social activities . . . .includes a college course in his plans .... hold your ideals, Jim, and your tenacity will bring rewards. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 JOHN LAWRENCE HEASLIP St. Patrick Varsity Football 25 Varsity Basketball 15 Lightweight Basketball 25 Intramural Football 25 Intramural Basketball 15 Homecoming Dance 35 Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 25 Senior Prom 25 T Club 2. The record of three Heaslip brothers at St. Thomas .... strong, determined and alert .... an athlete and a gentleman .... industrious and energetic .... enjoys reading historical works .... an expert dancer .... very partial to mathe- matics .... a drug store clerk .... sees possibilities in the future of pharmacy . . . .exquisite in his choice of clothing . . . . proud of his family . . . . a good boy with good ideals .... we know success will be yours, Jack, you merit it. DONN ALLAN JAcoBs St. Mary Varsity Baseball 45 Intramural Baseball 25 Intramural Football 45 Intramural Basketball 4. Oldest of six children, three boys, three girls .... very tall .... intensely interested in athletics .... favors history as a subject .... would like to study law .... reticent and reserved .... enjoys a spirited handball contest .... fol- lows the Cubs .... likes to swim .... claims that St. Thomas has a tremendous attraction for him .... an intramural booster .... member of the West End Club.. .. well done, Donn, we hope good fortune will be yours. JAMES ARTHUR KAMPMEIER St. Patrick Intramural Football 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 45 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 4. Kampmeier and Stevenson .... Kampmeier and Swenson, Sughroue, Gill and Grimes .... employed by an optometrist for three years .... favors football over all sports .... has an aptitude for mechanics .... an equestrian .... holds an interesting theory on jug .... interested in French and Physics .... favors selectivity of curricula .... promotes a flourishing social agenda .... an ani- mated and interesting conversationalist .... good luck, Jimmy, it was great to have known you .... you have our best wishes. DANIEL THOMAS KELLEY St. Jude, Beloit,Wis. Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 3, 45 Lightweight Basket- ball 25 Varsity Basketball 3, 45 Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 25 Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Class Secretary 35 Honor Society 2, 3, 45 T Club 4. Kelley and Lichtfuss .... charming and enchanting .... an excellent student . . . . a pitcher with finesse . . . . Father Corrigan admirer. . . . a must at most social functions .... a believer in the philosophy of the poet .... an ardent interest in physics and chemistry .... has studied the possibilities of law as a profession .... a gentleman, cultured and refined .... a narrator of note .... Cling to your ambitions, Tom, and reach the top .... we treasure your friend- ship. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '43 WILLIAM CHARLES KELLY Sr, Patrick Varsity Football 2, 4, Varsity Baseball 2, 4g Intramural Football 15 Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Intramural Baseball 1, 33 Home- coming Dance 2, 3, 4g Senior Prom 3, 45 T Club 3, 4. Tall, good looking and decisive .... All-City football .... intramural basketball stalwart .... popular with the ladies .... owns a stylish wardrobe .... prefers to read in the field of American history .... possesses ideals and strives to attain them .... graceful dancer .... a philatelist .... a connoisseur of classical music .... Father Lyne and Bill Kelly .... good luck and God bless you Bill MICI-IEAL you are a swell fellow. RAYMOND CLARENCE KING St. James Lightweight Football 2g Varsity Baseball 3, 4, Intramural Football 1, 4g Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Homecoming Dance 1, 3g Soph Frosh Dance 1, 24 Junior Prom 3, 4g Senior Prom 3, 43 Sanc- tuary Society 4g Tom Crier 1, 2, 33 Tolle Lege 4. Ray and Roger. . , . a natural joiner and collector .... always employed . . . . industrious and energetic .... a boy of many hobbies .... enjoys well-rounded social circuit .... U.S.M.C. Reserves .... likes chemistry .... a fisherman and boatman .... always neat .... an East side proponent for St. Thomas .... well known at Muldoon .... nice going, Ray, your energy and ambitions will help you realize your lofty goals. JAMES LAMENDOLA St. James Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 4g Soph Frosh Dance 1, 2, Junior Prom 2, 35 Senior Prom 2, 3, 43 President of the C.Y.R. Mike the merrymaker .... melodic and mirthful .... a mainstay at the Man- darin Gardens for five years .... interestingly adept at painting and sketching . . . . quite friendly and extremely popular. . . . an infectious smile . . . . prefers sociology .... professes a penchant for travel .... mildly indulges in ice skat- ing and winter sports .... popular at Muldoon and the C.Y.R ..... We know we will miss you, Mike .... you were a great classmate .... success and good luck. DONALD RICHARD LAWSON St. Peters Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 4. Lawson and Mullane .... has two sisters .... an A SL P grocery clerk for three years .... a cafeteria buddy for Sullivan .... a philatelist of note .... aiming for further studies in chemistry .... flashes a Winsome smile .... at times, a fashion plate .... takes his baseball statistics seriously .... appreciates the talents of St. Thomas athletes .... an advocate of wide social horizons .... Don's pleasant manner presages a happy future upon the completion of his academic training .... good luck, Don. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 RICHARD JAMES LAZZERINI St. james Varsity Baseball 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 2, TH Club 4. Lazzerini, Sicotte, Sheehan and Rafferty .... an athlete who tends to hide his talent .... the mystery man at Muldoon .... an ice hockey fan .... reads stories pertaining to hunting and trapping .... very charming .... wavy hair . . . . quiet except when with Sheehan . . . . joins his mother in the alumni. . . . interested in sociology .... says he could learn to enjoy the fantasy of social life. . . claims he wants to travel west, acquire a college degree and establish himself in business .... our support is with you, Rick. JAMES PATRICK LICHTFUSS St. Thomas Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 3, 4g Lightweight Bas- ketball 2g Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 4g Intramural Football 25 Intramural Basketball 35 Junior Prom 34 Senior Prom 43 Class President 3g Vice President 45 T Club 3, 4. The third Lichtfuss brother at St. Thomas .... all swell boys .... jim, the personality boy .... a real charmer .... everyone's friend .... a contagious smile .... an athlete plagued with untimely injuries .... a forward, a halfback, Il good batsman .... Lichtfuss, Kelly and Fussenger .... Mayor of Muldoon . . . . likes religion and sociology . . . . admires Father Corrigan . . . . a superb dancer .... a gentleman .... has definite convictions on the role of a Catholic boy .... it was a privilege to know you, Jim ..,. good luck and farewell. CARLO PAUL MANALLI St. Anthony Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 4g Soph Frosh Dance 1, 25 Junior Prom 2, 33 Senior Prom 2, 3, 4. Carlo, the entertainer, is the youngest of twelve children .... personality and a smile .... a singer, a dancer and a natty dresser .... employed in a knitting mill .... Manalli and Lamendola .... a good conversationalist .... favors his- tory over other studies .... hopes to attend a professional school .... reads Bill- board and Variety .... a drawing card in social circles . . . . courteous, chivalrous and congenial .... it was a tonic being with Carlo, and we hope graduation will not deprive us of your company. WILLIAM JOHN MARETH St. Edward Lightweight Football 25 Varsity Football 33 Intramural Football 1, 2, 4g Intramural Basketball 2, 3, T Club 4. Big Bill, the eldest of four children .... intensely interested in agricultural pur- suits .... hopes to study the scientific aspects of farming .... vigorous in sports . . . . friendly, courteous and co-operative . . . . prefers reading pertinent to seeds and soil .... tall and muscular .... inclined to blush .... Father Burns and Bill Mareth....if interest in agriculture is indicative of success in farming, Bill will reach the top .... good luck, Bill. