Villanova University - Belle Air Yearbook (Villanova, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 384 of the 1927 volume:

Fortraving the Life of the College for the Year Nineteen Twentv-six—Nineteen Twentv-seven YILLANOVA, PENNSYLVANIA The Annual Publication of THE SENIOR CLASS VILLANOVA COLLEGE foreword tzJlJST as peacefully gliding over the tranquil and enchanted waters of San Marco and the Grand Canal infuses into one the spell of Venice, so, in turning over the pages of The Belle Air of Nineteen Hundred Twenty- Seven, do we wish to instil into you the spirit of Villanova. (Contents THE COLLEGE The Campus Administration CLASSES Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen ACTIVITIES Athletics Drama and Music Publications Society T — ORGANIZATIONS Fraternities Clubs To Our Mothers We Lovingly Dedicate the 1927 BELLE AIR EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AIM J. Panepinto MANAGING EDITOR. Andrew J. Skun ASSOCIATE EDITORS COLLEGE, William J. Long Administration, John R Cunn.nskni CLASSES, John J. N'jwn Senior . Richard M. Sullivan ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS Harry J. Burlington, Jr. Anthony Colantuono William P. Hurley Jam � J. Shea Society, Joseph A. Me Henry Drami, Music and Publications Ralph G. Hegner ORGANIZATIONS. Jerome F. Hurley Fraternities, J. Francis Yoke, Jr. Clubs, John J. Byrne Statistician, Frank B. McAncny Cunpua Photographer, Joaquin Lope , '2� BUSINESS MANAGER Matthew R. Oberholrer ASSOCIATE BUSINESS MANAGER Franci� T. Loughran Assistant, Augustus A. Baron ADVERTISING MANAGER Joseph N. Corcoran Circulation Manager, Patrick Kirwan Publicity Manager, Francis E. B rne THE sXyONG sloping greenswards, briar touched and tree dotted, whose gentle swells are crested by the imposing gray massive structure, red topped. Sylvan wreathed lanes gradually ending in gray towers, silent citadels of unnumbered days and un for- gotten dreams, seeing the dreams unfold as countless throngs to her bosom come and doors of echoes open to the future's fold. Q SHADED walk ! Thy dignity it was that first impressed our minds as, up be' tween thy rows of stately trees, we came in quest of knowledge here to Learning's scat. Grotto Walk (Tk T SUNSET, the gold autumnal light was dying, while interwoven branches spread a shade of soft cool Beryl like the eve- ning sea s—enchant- ment intermingling with its charm. Austin Hall (TTpjlTHIN these portals man's invention has chained laughter, music, and song to the breath of air and scattered it to the four winds. Radio Station (Tp A Z Z L I N G whiteness meets the eye of the spirited student hastening t o his warm and pleasant quarters. A sno w sparrow shivers in the cold, as the fluffy snow receives the imprint of its tiny feet. Dormitory Drive XE'ER s a w I, never felt, a calm so deep as, trudg' ing joyously down thy snow'dad way, I en- trained for home to spend a quiet holiday. The Pennsy Path 05 CHASTE as unsunned snow; lives led in quiet sinv plicity, untroubled by the busy world with' out — all undisturbed, within t h i s peaceful shrine. St. Rita’s Hall 5 HUT off from the world as by a moat, here behind cas tellated walls, the young scholastic lives the even tenor of a life consecrated to the service of his God. Corr Hall CT HROUGH the portals of yon gray pile we passed— portals o f grandeur, grace and strength, to welcome us w i t h i n those long sounding corridors, through which the livedong day our souls did pass. The Monastery CO WINDING path of mottled sun and shade, where strolling students rest upon a rustic bench; within thy flowery bend radiates a fra- grance sweet, breeze- blown from the per- fumed hearts of a thousand roses — golden visions and romantic dreams. Reverie Lane C lROM these tall grey spires, still standing undaunted despite the constant challenge of the ele ments, softly on the evening breeze wafts the chime of the Angelus calling t h e students to prayer. College Chapel ( HE sylvan shad' o w s slowly change their places, yielding to the dazzling golden glow, a gilded reflection of the mid' day sun on the placid surface of the land' locked languid waters — sparkling reminiscences. The Lake vyJLOME of echoes, of dreams of deeds, massive shalt thou stand in ethereal memory calling hack the days of laughter and song and good fellowship, days of dreams untroubled by reality making mind commune with mind, echo ing ever of Elysian fields. To the Members of the Class of 1927 When years shall have passed, dreams faded, and retrospects begun, there yet will remain to each of you that most important and most consoling of all aftermaths—soothing memory. After all, it is within the walls of memory that men most pleasantly live—mystic walls, indeed, but walls that preserve forever safely the keenest and even the most realistic of all our happinesses. The very depth of the suffering borne of ingratitude and of forgetfulness becomes endur- able only through the caressings of sweeter memories. For memory is truly the great consoler of the human heart. Belle Air, the year book of the Class of 27, will be for you, its members, a veritable storehouse of memory. It will lie, therefore, more, much more, than simply a record of labor, and of interest, and of artistic achievements. Bellf. Air will be a key to the lock of memory, a light in memory's house, and unfailing support to memory's foundation. Cherish always, these hallowed memories of your Alma Mater, which will grow ever sweeter with the passing of the years. 