St Xavier High School - X Ray Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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Mr. Alfred D. Cavanaugh A quiet sense of humor and an in- fectious smile are important fac- tors in Mr. Cavanaughis class- room success. Two freshmen Eng- lish classes and three American I-l istory classes comprise his teach- ing schedule. He also coaches Xavieris championship golf team. FACULTY Mr. John J. Foley, SJ. In addition to teaching English and speech to sophomores and t0 juniors, Mr. Foley is largely reu sponsiblc for thc consistently fine performances of the Xavier Swim- ming Team. Directing the activr ities of the Band and of the Or- chestra complements his busy schedule. Mr. James J. Creighton, SJ. Upper class English and speech students progress under the able tutelage of Mr. Creighton. Con- stantly working with the Debaters and other Xavier speakers, Mr. Creighton rightfully deserves much of the credit for their out- standing records. He also directs the Junior Sodality. Mr. James T. Glenn Successfully completing his twen- ty-ninth year as a pedagogue, Mr. Glenn explains the fundamentals and the intricacies of the English language to thc juniors and sen- iors. Other students benefit from his experience in his many speech classes. Mr. James J. Donnelly, SJ. Amiable Mr. Donnelly spends many hours outside the classroom moderating both the X-RAY and the Poster Club. His extensive knowledge of Latin and his warm sense of humor have made him popular with his freshmen and sophomore classes. Mr. Paul B. Gorman Mr. Gorman, a student at Xavier twelve years ago, has returned to his alma mater to teach English to the freshmen, sophomores, and seniors. His methods of teaching and his immense knowledge of the subject make him an invaluable asset to St. Xavier. Mr. James J. Dressman, S.J. Mr. Dressman, another Xavier alumnus, has returned to teach Latin to the freshmen and to the sophomores. He also moderates Xavieris unit of the Junior Red Cross. Mr. Dressman will have the prayers of the entire student body when he has departed for the Missions. Rev. Charles A. Graf, S.J. The important position of Civil Defense Director at Xavier is filled capably by Father Graf. In the classroom he instructs the freshmen in the fundamentals of the Latin language. Father has helped many freshmen in the past with his Remedial Reading Course.

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26 Thick in the throes of a Latin contest, Father Graf tosses another puzzler to the freshmen. The importance of speech cannot be overemphasized. Mr. Glenn is always on hand to aid the seniors develop poise and confidence before an audience. The Basis of Logical T hinking No curriculum can be complete without Language. The Jesuit curriculum demands, along with four years of English, four years of foreign language. These studies are a necessary part of intellectual development. No man will succeed unless he is an adept craftsman of his own language whether ver- bal or written. And the precise rules of foreign tongues are an invaluable aid to clear, logical think- in g. Furthermore, after the icy plunge into grammar rules, the student finds the corresponding literature course entertaining and thought provoking, wheth- er he sails the seas with Ulysses or investigates the stage with the plays of Shakespeare. LANGUAGE The development of the theater is illustrated by Mr. Gorman to an eager sophomore Class.

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Mr. Thomas L. Hogan, SJ. Mr. Hogan, the Athletic Director at St. Xavier, cares for the sport- ing equipment, schedules the games, and performs the many necessary duties which his position entails. He also has a busy sched- ule of third year English classes. Mr. John K. Mott, SJ. Many students regard Latin as a stumbling block in school, but Mr. Mott reduces it to just anoth- er stepping stone for them. He teaches this classical language to the sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Moderating the Senior Sodality completes his list of ac- tivities. 28 Mr. Emmett P. Holmes, S.J. Xavierls French Department is ably headed by Mr. Holmes, who also teaches Latin to the sopho- mores and manages the Book- store. His competent teaching methods and friendly manner have made him a popular figure with the students at St. Xavier. Mr. William C. Schaefer, S.J. Mr. Schaefer teaches Latin to sophomores and seniors and Greek to juniors. His extra-curric- ular time is spent moderating the Prep, Glee Club, and Camera Club; acting as Publicity Director for the May Fete; and being Presi- dent of the Catholic Advisers Press Association. Rev. Joseph H. Lechtenberg, S.J. Father Lechtenberg is a mainstay of the Latin Department at Xavier for he teaches that classical lan- guage to freshmen. Father also moderates the Apostleship of Prayer, an organization whose membership includes the entire student body. Rev. Kenneth F. Shuman, S.J. For many years students have be- come prohcicnt in Spanish-the most popular Romance language here at Xavier. This subject is effectively taught by Father Shu- 'man. As Mission Director, he supervises the C.S.M.C. and all other mission activities at St. Xa- vier. Rev. Lester A. Linz, S.J. Not content with last yearis de- manding schedule of teaching English to sophomores and mod- erating the Alumni, Father Linz has accepted the added task of directing the Public Relations work in connection with the new school. FACULTY Rev. Joseph A. Walsh, S.J. Father Walsh,s studies both in America and in Europe have pre- pared him for his Classes at St. Xavier. His Greek, Latin, and religion classes receive the bene- fit of his vast experience. Father also moderates the Classical Club.