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 ROBERT WILLIAM MAUK St. Patrick The second oldest of six children .... three sisters .... brother of Dave '46 .... U.S.M.C. Reserve .... practically enslaved by photography .... impressed by and engrossed in Father Cibulskis .... dabbles with mechanical drawing .... reads abundant literature in science .... interested in electronics and physics .... born on St. Valentine's day .... employed after school hours as mechanic . . . . Bob and his camera.. . . keep at your interests, Bob, there is room at the top for boys with your ambitions. FRANCIS GEORGE METZGER St. Peter Lightweight Basketball 1, 25 Varsity Basketball 35 Varsity Football 45 Intramural Football 35 Intramural Baseball 2, 3g Homecoming Dance 2, 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 2, 35 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 3, 45 Class President 25 Secretary 1, 45 Honor Society 2, 35 T Club 45 Sanctuary Society 45 Tolle Lege 4. Tall, taciturn and taut . ...impeccable in dress, courtly in manner .... athletic and scholarly .... somewhat adverse to the terpsichorean arts .... an omnivor- ous reader, inclining toward historical books .... mildly addicted to philately . . . . enjoys soft recordings sprinkled with the classics . . . . a booster for intra- mural baseball .... highly accepted at Muldoon .... considers dentistry as his possible profession .... his assiduity and perseverance bespeak success for Franny. EDWARD LEE METZLER St. James Intramural Football 15 Intramural Basketball lg Intramural Baseball 25 Homecoming Dance 1. A man of many tastes and talents .... a pianist of many moods .... a mechanic of exceptional aptitudes .... prefers sciences and mathematics .... would like to further his knowledge of mechanics by college study . . . . fleet of foot. . . . adept on the dance floor .... capable of performing domestic chores willingly . . . . in U.S.M.C. Reserve. . . . has a desire to travel . . . . cling to your ideals, Eddie, and reach the top. BERNARD JAMES MULLANE St. Patrick Homecoming Dance 45 Soph Frosh Dance 15 Junior Prom 3, 43 Senior Prom 45 Sanctuary Society 4. ' Bernard, the answer to a druggisfs prayer .... mainstay of West End pharma- cists .... adept behind a soda fountain .... Mullane and Sullivan .... an altar boy at St. Thomas and faithful at serving Mass .... enjoys an evening spent with his record library .... a skillful chauffeur .... partial to mathematics and chemistry .... hopes to acquire a college education .... Berny usually achieves his goals and will become prominent in the field of his choice. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE 348 Louis AUGUST NAME St. Edward Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Intramural Baseball 1, 2, 35 Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 35 Sanctuary Society 4. Louie from Eleventh Street, Name, Raiferty and Sheehan .... a butcher and groceryman . . . . fascinated by physics .... intramural forward passes . . . . Father Burns and Louie Name .... owns an assortment of sport coats .... a conversationalist of note .... a St. Edward's altar boy .... a likeable boy . . . . popular and pleasant . . . . considers sociology a key to world problems . .. . we will miss your discussions, Louie... .best of luck to you and your future. JOHN ARTHUR Non St. Patrick Lightweight Football 45 Varsity Baseball 3, 45 Intramural Football 1, 25 Intramural Basketball 1, 25 Homecoming Dance 45 Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 45 T Club 4. Jack the smiler .... pleasant, affable and friendly .... intramural and varsity athlete .... likes the chase and the piscatorial pastimes .... threatens to take up dancing in a serious fashion .... encourages Dick Brown to sing .... well versed in baseball lore .... reputed to have a big drag with a certain priest .... main- tains an extensive wardrobe .... four years with him were mighty pleasant .... good luck to you in the future, Jack, and keep smiling. ROBERT WILLIAM OGILBY St. Peter Lightweight Football 15 Senior Prom 4. Bob .... one brother among three sisters...seven children call him Uncle Bob .... a tall boy .... quiet and reserved .... derives immense enjoyment from a social card game .... a furniture truck driver .... has a yearning to visit California soon .... likes an occasional trek through the woods in search of small game .... a smart dresser.. .. neat, courteous and obliging .... seems to have his future set up for him .... keep at it, Bob . . . . we enjoyed your com- pany .... good luck. RICHARD PARIS Sr. Anthony Lightweight Football 15 Varsity Football 25 Varsity Baseball Man- ager 1, 2, 35 Soph Frosh Dance 15 Junior Prom 35 T Club 45 Tolle Lege 4. Studious and sports minded .... sociable and energetic .... a main cog at the Paris Auto Shop .... would like to become a barrister .... elegant in manner, resplendent in dress .... up to date on orchestras and recordings .... discusses the merits of St. Thomas at the slightest provocations .... well known at Mul- don .... if industry and activity are indications, Dick, mediocrity will seldom be your lot. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE ,4X 29 BARRY ALLEN RAETHZ St. Jude, Beloit, Wis. Lightweight Football 23 Intramural Football 2, 33 Intramural Bas- ketball 23 Intramural Baseball 2, 33 Homecoming Dance 23 Soph Frosh Dance 2, 33 Junior Prom 3, 4g Senior Prom 3, 43 Honor Society 2, 3. A Philadelphian transplanted to Beloit .... a brother of two sisters .... known for his perfect blush .... a clothing store salesman .... hurdled the N.R.O.T.C. exams .... enjoys the company of a good book .... well versed in popular music .... tinkers with model airplanes .... aspires to owning his own business some day but as yet has made no definite selections .... a likeable boy, pleasant, congenial and obliging .... good luck, Barry, it was nice being with you. EDWARD THoMAs REYNOLDS JOHN MICHAEL RAFFERTY St. james Lightweight Basketball 1, 2g Varsity Basketball 33 Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 4g Junior Prom 3. jack the smiler .... effectual and effervescent .... sartorial splendor .... anice boy to know .... Sheehan's lawyer .... authority on the Sporting News .... follows his father and brother into the alumni .... batboy for the Rox .... en- joys good dance music .... a better than average baseball player .... has his eye drummer with an eye on the future .... on a college education .... a trap well versed in the lore of orchestra leaders .... you have our best wishes, jack, for a happy fruition of your plans, St. Peter Lightweight Basketball lg Junior Prom 33 Senior Prom 4. The last of six children, three of whom are in religion .... a gentleman .... makes and retains friends easily .... brother of Tom '34 .... collects picture post cards .... reliable and obliging ,... grammar school basketball official . . . .enjoys employment where he meets people. . . . partial to pharmacy as a profession .... an efficient chauffeur .... a north ender who boosts St. Thomas .. . . treks to South Bend a few times each fall . . . . you have our best wishes, Ed, and it was pleasant being your friend. CARLO JAMES Rossi St. Anthony Varsity Football 3g Intramural Baseball 1, 23 Homecoming Dance 1, 2, 43 Soph Frosh Dance 13 Senior Prom 3, 43 Honor Society 3g Tom Crier 3, 4. Carlo, one of the wigs in St. Anthony's Young Men's Society .... Rossi and An- tinucci .... one of Father Geaneyls inner circle .... well built and hefty .... very pleasant and extremely obliging .... given to serious reading .... can dis- cuss a variety of subjects . . . . holds an interesting theory on the respect due to authority .... dabbles in amateur photography .... looking into accounting and its possibilities .... Carlo, you ean't miss eminence with your qualities and determination. 