42 Rev. James H. Griffin, A M., O.S.A President. Villanova College 43 REVEREND JOSEPH A. HICKEY, D.D., J.C.D., O.S.A. Father Driscoll was succeeded by Doctor Hickey, who had labored zealously for many years in the cause of Catholic education. Doctor Hickey immediately interested himself in all the activities of the student body. Less than a year later he was called to Rome as Assistant General of the Augustinian Order. REVEREND MORTIMER A. SULLIVAN, LL.D., O.S.A. The next man to be elected to the Presidency was Father Sullivan of Atlantic City, N. J. During the World War Father Sullivan served as Chaplain in the United States Navy. There still lingers vividly in our memory his inspiring address of acceptance delivered before the entire student body. REVEREND JOHN P. McGUIRE, A.M., O.S.A. Father McGuire, for four years Vice-President of Villanova, has been trans- ferred to parish work at Chicago. Villanova students who knew him hold a special place in their hearts for Father McGuire. REVEREND FRANCIS A. DIEHL, A.M., O.S.A. As a scholar and a teacher Father Diehl made an extensive study of Psychology and Education. Our former professor is now engaged in parish work in Lawrence, Mass. REVEREND MICHAEL A. HOPKINS, M S., O.S.A. Due to ill health Father Hopkins was forced to resign as Professor of Biology He is now stationed at Atlantic City, N. J. REVEREND LUKE POWERS, A.M., O.S.A. For the last decade Father Powers served as sub-prior of Villanova Monastery, Professor of Dogmatic and Natural Theology, and as Professor of History. He is now stationed at Lawrence, Mass. REVEREND FRANCIS A. DRISCOLL, LL.D., O.S.A. When we arrived at Villanova as Freshmen in 1923, Father Driscoll held the President's chair. As soon as we met him we knew that we had found a staunch and loyal friend. In our Sophomore year Father Driscoll left Villanova to establish a new school in Oklahoma. 44 4? - - • ' Rev. Howard A. Grelis, A m . O.S.A Prefect of Studies Rev. Daniel W. Driscoll. O.S.A Procurator, Treasurer, Trustee 46 47 The School of Arts, Philosophy and Letters DEAN HOWARD A. GRELIS A M.. O.S.A. a now has. 48 29 From 189? to 1905 we have practically no change in the Arts Course. As was to be expected, the faculty was supplemented and the number of students increased. We see for the first time competition with outside teams. Baseball, basketball and football were the major sports. Gradually the Villanova teams became better and better in competition, until indeed, in 1904, Villanova's baseball team defeated such teams as University of Virginia, University of Maryland, Penn State, Lehigh, and Syracuse. In this period we note the existence of two Debating Societies, a senior and a junior, a Library Club and a Dramatic Club. The Arts Course since 1905 has included in its curriculum the modern sciences of Economics, Sociology and Pedagogy. Likewise, also in this period, the faculty was supplemented under Rev. Howard A. Grelis, dean. The students also increased in number. The new buildings that have been added include St. Rita's Hall, 1912; St. Mary's, 1914-15; the new Dormitory, 1922-23. Sports, up to this period, were entirely supported and controlled by art students; but the addition of new schools has taken that exclusive predominance from them. Although they are vastly out' numbered by the newer clement, they still remain, in many cases, the mainstays of the different teams. In the last decade the arts students have likewise shared with the other de- partments, the publishing of the Villanova n Monthly, and the Belle Air. The Alumni now has formed about the various home-town places of its students. The arts men have likewise shared membership in the different societies and clubs that their school was instrumental in founding. Yet she holds exclusive possession of the Art Frat, Epsilon Phi Theta. Now we write finis to page 1927, and encouraged by a history of the past, turn with renewed hope and vigor to a greater Art School. Faculty of the School of Arts, Philosophy and Letters Rev. Howard A. Grelis, A M., O.S.A., Dean Professor of Latin Rev. Joseph C. Bartley, Ph D., O.S.A., Professor of Economics and Sociology Rev. John F. O'Brien, A M., O.S.A.. . Harry Deferrari. Ph D., Professor of History Assistant Professor of French Rev. Francis A. Diehl, Ph D., O.S.A., Eli Duncombe, B.S., M S., Professor of Psychology and Pedagogy Professor of Chemistry Rev. Encelbert Eberhard. Ph D., O.S.A., John Ford, B.S., Professor of German Instructor in Biology and Chemistry Rev. Henry E. Greenlee. A. M , D.D.,O.S.A. Joseph T. Jonas. BO . M.O., A M., Professor of Ethics Professor of Oral English Rev. Alexander Malone, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Pedagogy Rev. Michael J. Murphy, A M., S.T.L., O.S.A., Professor of Metaphysics Rev. John F. O'Brien, A M., O.S.A., Rev. David Rubio, Ph D., O.S.A., Pr. ftssor of English Professor of Spanish Rev. John