0 ST. THoMAs TOLLE LEGE '48 gil? ' fi , ,I CARL PHILIP SALALIONE St. James Varsity Football 2, Intramural Football 1, 25 Homecoming Dance 1, 2, Soph Frosh Dance 1, 2. Philip the butcher, the traveler, the commuter . . . . gathered part of his educa- tion at Cascia Hall, Oklahoma . . . . enthusiastic sport spectator . . . . frequent visitor to the Wisconsin lakes . . . . an east side soda fountain habitue . . . . owns a magnificent record library .... has plenty of telephone numbers .... in the center of the social swirl .... :I friend's friend .... helpful, co-operative and courteous . . . . keep at it, Phil, and some day take over the American Meat In- stitute. RONALD NICHO1,AS SANTOSUOSSO St. Peter MICHAEL JOSEPH SHEEHAN Varsity Basketball Manager 33 Homecoming Dance 1, 25 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 25 Junior Prom 1, 2, 35 Senior Prom 2, 3. Ronnie, the man about town .... a multitude of interests .... collecting pipes, admiring horses, tinkering with machines, making the round of social calls . . . . gracing the dance floor .... affable and accommodating .... hopes to pursue studies in mechanics .... considers St. Peter's parish the tops .... so long, Ronnie, your four years with us helped make life wonderful. St. james Varsity Baseball 4, Lightweight Football 1, 2, Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Football Manager lg Junior Prom 3. Michael the fair .... intramural star .... pal of Fr. Burns .... sportsmanlikc competitor .... Boys club booster .... fascinated by physics and chemistry . . . . an apprentice butcher . . . . Sheehan, Rafferty, Sicotte . . . . admires the lit- urgy at St. james .... neat dresser .... handball artist .... inclines toward his- torical novels .... a good student .... promises to investigate the advantages of social life .... it was nice being with you, Michael, and success and good fortune should be yours. GEORGE EMIL SICOTTE St, James Lightweight Football 2, Varsity Football 2, 4, Varsity Basketball 3: Varsity Golf 1, 2, 3, 43 Captain 4g Intramural Football 1, 2, 3g Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Intramural Baseball 1, 2, 3, 43 Homecoming Dance 45 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 2, Junior Prom 35 T Club 4, Intramural All-Stars Football 1, 2, 33 Intramural All- Stars Basketball 1, 2. The third of four brothers at St. Thomas .... two sisters at home .... came from Rhode Island in 1937 .... spoke only French then .... learned English in Rockford .... a newspaper boy for seven years .... now employed by the Car- Pet-Line Company .... interested in all sports .... great forward passer.... rhythmic golfer .... enjoys a good jitterbug number at which he is adept . . . . well known among the young ladies . . . . a gentleman, respectful and cour- teous .... a smart dresser .... we'll miss you, George, you were a good friend. sr. THoMAs TOLLE LEGE was 31 RICHARD ALVIC SMITH Sr. Mary Varsity Football 2, 4g Lightweight Basketball 1, 2, Varsity Basket- ball 3, Intramural Football 1, 3, Homecoming Dance 3, 43 Soph Frosh Dance 2g Junior Prom 35 Senior Prom 3, 45 T Club 3, 4. Tall, quiet and graceful in gait .... an athlete and a student .... neat, courteous and amiable .... a center and an end .... Smith and Clifford .... Seen at most social functions .... fascinated by Father Lawrence's lectures .... enjoys the bridge table .... a visitor at the lake resorts in the summertime .... interested in the study of pharmacy .... if Dick plans the future as well as he planned the past success seems to be his lot .... well done, Dick. RALPH WAYNE STOCKDATE St. Peter Intramural Baseball lg Homecoming Dance 1, 23 Soph Frosh Dance 2, 3, 4, Junior Prom 3, 45 Senior Prom 45 Tolle Lege 4. Wayne the fair .... Ad Altare Dei .... Eagle Scout B.S.A ..... his first aid knowledge received city-wide attention when he assisted an injured person .... interested in photography and rillle ranges .... a good natured boy .... likeable and liking .... loves an optimist .... would prefer to make his way in aeronauti- cal studies .... faithful to his obligations .... courteous and respectful .... enjoys baseball and likes to play it .... you have our best wishes, Wayne, for a future filled with success. FRANCIS EUGENE SUGHIxoUE St. Patrick Intramural Football 2, 3, 45 Junior Prom 3. The third Sughroue at St. Thomas .... from Pecatonica .... perfect attendance until an appendectomy laid him low as a senior .... a charming smile .... Sughroue, Swenson and Gill .... likes roller skating and intramural football . . . . a good student . . . . blends the studies and the social graces . . . . a gentle- man .... claims he wants to see some of this earth and hopes to travel about it someday .... good luck, Gene, and may good fortune smile upon your en- deavors. JOHN THOMAS SULLIVAN St. Patrick Homecoming Dance 3, 49 Junior Prom 3, 4g Senior Prom 3, 4g Honor Society 2. Follows his parents into the alumni association .... Jim is the strong and silent t e . . . . a leasant smile . . . . Sullivan, Brown, Graw, Lawson .... enjo s social YP P 1 Y I conquests .... adept at the bridge table and on the golf course . . . . a connoisseur of modern music .... fastidious in dress inclining to brown and grey ensembles . Jim has his eye on a college education hoping to major in economics and business administration....nice going, Jim, it was pleasant to be associated with you. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 HAROLD EUGENE SWENSON St. Stanislaus Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Homecoming Dance 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 25 Junior Prom 2, 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Sanctuary Society 4. Swenson and Sughroue .... diligent and ambitious .... owns a captivating smile .... sharp in his appearance .... neat, courteous, punctual and pleasant . . . . employed by a local grocery chain for four years . . . . hopes to study that business .... favors football as a sport .... enjoys an evening of camaraderie listening to records .... carries a full social calendar .... good luck, Harold, your presence made our stay at St. Thomas a pleasure to be remembered. W1LL1AM JAMES TIMM St. Peter Homecoming Dance 1, 25 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 25 junior Prom 1, 2. An integral part of the john Street Market .... community chauffeur for his cronies .... a golfer, a fisherman, a lake resorter .... dabbles in mechanics and tinkers with automobiles .... seldom seen walking .... a rooter for Father Cibulskis .... Timm and his followers .... reads mystery stories .... a col- lector of license plates .... prefers sport jacket to coat .... keep in the grocery business, Bill, and some day become an executive in the field. JOHN ROLLAND WALSH St. Thomas, Beloit, Wis. Varsity Baseball 45 Intramural Football 2, 3, 45 Intramural Basket- ball 2, 3, 45 Senior Prom 45 Honor Society 2, 3. Jack, one of Beloit's finer citizens .... gracious and cultured .... scholarly and athletic .... dabbles in philately .... a devotee of classical music on records . . . . partial to biographical literature . . . . includes a collegiate degree among his plans .... an adopted member of the West End group .... enthusiastically intramural minded .... sparkplug of his team, figuring in most scoring plays .. . . Jack's devotion to his responsibilities augurs well for his future. ROBERT FANE WHITE St. Patrick Varsity Football 3, 45 Intramural Football 1, 25 Intramural Basket- ball 1, 2, 45 Homecoming Dance 1, 3, 45 Soph Frosh Dance 1, 3, 45 junior Prom 1, 3, 45 Senior Prom 3, 45 Class President 45 Vice President 15 Treasurer 35 Honor Society 2, 35 T Club 3, 45 Tolle Lege 4. Athlete, scholar, gentleman .... prominent on all social committees .... Mul- doon altar boy .... USMC reserve .... Ad Altare Dei recipient, also American Legion Medal .... hopes to earn a degree in chemical engineering . . . . devoted to the outdoors questing for pheasants' and rabbits .... stalwart varsity end . . . . rabid intramural devotee. . . . much in demand for escort duty at evening soirees .... booster for the west end and St. Patrick's parish .... gives every indication that he will pursue successfully the goal he hopes to attain. ST. THOMAS TOILE LEGE '48 7 1 . I 1 X , r , E . 1 J 7 ,9 fi u f i ,Il i fx ff? 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'fi sf Q LIBRARY 'b'.E.W5 ' w xx N lgsmfgg L P NEMBPAPER 1 CLUB Lxfftle STAN: eI::a NX PAT RON CLU :- QI? 5 5 -1 PMN, 4? M Vg WTHCLUB CLUB Wx W J-Dmwl 'WB l ' J THE HT CLUB The T Club is composed of all major letter winners at St. Thomas. One automatically becomes a member of this organization when he receives one of these awards. The chief duty of the T Club is to maintain order at all games in which St. Thomas teams are participating. As an added feature they often hold dances in the Coliseum after games. The officers of this club are: James Lichtfuss, Presidentg Paul Colloton, Vice-Presidentg Joe Fenelon, Secretaryg Jack Heaslip, Treasurer. First Row: Rafferty, Srcenan, Colombi, White, Paris, Noe. Second Row: Kelley, Colloton, Lichtfuss, Fr. Lync, Fenelon, Heaslip, Lazvcrini. Third Row: Bowen, Ruel, Mareth, Smith, French, Erickson, Dulin, McCartin. ST. THOMAS TOILE LEGE '48 Seated: Wong, Angileri, Rossi, McGuire, Valadez. Standing: Capriolla, Daul, Benniek, Fr. Geaney, King, Antinueci, Houtk. THE TOM CRIER Before the days of our many edition newspapers the New Englanders had their news hawked to them by the Town Crier who rang his bell and shouted the news of the day. The Tom Crier provides the same function for the students of St. Thomas High School. Besides presenting the news and promoting school spirit, Tlu' Tom Crier offers a workshop course in journalism to its staff. The staff this year was headed by Carlo Rossi. Carlo was aided by John Houck, Assistant Editor, Pat Antinucci, Feature Editor, and Roger King, Sports Editor. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE ,48 INTRAMURAL ATHLETICS The intramural program during the lunch hour provides play, recreation and athletic competition for more than half the students. The games are interesting, the rivalry is spirited and the enthusiasm is contagious. Supervised by Father Burns, the intramurals H11 a need in the lives of those boys whose athletic abilities do not conform to varsity standards. INTRAMURAL INCIDENTALS Jack Sharkey's whistle tooting .... rough-house basketball .... Paul Gill's forward passing .... the Fordham champs .... the Drummond brothers, jim and Pat .... Donny Gale a swishing and a fouling . . . . the Intramural All-Stars and Coach Whitey Erickson .... Brendan Rydstrom's team .... the base- ball game that ended 28-0 .... Marshall Friend and fancy free .... fifteen basketball teams and twelve baseball squads .... the Swensons, the Browns, the Bronowskis, the Kings, the Sicottes, the Angileris .... Danny Aaby, the basket artist .... Jim McNeany and his gracious floor work .... Larry Melan, the home run slugger .... Eddie Gilbert and his super-duper pitching .... first baseman par excellence, Bob Schopf . . . . the fielding antics of Pete Beiriger . . . . excellent decisions rendered by all umpires .... Standing: Henry, Schultz, Coletta, Mcnne, Kennedy, Fussenger, Gill, Mclan, King, Durkin, Anderson, Stone. Seated: Gallagher, Gale, Fr. Burns, Dohm. 48 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGIE '48 Q ' 1 .1 R H-...+V . -Mk . 3 . , -QM My x s f' ' ..,, ' - k ' :Sw ' We fa, 1, . g . w s ff. f x yy X ft, my xx. 'Wf'b A K, .GM vp 1 f Q WL , I 0 A . 'XV 3 ig? A --aw -3319 5 K x felis- ii? Af . a.. ii Q G fix? K -A N xy x Q - Q, 5 . 1 if 273 X. P QRS ik V if F X --. v . is K 'xr X . . 4 3' 2 L' ', . 4- , 1 . 6 ,, m , A f f - 1 I' 4 ' 'iff w Q . . ma, X Qfikf- Q fm A A fx-. -My 5 ,?q,x - x X - A 1 k Y lwxxxff ' ' . W ia A Q M M. NM-2, .mu E Q Www . 1 ,uw Q as f ,..:,,.., S0 ST. THQ PATRONS CLUB The St. Thomas Patrons Club was formed with the purpose of affording a better link between the home, the school, and the bene- factors of the school. This organization is composed of the parents of the students, and of those people who have no children in school now, but are interested in its activi- ties. This club renders invaluable assistance to the school. It sponsors card parties, dances, bingos, and dinners. The proceeds of these activities help financially the work of Catho- lic education in Rockford. More important than its monetary assistance is the spirit of loyalty, devotion, and self-sacrifice that is an ingredient of every one of its under- takings. This organization holds its monthly 1T1CCt- ings on the third Thursday of each month. The oilicers for this year are: Mrs. Dooley Doyle, President, John Egler, Vice-Presi- dent, Mrs. Clarence King, secretary, Mrs. James Hayes, Treasurer, and Fr. John X. Glynn, Moderator. john liglcr, Mrs. james Hayes, Mrs. Dooley Doyle, Mrs. Clarence King, Fr. Glynn. Mas 'I'UI..l,1iI.liGli'-IS A Q 3 X Q' B Hi- wiqgygj misss W f X ,ARD 5 a a in Bb? if HN .-'r Q 0 9 -fi' W . W M5 J I x mwzwgvf WJ Mr- L M51 QA 49131 4 K 7' 2411, 5 w:3-'-Q -gswh 3 W Wi w 1 'W 1 E xg wg s 6 Q U, THE Q QQ! UD pg xi? 'as LAW' A VENTHOU SE SERENADE HRW N H mwwww ' A vl X kk X 5.156 f' I hun I CAMERA Seated: lfussenger, Vnliulis, Connery, Funk, Reilaml, Stevenson, Feroli, Podesivva, Spun, Boute, Standing: l:lLll't'I1l.l, Mnuli. fiLlI11l11ll1g9, .ind Stoclidnilc, Very shortly after Fr. Burnell,s ar- rival a Camera Club was formed. Previ- ously the dark room had been used by individual students, but there was lack- ing a system of training that an organi- zation could give. The purpose of the club is two fold: First, to help members perfect themselves in the techniques of picture taking and darkroom workg Second, to provide a library of pictures for use of the Toile' Lege. The oihcers of the club are: joseph Fussenger, Presidentg Wfayne Stockdale, Vice-Presidentg Gordon Wong, Secre- taryg and joseph Spatz, Treasurer. S4 Sllpl-'lIUX1XS TOl,llfl1'.Cli'-JN CLUB The pictures that appear in your Tollc' Lvgf' involve many operations. First, the book must be planned. The group, the size of the picture, and the page are determined long before the camera is clicked. Every school event must be assigned by the President to a member. Next, the darkroom work. Processing and printing call for split-second precision work. Upper left corner--Stockdale, Mzluck, Cummings. Upper right cornerfliunk, liinrci lower It-fi urni1'i'ff9ti1CkLl:lli', Anderson Lover riiglit corner-liiisseinguix Sl, 'l1lIUNi.XS 'l'OI,l1f I.I-ffllf '-IN REV. ,YAMES P. LYNE, O.S.A. Sfn'rixfz111 SANCTUARY SOCIETY Rising in the morning is for most boys an irksome task. Nevertheless, the Fathers at St. Thomas High School have had servers for their early morning Masses. Fr. Lyne assigns seven members of the Sanctuary Society each week to serve the Masses offered daily in chapel. Each member averages three or four Weeks a year. The sacrifice of sleep is mingled with the sacrifice of Christ at Mass. The members of the Sanctuary Society are rewarded with Christ's potent graces which they receive for themselves and their families. Upper Picture, First Row-Cleary, Boute, Gulotta, B. Rydstrom, Poweszwa, Vincent. Second Row-Schopf, Menne, Gilbert, Sicotte. Wong, Murphy, Tice. Third Row--Sharkey, D. Dohm, Pallai, Almond, E. Brown, Glavin, Gavlin. Fourth Row-J. Barton, Durkin, Blais, R. Brown, McGuire, Reiland, Fussenger, Valadez. Fifth Row-Creagan, DeVita, J. Rydstrom, Ray King, E. Smith, Stevenson, Ertmer, Goodman, Bunk. Lower Picture, First Row-P. Dohm, R. Walsh, Fagan, Angeleri, Friend. Second Row-Schultz, Thomas, Name, Reppen, Heinen, j. Daul. Third Row-Fraipont, QI. Drummond, McNeany, Burke, Doherty, Geo. Summers, Fioren7a Fourth Row-B. Mullane, Barrel, Adams, Funk, Colombi, Egler, Santziusso. Fifth Row-Clausen, O'Meara, Bennick, Ryan, Verstraete, W. Mullane, Muraski, Dolan. Sixth Row-Gill, Clifford, j. Enright, Rush, French, D. Barton, Metzger, Henen, Swenson ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 4' K f W Y ,. Li 'Pl' . ,uf 1 1 9 M QW M ii r . f LIBRARY CLUB The Library Club was organized in 1945 by Father A. B. Lamond, O.S.A., the school librarian at that time. It is open to all St. Thomas students who are interested in books and reading. The main aim of the club is to assist Father D. J. Geaney, O.S.A., the present librarian, in spreading a desire for good reading throughout the school. This involves checking books in and out, suggesting books, preparing the books for the shelves and the other duties of assistant librarians. Stevenson, Houck, Wong, Fr. Geaney, Valadez, Timm, Angeleri, Connery, DeMolli. jg ST. Tl1oM,xs TOLLE LEGE '48 .k f-ZZ- I ' 'A-.1 F4-in 1 , 4 . ff ' 1 rw x X . ,ggfni Z, XX ' f ng:,--- ff! f If KM r 1 A , f f! 0 ,, W W 1 xg ff f ,f xl f rj ,Ak 'd I av' ff . A ff ,W A X GX 0 f f W 'Q 0 'Cal .KAI A3 f-A 'D 5 C T' .E Q i K N L X Wx xv X N x 1+-'xxx . ' if ij A 'X ,yxjf wh?-QL 5: -- pX 1 x , f' 6 Q, C, jf 5 ' A ,' ,T U . 5.4 'f .i..pv5A X fx' T ,-x -' TX X N ,Agn -4- - is- , , X Vw, iiiff I X -f T,4 N ,S , E 5' 'ix X-V: k XXX 'N 5 Q I ' v .Q , xx' f - N U . ' ' K ' .y , s Xi If ,XX , x ' ' ' , X L. - N ' ' X XP xv . 'X 5 - wr' ik ln XX xx , f W - :I- .Xk xg X ! vf 1- ' . X x -'J Q- QQXXN NX .xl-,Jf - ,T X X N: N :si YQ XY kk 1 V Xaltixi --I , , ' 5 - x if X31 lkkx '42 x .KU . Vg PQ- -. - i x x L, U N :.' ,av-:N ' N ' H A 7, N 4 v,--0 it ,Lg jk 5 - ,5' 'x ,ff 5 Xp F-sol. x 4f-Z' X 4. V v ' --N, 1 - - W w A . i -Q X.-, na ,,-. x vvf: , xx A XX N X x I -jp, ,W Ag-N i x x ' Af?-gsmxy - L., ' x J, N, HTHLETIE5 4' 'I FR. ul. P. LYNE, o.s.A. Allzlufii' Dir: 1 for Father James P. Lyne came to St. Thomas last September and immediately established himself as the guiding light of our athletic program. He has worked hard to draw up the Hnest schedule and to pro- cure the best in equipment for the boys. Realizing the work that Fr. Lyne has done ATHLETIC for us, we give him our fullest cooperation in all his undertakings. Mr. George D. Slafkosky came to St. Thomas this year from Kirkland High School and assumed the duties of head football and basketball coach. A very easy way of describing Scoop would be to call him the builder. He started from scratch this year, worked very hard with the sophomores and juniors, and should have very fine teams in the years to come. A great deal of thanks and credit should be given to Mr. William Todd who took time out from his duties as circulation manager of the Rockford Newspapers to come over to St. Thomas and assist in building a football team of which we can be proud. l'r. Lyne, Asst. Coach Todd, Coax l Slafkosky, Fr. Lchanc. 60 ST. Tuomfxs TOI.I.EI.EG1i'-4X STAFF The other members of the football staff were Father Cornelius R. Lehane who coached the Junior Varsity football team, and assistant coach Fr. Lyne. Fr. Lehane worked many long hours with the boys without any recognition except for the satisfaction of having coached a winner and developed players for the varsity team. Mr. Robert Wings Phillip, ,38, the lightweight basketball coach at St. Thom- as each year does a magnificent job. He started from scratch and built a team that Won fifteen games and lost eight. As can be seen from the impressive record, he has done a great deal to aid in building future varsity basketball players. The man of Whom one hears the least, COACH PH1LL11' COACH SLAFKOSKY but who has one of the finest teams each year is Father James G. Corrigan, our baseball coach. He has been coaching baseball here for several years, and as yet he has not had a loser. He demands a great deal from the boys, but his efforts pay off. FR. -IAMIES G. CORRIGAN, O.S.A ST. THOMAS TOI,I.E 1.12012 '4X 61 dkzef ils !:f f3gff,3, :,,, K Ivknf, fx x mt 5 www m ,W,? 45 lg' -.,. W was 5-fenews fl . Y. Igfffqt Si 0711111 auf ' ,tif fzggk is turing Y affirms. MNXN, 25 Belt? def 193 E . v W. , W S A mm mN.,Lkw '73 , G east, 'aMM5h20RE3 xa , H 4 HW' 1' W mwfem A K -. ,Nfl fx A mb, WH x,,V I QM- , K V ' mwmm ixwmu , M.. .x..,km www K K W f,-owes . Qmbard fm giants HJ., 7 KA , 6 A , elftfmliilffil fyignhgbf Wm S tf a H7 TiffZ??,i5km7fn?Lli1555H3'ii?QgZiW ' 'M M SQ 01,5 ,f -my +, or Qrje wma ' .9 ww! 1, 1 90,3 Q0 4 giflev PENS? '?A'x'?' fZ41glEM 5 W UROY Wg EVEN 1hmm P EL Tgggggvays, em K , ,m5g,Q11QHm C 830 V3 ,311 512055 Moak ' ' A V fW1'if5f'1h 'YH 'mmm ST - sums YP+5lfi, , A mu 'QW gm .1-or bwmw my yiwz xwxglffw ,mow P4 , G -,Q um new 5 My I ,, 2 ,wmv U i' 'i k 'mxfil uw 'IRES VARSITY FOOTBALL The St. Thomas High School varsity football team, coached by Mr. George Slafkosky and Mr. William Todd, ended their season with a record of four victories and five defeats. The team played wide- open ball. It displayed a superb passing attack with Joe Fenelon pitching. Out- standing linemen were Pete Colloton and Dick Muraski. Bill Hills and Pat Sreenan provided many a thrill and treat with their broken field running. Among the returning lettermen are Pat Sreenan, Billy Hills, Paul Bennick, Dick Muraski, Tom O,Meara, Ronnie Ruel, and Dave Barton. In spite of this array of returning talent Coach Slafkosky must find capable replacements for men like Joe Fenelon, Pete Colloton, jack Heaslip, Jim Lichtfuss, Bill Kelly, Dick Smith, Franny Metzger, Pat Dulin, Jack En- right, Joe Bowen, Jim Hayes, and Bob White. SCORES St. Thomas Geneva 21 St. Thomas Marengo 0 St. Thomas Marmion 27 St. Thomas St. Edwards 19 St. Thomas Harlem 25 St. Thomas Belvidere 52 St. Thomas Aquin 7 St. Thomas Hononegah 12 St. Thomas St. Marys 0 VARSITY FOOTBALL First Row: KI. lfnright, Heaslip, licnclon, McCartin, Dulin, Kelly. ..,..fZ'.iH Second Row: Coach Slafkosky, Bowen, Hayes, Smith, Colloton, Erickson, Metzger, W'hite, Coach Todd. Third Row: Barton, Clifford, Muraski, Rucl, Bennick, A. Enright, O'Mera, Prebcck. Fourth Row: Flanigan, Sreenan, Leber, Carnalli, Lichtfuss, Adams, Hills. .., Sr. THoMAs TOLLIL 1.11011 4X .rf My , R v 'Ax 5 Y A T3 mf , 3 E? is 3. 4? A '51 Q if . gi W , .IF M 4 'K T3 9 'E 5,5 ,QW 'gut . , . 'ffm ' lr First Row: W'hitc, Coach Slafkosky, Coach Todd, Lcbcr. Second Row: Flanigan, Clifford, Metzger, A. Enright. Bcnnick, Murasku Dulin Third Row: Erickson, Carnclli, Adams, O'Mcara, RI. Enright. Fourth Row: Hills, Kelly, Srecnan, Mcffartin, Hcaslip, Prcbcck, Hayes Fifth Row: Ifenelon, King, Lichtfus, Barton, Colloron, Sicottc, Smith. 64 ST. TIiOMA5 TOLLE LEGE '4X JUNIOR VARSITY Fr. Cornelius Lehane and Fr. James Lyne guided the Junior Varsity foot- ball team through the 1947 season. The season record was three victories, two defeats, and one tie. This team operated on the T formation and the single wing. Jack Wright was the Held general of the aggregation. Sparkplugs of the backfield were Bobby Walsh, Jack Noe, Ronnie Magnuson, and Jack Sharkey. Cutstanding among the linemen were Ronnie Graw, Harold Dempsey, Jim Fuson, Jim McGuire, Pete Cacciatore, and Gene Smith. SCORES St. Thomas 0 Geneva St. Thomas 25 Marengo St. Thomas 14 Harlem St. Thomas 0 Belvidere St. Thomas 20 Aquin St. Thomas 7 Hononegah First Row: Magnuson, Gavlin, Gallagher, XVright, Walsh, Stone, Wong, Mgr. Second Row: Pilgrim, Albright, Dixon. Caceiatore, MeGurie, Fiorenm, Noe. Third Row: Fr. Lehane, Smith, Blais, Sharkey, Brown, D. W'hite, Pane, Graw, Fr. I,yne. lourth Row: Dempsey, Verstraete, Bunk, Fuson, Henen, Mullane, Clausen, lfgler. S11 THOMAS TOl.Lli LIIGE '-IN f 3 H W, if K F l e mv dis .uf MW muff. il .Q A 3-, ..!..5 - I x w 4 Q iff' 'fain-'fig-'5'k1 wet-'X41wii'4 ww' ' 1 1 'Q ' tink, rf. ' L- 1 R1 1 Q ,.- as -Q 1 -- U, v 'V 6' -in rv wt' I ,155 in Isf N H Q W X 'X :aa R 'W Q? .. wg W 15 g RX 5' Y . Q , m,UL, . Q K. in nl-45' 1 -W k iw ks . , .W K ,A M MAA Vh -Q. YH X525 6 . 7 Y' ljgzxrgjwiys 'N 'wffifiiz Q an gn ., 4 31 - 5, B , M s K gg y I 3 K Q H L .ifgmm uw 'fr ' f rf S ' 4 ,f ' SA L' -- . ,- Q it 4 ,V vs . , V 'L V 'X ' L, Q f h 2- I l J 1 X 'V Y' A W gff if 1 ' Q A .FM QL , ..?1i,x'x.Lwjg'.. .QQQL ' ws. X 5 -.kxsuix . QXXS 55 1 QSKW bxwils S . BASKETBALL HARDWOOD HIGHLIGHTS: Dave French's two hundred points .... the double victory over Harlem .... Bobby Walsh in the Kirkland game .... the shooting of Jack Sharkey at Harlem .... the pivot shots of Dave Barton .... Tony Enright and his fouls . . . . four won and seventeen lost . . . the crowd when Bill Hills entered the East High game .... the pep and spirit of Tom 0'Meara .... Jim Colombi and his long swishers .... Marty Czerniewskfs free throw in the Harlem game .... the unfor- gettable Genoa game .... the Boy's Town game .... Gordon Wong and his wet towels . . . . the hard work of the cheerleaders at all the games. VARSITY SEASON RECORD: Victories: Hononegah, Harlem, Kirkland, Harlem. Defeats: Edgewood, Loras, Aquin, St. Charles, Byron, Kirkland, Marmion, Marengo, Edgewood, Aquin, Genoa, Monroe Center, Belvidere, Kirkland, Honone- gah, Boy's Town, and East Rockford. First Row: Mullane, Sharkey, Gilbert, Czernicwski, Walsh, Wong. Second Row: O'Meara, French, Barton, Coach Slafkosky, Kelley, Smith, Colombi. 68 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 A it f QM! 3 ' Q if , B Sharkey . . . good eye Walsh . . . aggressive Enright . . . rough and ready French . . . high scorer Barton . . . pivot man Colombi . . . floor man O,Meara . . . persistent Czerniewski . . . flashy ST. THOMAS TOl.I.Ii I.IiGIZ WX 69 4 J ,a-A i .R 'Q f fs--ii FROSH-SOPH BASKETBALL For the second consecutive year Coach Robert Wings Phillip has started from scratch and molded a team really capable and worthy of wearing the purple and White. Forming a nucleus around Tony Enright, a refugee from the intramurals, and Billy Hills, a transfer from Lincoln Junior High School, Mr. Phillip composed a team that won fourteen games and lost eight. Among the highlights of the season were . . . . the defeat of Marmion . . . . the invita- tion to the Belvidere tournament .... the close game with West High .... three vic- tories over Harlem .... Duck Hughes's floor work .... Jim Daul's absence .... Cleary's Hght .... Magnuson's free throws .... Leber's dribbling .... Creagen's height . . FROST' I-SOPH SEASON R FCOR I J: Victories: Hononegah, Kirkland, Byron, Aquin, Roosevelt, Kirkland, Harlem, Genoa, Monroe Center, Harlem, Hononegah, Aquin, Marmion, Harlem. Defeats: Aquin, Roosevelt, NWashington, Marengo, XVest Rockford, XVashington, Belvidere, Belvidere. Kneeling: Hughes, Daul, Cleary, Heaslip, Kennedy, Heinen, Mgr. Standing: I,eber, Magnuson, Creagen, Coach Phillip, Ryan, lfnrighr, Hills 5'l'.NInox1As 'l'lJ1II'llC1 4X .1114 BASEBALL SEASON 1947 With a record of seven wins, three losses, and one tie, St. Thomas completed another winning season. Opening their season against Hononegah, they were held runless and hit- less. They played home and home series with Hononegah, Capron, Harlem, Durand, East Rockford, and West Rockford. At bat for the Tommies, Don Leber, James Lichtfuss, and Paul Glavin produced much of the power. Fielding averages of Tom Kelley, Paul Colloton, and James Col- ombi were outstanding. Tom Kelley, Pat Sreenan, and Don Licht- fuss labored on the mound and performed well. Much of the Work behind the plate was done by Paul Colloton. The infield had Turk Skurski and Jim Colombi at third base, Paul Glavin at short, Walt Seikerman and Dick Lazzerini at sec- ond, with Jack Rafferty and Jack Noe handling the Hrst base duties. The Tommies' fly chasers were Joe Fene- lon, Don Leber, Jim Smith, and Ronnie Ruel. The foul ball chasers were Joe Bowen and jack Enright. Kneeling: Kelley, beickerman, HI. Lielitt Rafferty, Standing: llr. Lnrrignn, Cilavin, Fenelon leber, Noe, Adams, Luzzerini, Colombi. Colloton, D. Liclitfuss, Sreennn. Skurski. 72 ST. THoMAs TOl.I.E I.1iGE'4X Fenelon 85 Rafferty Strike one The Lichtfuss brothers Hononegah 6 Capron 4 Harlem 4 West Rockford l I East Rockford 2 Durand 3 Thomas Thomas Thomas Thomas Thomas Thomas Batter up The smile of victory The Rox' hope Tommy followers Home and away 1947 BASEBALL SCORES U 9 13 5 2 7 Harlem 2 St. Thomas 6 Capron S St. Thomas 9 East Rockford 8 St. Thomas S Durand 0 St. Thomas 6 I-Iononegah 7 St. Thomas 9 West Rockford St. Thomas QCa1neeled-Wet Groundsj Sl. PIWIIOBIAS TOl,I,lf l,IfGlf '-IN 73 OUR LOYAL SUPPORTERS 74 ST. Trios VARSITY CHEERLEADERS joannc Holzwarth ,Inner Blumgrcn Ellie Dnllm Sally Conley JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Theresa Murphy Kay Conley Marilyn Dulin TENSE MOMENTS I Jn ow in ALL-TEAM SELECTICNS Several football players from St. Thomas had quite an honor bestowed upon them when they were named to the All-City and All-Augustinian Foot- ball Teams. The Rockford Morning Star conducted a poll among the city's sportswrit- ers, coaches, and oihcials to select an All-City Football Team. Pat Sreenan and Dick Muraski made the first team while Pete Colloton, Joe Fenelon, Pat Dulin, Bill Kelly, and James Hayes made the second team. Dick Muraski was voted St. Thomas' most valuable player. The All-Augustinian team was named after a poll was taken by the edit ors of the newspapers in each of the Augustinian schools in the United States. Pat Sreenan, Pete Colloton, and Billy Hills made this team. Colloton, Sreenmn, Hills Row: Kelly, Fr. Lyne, Fenelon. . Ll es no resen. ST. TuoMAs TOl.1.IiI.liGE '-IX 75 i ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Augustinian Fathers and the staff of TOLLE LEGE wish to express their sincere gratitude To Father Edward J. Merwarth, O.S.A. for getting the TOLLE LEGE '48 off to a good start. To Father Joseph V. Hennessey, O.S.A., Father Bernard T. McConville, O.S.A., and Anthony Salamone for their photography work. To Walter Mann of Pontiac Engraving Co. for his pro- fessional advice. To Mrs. john Fussenger, Mrs. Paul Glavin, Mrs. Ber- nard Andrukaitis, and Mrs. Dick Poole for their efforts to make the book Hnancially possible. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 Miss Margaret E. Coakley PATRONS Augustinian Fathers of St. Mary's Rev. Daniel B. Geoghegan Rev. A. Rev. T. J. O'Neill A. O'Reilly Rev. L. C. Prendergast Rev. N. M. Richter Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Aaby Wm. C. Albright Lester Anderson B. F. Andrukaitis Nicholas Antinucci L. D. Barton Mr. Thomas P. Beddoes Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Beddoes Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Blais Mrs. H. G. Blomgren Janet Blomgren Mr. and Mrs. John Bolger, Jr. and Jack Joseph Bondick Mr. and Mrs. A. Boute Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Bowen Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Braconier Harold M. Brady Mae Braig Mr. and Mrs Mr. and Mrs. . Joseph Brockman Albert T. Burke Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bushaw Mr. and Mrs. Peter Butitta Mr. and Mrs Mr. and Mrs Dr. and Mrs. Mr. William Mrs. Tom E. Mr. and Mrs. . Peter Cacciatore . Norman Callihan B. H. Canfield E. Cannell Cavanaugh John T. Clausen Mary Lou Cleary Roy Cleary Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cleary Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Clifford John T. Colloton Mr. and Mrs. V. P. Colloton Mrs. James Colombi Mr. and Mrs. Leonard R. Condon Rose N. Condon Mr. and Mrs. E. Conery Mr. and Mrs. R. Conery Dr. A. Connell Mr. and Mrs. W. Roger Cox Jack Craddick John Patrick Cullen Mr. and Mrs. Joe Cummings Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Daley Mr. and Mrs. Peter Dal Pra Dr. and Mrs. L. P. Dame Samuel F. DeBella Lawrence S. DeGroat Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Dempsey Harold Dempsey Lorraine and Darlene Dempsey' Mr. and Mrs. John DeVita Miss Angeline Didier Mr. Earl J. Doherty Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Doherty Mr. and Mrs. George Dohm Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dolan Patrick Dolan Mrs. Ella Dove Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Doyle Barry Doyle Eileen and Bonne Doyle Mr. and Mrs. Dooley Doyle Mrs. John P. Doyle Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Dulin Mrs. John A. Durkin Marion F. Egan Mr. and Mrs. John Egler ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 PATRGNS Miss Ann Fanara Mrs. H. B. Farelle Mr. and Mrs. Maurice J. Fenelon Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Fenelon Mr. and Mrs. Roy D. Ferguson Mr. and Mrs. August Ferri Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Finnerty Mr. and Mrs. A. Fiorenza Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Fishe Mr. and Mrs. Robert Flynn, Jr. Mrs. Joseph E. Kegal Mr. and Mrs. W. Clarence King Kenneth J. King Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Kolkmeyer Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Lager Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Lawson Lyle J. Larson Mr. H. R. Leber Dr. E. T. Leonard, Jr. James Lichtfuss Dr. Wm. K. Ford Mr. and Mrs. John B. Frederick A Friend Mr. and Mrs. John J. Fussenger Peter Gacherio Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Gale Mrs. John P. Gallagher Eimo Galvanoni Eileen C. Gilbert Robert Lichtfuss, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Henry McBarron Mr. and Mrs. W. F.. McCabe Edward L. McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Maurice J. McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Edward McGrath Mr. and Mrs. R. M. McKimmey Miss Doris McNeany Mrs. Marguerite McNeany Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Gillett Paul F. Glavin Wm. I. Gorman Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Gosdick Mary A. Govern Mr. and Mrs. James Grassi Mr. and Mrs. Fred Graw Mr. and Mrs. Horace L. Green Mr. and Mrs. H. Grimes Paul R. Grimes Lloyd Haddad Mr. and Mrs. James Halley Hayes Mr. and Mrs. Ray W. Henen Mrs. L. Herlugson Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs Fred C. Holzwarth Stanton E. Hyer Harold Johnson B. H. Jungbluth E. M. Markgraf Mr. and Mrs. John Mayhall Mr. and Mrs. Emil Melan Mr. and Mrs. Carroll F. Menne Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Metzger Mary Jane Metzger Dr. Warren M. Miller Marcelle Moreau Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Mowers Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Mulcahey Miss Bess Mullane Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Mullane Mr. Thomas F. Mullane Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Mullane Mrs. J. R. Muraski Margaret Muraski Richard Muraski Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Nevins James P. Noble ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 PATRCNS Arthur H. Noe Mr. and Mrs. Bernard C. Norman Agatha M. Nugent Lawrence F. O'Brien Kathryn O'Connor Mrs. Martha O'Connor Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ogilby Raymond O'Neal Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. O'Neal Mrs. Buelah O'Meara Mr. Harry Parnello Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pedrini Frances Pendergast Mrjand Mrs. E. Pfluger Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert M. Phelan Miss Lorraine M. Phelan Mr. and Mrs. Dick Poole Mrs. Olive Pronold Dr. E. H. Quandt Bernard Reiland Mr. and Mrs. John Reiland Rose Reiland Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Rocchio Mrs. Margaret Rose Mrs. Agnes L. Rossi Carlo J. Rossi Joseph Rossi Mrs. Vincenza Rossi Mr. and Mrs. Tony Rotello Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Rush Dr. H. E. Rust Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Sala Mrs. N. Santasuosso Jeannette Savitski Mr. and Mrs. Lew Schliem Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Schopf Mrs. M. Sharkey Dr. and Mrs. Norman L. Sheehc Mr. and Mrs. Bill Slattery Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Smith Mr. and Mrs. Glenn F. Smith Dr. Leo J. Smith Wm. E. Smith A. M. Solem Leonard P. Somers Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Stacionis Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stadler Dr. and Mrs. Justin Steurer Mr. and Mrs. Bruce R. Stockdale Mr. and Mrs. John Sughroue Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Sweeney Carl J. Stevenson Mr. and Mrs. Nils F. Testor Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Timm Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Truesdell Frank Uhlenhake Mr. J. M. Uzabel Anthony C. Valiulis Mr. and Mrs. August Verstraete Mr. and Mrs. George Verstynen Mr. Lawrence Wahlstrom Mr. and Mrs. Paul B. Waller Mr. and Mrs. Carl White Mrs. H. D. Williams Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Wong Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Wood Mrs. Anna Yastrab Mr. and Mrs. Ben Yastrab Mr. and Mrs. Frank Yastrab Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Yastrab Mr. and Mrs. Peter L. Zimmerman ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 BEST WISHES tothe AUGUSTINIAN FATHERS at ST. THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL Mr. ancl Mrs. Dick Poole Compliments of the GENERAL WOOD PRODUCTS The Golden Rule Line MARKET AND MADISON STS. Qsrockcotew and AR - KI -TECK PAINTS . . ENAMELS . . AND Industrial Coatings MADE IN T ll0CKFOIlll PAINT MFG. C0 ROCKFORD, ILLINO GENERAL CEMENT MFG. CO. Manufacturers of Radio and Electronic Chemicals, Parts, Tools, etc. 919 Taylor Ave. Stanley B. Valiulis Richard G. Ellis ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 VILLANOVA COLLEGE FOUNDED IN 1842 A Catholic College for men, conducted by the Augustin- ian Fathers. Thorough courses are offered in the Arts and Sciences, with the purpose of developing clear thinking, right acting Christian gentlemen. A college with demo- cratic environment and inspiring ideals. A leader in student guidance and character training. The College with its picturesque campus is situated in the heart of the famous Main Line residential district, within a half hour of Philadelphia by Pennsylvania Railroad or high speed trains on the Philadelphia and Western Railway. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION APPLY TO THE REGISTRAR VILLANOVA COLLEGE VILLANOVA, PA. COURSES LEADING TO BACHELOR DEGREES IN ARTS SCIENCE BIOLOGY CHEMIs1'RY CIVIL ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MEGI-IANIGAL ENGINEERING CHEMICAL ENGINEERING COMMERCE AND FINANCE EDUCATION PRE-MEDICAL PRE-DENTAL PRE-LEGAL ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 MERRIMACK COLLEGE Andover, Mass. A College for Men conducted by the Augustinian Fathers. Address inquiries to THE REGISTRAR Merrimack College Andover, Mass ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 Compliments of NORTHTOWN FUEL COMPANY Congratulations To The Class of 1948 From CENTRAL ILLINOIS ELECTRIC and GAS CO Compliments of the ROCKFORD BOLT AND STEEL CO PARIS AUTO SHOP Body and Fender Repairing 24 hour Wrecker and Towing Service C rner So. Main and M g S vlluk i' iu NATIONAL LOCK COMPANY ROCKFORD, 1LL1No1s Golden crisp BLUE STAR Potato Chips come to you in double-waxed glassine bags with freshness sealed in! Sliced thin Done to a turn and Salted just right RO CKFCRD CEMENT PRODUCTS CO. 315 Peoples Avenue WAYLITE AND CONCRETE BUILDING BLOCKS H. W. Beale Quality and Service Robert Beale Loretta Van Aken Dial 3-1461 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 lt's a split-second refresher. .. that's for sure. What's more you'll revel in the taste thrill Squirt pro- vides. Try it once.. .you'II agree it's the best drink you ever had. Switch to Squirt. IY07' 700 SWEET GRAPEFRIII7' 772547 Copyright 1946, The Squirt Company 'Trademark Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. ' Complimcnfs WINNEBAGO AUTO DEALERS ASSN . Congratulations . to the Class of 1948 COMAYS Home of Perfect Diamonds State at Wyman ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE ,43 91 Compliments of the ROCKFORD WHOLESALE PAPER CO ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ROCKFORD MACHINE TOOL CO. 2500 Kishwaukee Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Compliments of CONDON BROS. SEEDSMEN ROCK RIVER VALLEY SEED FARM 632-642 Cedar Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Everytlaing for the Garden STUCKEY'S Compliments of Style Store for Men and Boys 119-121 N. Main St. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 Writing the BEST in Life Insurance Rockford Life Insurance Co. Rockford Life Building FIRST MORTGAGE LOANS ON REAL ESTATE F.H.A. PLAN 327 E. State Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ROCKFORD PLUMBING SHOP 111 South Court Street Plumbing - Heating - Repairing Air Conditioning ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS PAUL BENNETT PAPER BOXES 121-129 Loomis Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Complirnents of MARIA'S Maria, Tony and Johnny Cason ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 ILLINOIS WHOLESALE LIOUOR CO. Incorporated 1602 South Main Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS CENTRAL DAIRY CO DAIRY GRADE A PRODUCTS Fresh as nature 'made them 809 First Ave. 4 7839 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1948 from BEAVER CEAR WORKS Manufacturers of Precision Gears 1025 Parmele St. ROCKFORD BRASS WORKS IIIICIIIOIIII IIIIIIIIIS S T TOLLE LEGE 48 COOPER'S CLEANING WORKS 926-28 W. State Street Dial 2-06 9 Cf1IlIf7Ifl1lCl2fS of C-UNITE FOUNDRIES CORPORATION J O E a n d W EE 302 Peoples Ave. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 'lik' I .1 'is If IIIINIIRIIIIIUIIIIINS T0 THE cuss ur '48 .I.l.ClARK MANUFACTURING CO. THE THIRD NATIONAL ROCKFORD'S OLDEST BANK Established 1854 Home Decorators We Dress Your Floors and Windows Src' our Complvle Lim' 0 Broadloom Carpeting 0 Linoleum 0 Tile 0 Kitchen Cabinets and Sinks O Curtains and Drapes 0 Window Shades Planning Services and Esfinmfcs Frm' Phone 3-965 1 CAR-PET-Ll NE STORE Inc. 428 7th St. Rockford, III. INTERCITY BOX 81 PAPER CO Manufacturers of SET-UP AND FOLDING CARTONS Wholesale Disfribufors of Paper and Paper Specialties Factories: ROCKFORD, ILL. FREEPORT, ILL. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE 48 97 Service to All MASENGARB PHARMACY G. F. Masengarb, R. Ph. - Phone S-1513 529 W. State ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Inc. dm T09 NORTH MAIN STREET Expert Service!! PLUMBING AND HEATING MAIDRITE STOKERS AND OIL BURNERS 817 West Sm Street SERVERS CLEANED Dial 3-9657 Where the boys meet to eat M. M. SORNSIN COMPANY Dial 2-9624 906 West State Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS THE LITTLE STORE WITH EVERYTHING 98 S T MAS TOLLE LEGE 48 CRADDICK 8x WITTE Quality Meats cmd Groceries ECON-O-COL STOKER DIVISION of COTTA TRANSMISSION CO. N. R. NELSON, Distributor ECONOCOL Ph 549 West Grand Ave. i 4,5222 , Rf ' for Q14 Free Heat Phone 886 Phone 887 Over 2000 Econ-O-Cols are now slashing fuel cost in Rockford homes, schools, apartments, office and commercial buildings. SWARTZ PHARMACY R. E. Cotta, R. Ph. Where Qualify and .Service Counts Dial 4-3532 2429 W. State St. ROCKF ORD, ILLINOIS 9 QA GOLDEN GUERNSEY XVI ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE 48 Compliments of OWENS INC. R0ckf01'd's Fines! Store coNTouR HOSIERY MILLS Manufacturers of Women,s Full Fashioned Stockings ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Compliments of ROCKFORD-MILWAUKEE DISPATCH INC. MCFARLAND OFFICE EQUIPMENT CO. Everytl0i1zg for the Ojicen 227-229 S. Church St. D I 3 0427 KARL SCHOENING 81 SONS Painting and Decorating Contractors PAINTS SUPPLIES WALLPAPER 1606 W. State St. Dial 2-5111 G. D. BEST SI SON Monuments -- Markers Office Phone Residence Phone 3- S 6 34 2 -3 2 I 9 721 W. Jefferson St. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS COMPLIMENTS OF WARREN M. MILLER, M.D. and J. W. LEHMAN, JR., M.D. Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Gas 86 Elec. Bldg. MAX LIEBLING Builder and Contractor Dial 4-6769 206 S. Main St. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 Compliments of BREARLEY CO. Compliments of BURSON KNITTING Manufacturers of Ladies' Hosiery KNIT TO FIT Gas-Electric Bldg., 311 NIHAN ancI MARTIN Prescripfion Druggisfs ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Main St. 1423 No. Main St Plastics Die Castings Plastic Seal GLOBE IMPERIAL CORP. 2025 Kishwaukee St. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 That Good WINNEBAGO AUTO WRECKING 81 PARTS CO. 1050 Kilburn Ave. ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Gasoline SMITH OIL SERVICE A Complete Line of New and Used Auto and Truck Parts in Stock Smith Oil 85 Refining Co. l Dial 2-0618 and Associate Dealers J. E. BOLCER Si SON, INC. Packing House - Meat Market 1604 W. State St. Dial 4-3833 Featuring Home Dressed Beef, Veal and Pork Hickory Smoked Hams and Bacon Pure Open Kettle Rendered Lard Qualify and Service for Over 30 Years ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 104 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY REBUILDERS, INC. 1615 Kilburn Avenue ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Repair and rebuilding of printing presses, and all types of industrial machinery Dial 4-6415 E1 II CI III IU LU III 1 V tj III CI II III 1:1 Cl II Complzments of Q M QARDEN L. J. MENOR MEMORIALS C .?f?E mm AMERICAN ,-,, : , .iii DINING ROOM I '?oD,,, ffl 535155 620 N. Prospect St. Dial 4-7113 sim I. I illi ,,,,, ORDERS To if f'-1 - -' 5 22:-5 .: . ' -'-i. 5:-4: ',.:.-. sf-2::9:f'2..: XII -ml EXCLUSIVE DEALER IN MONTELLO GRANITE Air Conditioned 121 N. Wyman St. Dial 4-0615 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 ROCKFORD STANDARD FURNITURE CO. 1100 11th Street Fine Furniture, Rugs, Bedding Westinghouse Electrical Appliances Zenith Radios HARRY C. WEST WALTER FRANKLIN Prfxiilr-nf Srfvrlary TOMMIES' SMOKE HOUSE DOUGLAS DX CHUCK 86 STAN State at Kilburn 26 YEARS IN ROCKFORD Who knows - many of your first shoes came from MASTERS Good Shoes Reasonably Priced MASTERS SHOES Com plitmenfs 0 f FORCING 81 STAMPINC., INC RQCKFQRD, ILLINOIS 114 S. Main St. 113 S. Wyman St. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 C offgmtzzlafiorfs AMERICAN CABINET HARDWARE CORP. annum: RUDKFORD ILLIIIOIS Rockford's SPORTING GOODS HEADQUARTERS for MacGregor-Goldsmith Frank Leahy Football and Athletic Equipment Tom Harmer Varsity Award Sweaters P L A-M O R 4117th St. For Reliable WATCHES DIAMONDS JEWELRY SILVERWARE Go to BOLENDERS 313 West State St. Esfablislwzl 1896 Complimenfs Of ROCKFORD INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED 602-618 South Main St. 106 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 BILL'S ANTIQUE SHOP General Line of Antiques JACK WALLER Distinctive Ladies' and Men's Tailoring Two pants suits and vest available - over three hundred 4402 West State Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS W. L. Mauk Dial patterns from which to select Also tailor from your own material 2-4014 723 E. State St. Dm 4 3121 ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS THRILLS . . . SPILLS . . . CHILLS Mitchell Radio ancl Appliance Complete Line of Home Appliances such as Philco, Crosley, Zenith, General Electric, Hotpoint, Tappan Also All Kinds of Appliance Service 2427 W. State St. Dial 3-5712 WRESTLING See the world 's greatest wrestlers every Tuesday night Shrine Temple Joe Ferona, Promoter Residence phone 3-6710 After 4 p.m., 4-4713 or 3-9932 ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE 148 Success to the Graduating Class of '48 ACE LAUNDRY Compliments of CACCIATORE 81 SONS CHURCH OF SAINT THOMAS THE APOSTLE BELOIT, WISCONSIN SAINT JUDE CHURCH BROTHER DUTTON SCHOOL BELOIT, WISCONSIN SAINT PETER CHURCH SOUTH BELOIT, ILLINOIS 103 S T oMAs TOLLE LEGE '48 CENTRFI L WF - BR N K qII,,IlHi . of faooqozd STQTE st' QT CHURCH msmssn Fsosnmosvosnr ROCKFORD, ILL. msunnbcs convagaruon The Frlendbf Bank For Everybody Friendly pause Hart Schaffner 86 Marx Clothes Bostonian Shoes Arrow Shirts 86 Ties McGregor Sportswear 124 North Main Street vHE5 'x CLEANERS INC. ST. THOMAS TOLLE LIZGE WX 10 Best Wishes From A FRIEND Say it with Flowers From DIDIER Florist S32 West State Street Forest 7395 Compliments of For Your Fine Wedding and Party Cakes Children,s and Birthday and Party Cakes Meat Market Call 409 W. State St. S15 E. State St. 612 W. State St: 1434 N. Main St. S533 N. Second St. SMETZ BAKERY 607 W. State Street We also have a complete line of ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Frozen Bakery Goods Dial 4-4243 our Home Oiiice Department 110 ST. THoMAs TOLLE LEGE ,48 BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE TO THE SENIORS OF 1948 Let Us Help You Prepare for a Successful Career CAREICR COURSES IN Accounting, Business Administration, Secretarial Science, Medical Secretarial Science, and Court Reporting INTlfNSIVI'i COURSES IN Bookkeeping, Shorthand, Typing, Comptometer, Adding and Calculating Machines, Machine Bookkeeping fStudents who complete our Accounting Course are eligible to take JOE CUMMINGS FLOOR SERVICE 1423 Mulberry Street ROCKFORD, ILL. NEW house or OLD house, if it's FLOOR SANDING AND REFINISHING the C. P. A. examinations under the act set up by the Illinois Board of Accountancyj or Apjzrouwl for Vl'fC'l'dlIX znzflw' ibn G. I. Bill of Rights INSTALLATIUN OF: Join your friends at the LINOLEUM RUBBER TILE CARPETING ASPHALT TILE ROCKFORD SCHOOL OF Phone Phone 4-9459 319 West Jefferson Street ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 BANNEN PRINTING COMPANY 818 South Main Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS The Home of Good Printing A Few Suggestions LETTERHEADS PROFESSIONAL FORMS ENVELOPES BUSINESS CARDS STATEMENTS MAILING FOLDERS BLOTTERS CATALOGS LABELS CIRCULARS SALESBOOKS CALENDARS RECEIPT BOOKS CHECKS GARAGE FORMS TAGS INDEX CARDS INVITATIONS PURCHASE ORDERS PROGRAMS GIVE US A TRIAL 3 SL ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 to the yearbook staff for preserving a pictorial record of the school year. We are proud of having played a part in the production of this yearbook and know that you and your alumni will cherish the many memories it retains. You are to be complimented for your initiative and enthusiasm which has played such an important part in its production. Pontiac craftsmen have tried sincerely to crown your efforts with success by rendering service and quality in the production of the photo-engrav- ings in this book. MASTER ENGRAVERS TO AMERlCA'S SCHOOLS Pllllfllll sumol rununmnn nwlsmn EIVGIIA ING 812 ll-'EST VAN BFREN' STREET 8 ELEffTIl0TYPE ffl. CIIICAGII 7. ILLINCIIS 51. 'l'iioxi.xs Y'Ul.l.Ii l.lfCiIf '45' 115 Johnson Appliance Co. Kauffman Truck Rental Kay's Juvenile Store Lairds Bakery Langs Quality Bakery Lesniak's Grocery 86 Meats Liberty Meat Market The Luggage Shop Marsala Barber Shop Marshall Lumber 85 Fuel Co. Mid-City Stationers SPONSCDRS Lorenzo Mggcgrelli- Real Estate Sc Insurance Loans Mott Bros. Company Northern Star The O'Neal Letter Shop Parkers Sporting Goods W. F. Pollard, Crane Co. Rockford Potato Co. Rockford Yellow Cab Co. Smith Oil Co., Fay E- MOH! Soper's Flowers Times Lounge Tydee-Dydee Service Welden Electric Co. Wester Drug The Wonder Spot QQ?-Qwmgw' Wofiwf W? 5 SY? ST. THOMAS TOLLE LEGE '48 t 8: John E. Plumb ,- v x ' s ,L 1: fr' f . f 'bs v. a. 4 X, fm. , x U x . .,. ,, , , . .. ., Q- .M f , ,, 4 W, - 31? 1,. : , .E gf-f ,A '- l 1 x -. -V ,1 vig qt , .5 . . V, ' . 3. Fax, . ..e ,-,. - .., V -y 'f .Sw LA, K - . ' -4431? . .asv N 1 ff! 7 , ,S- ' 'fffi-if Q- - ' 1 F . ,412-.. - , 1