A. Sparrow. Ph.D., O.S.A., Professor of French Rev. Francis E. Tourscher. A M., D.D., O.S.A., George Zebrowski, M.S., Professor of Patristic Latin Professor of Biology . HHE 49 The School of Technology HE brightest gem in Villanova's crown of scholastic glory is the School of Technology. Inaugurated more than twenty years ago by the late Rev. Dr. Lawrence A. Delurey, it was the first engineering school in any East- ern Catholic college, and during that time its fame has grown to such an extent that in some quarters the name of Villanova is synonymous with engineering. And rightfully so, since from its foundation, a strict standard has been adhered to by those controlling its destinies, and therefore it has turned out only engineers of the highest grade. The year 1905 saw the institution of the School of Technology. In the catalog for the preceding year, announcement was made of the fact that applications for entrance to the Engineering School would be considered for the following year. The administration of that period felt the need of such a course, in order that they might give to Catholic students, under Catholic auspices, the analytical powers developed by “technical training. The preliminary year was devoted to the careful planning of a strong course in civil engineering, which was under the direction of Prof. A. B. Carpenter, E.E., C.E. (Lehigh). With the able assistance of Rev. J. J. Dean, O.S.A., the work of establishment was started. The school was successful from the very first. Gradually the enrollment increased, and very soon the course in electrical engineering was on a par with the civil engineer- ing course. Both progressed steadily, until today they are rated equal with courses offered in any American college or university. The course in mechanical engineering was not offered until 1908. At this time, with the School of Technology an actuality, firmly established, and already making its presence felt, it was decided to intensify specialization in the mechanical field. Accordingly, under the direction of Prof. Fred B. Seely, M.E., (Worcester Tech.), the third branch of engineering education was taken up. From year to year it has grown stronger, and now it enjoys the same reputation as its companion courses. The chemical engineering course came into existence in the fall of 1918, with Robt. Fitzgerald, Ph.D., M.S., O.S.A., as the professor in charge; while sanitary engineering is of more recent date, since not until 1921 was it found necessary to add this to the list of courses offered. It must not be thought, however, that the splendid achievement was brought about by ordinary effort. The expense of an engineering education, if borne by the student alone, would be practically prohibitive. Therefore, the institution of the School of Technology, and the constant upbuilding of laboratories and equip- ment, called for heavy monetary sacrifice on the part of the Augustinian Order, but it can be said to their everlasting credit that not once did the authorities falter under their self-imposed burden. Not only was the actual operation of the schcx)l productive of heavy loss, but also the yearly improvement of facilities added DEAN CARL T. HUMPHREY SB. 50 to the debt in such a way as to render the continuation of the technical school seem' ingly impossible. Even at the present time, with educational costs steadily mounting, the principle of fixing a low tuition rate is being adhered to. Another, and even more important fact in the success of the School of Tech' nology was the tireless labor of every one concerned with the school in holding firmly to the original high standard of scholarship and course. In many cases the stand' ard has been raised, always at the cost of great effort on the part of the engineering faculty. It has meant a constant search for better methods and better equipment always to the end that Villanova should graduate men who were better engineers. Under the present Dean, Carl T. Humphrey, S B. (M.I.T.), the school has made its greatest advances. It is impossible to overpraise the work of Dean Humphrey. Under his guidance the requirements for admission have been made more rigid, much new and valuable equipment has been added to laboratories and the scholastic stand' ards of the school have received due recognition in every quarter. Villanova is surely fortunate in having at the head of its technical school a man of his attainments and proven ability. The engineering school has prospered ever as Villanova has prospered. At the present time its graduates are numbered in the hundreds, and they can be found in all parts of the United States, generally holding positions of highest responsibility. They are competing successfully with the graduates of older and better known schools. Truly the School of Technology is the pride of Villanova. Faculty of the School of Technology Carl T. Humphrey, S.B., Dean. Professor of Civil Engineering Charles A. McGeehan. E.E., J. Stanley Morehouse, M.E., Profcwor of Electrical Engineering Professor of Mechanical Engineering Rev. Robert Fitzgerald. Ph.D., M.S., O.S.A., John J. Sweeney, C.E., Professor of Chemistry Profcwor of Highway Engineering William A. Slavin. B.S., Rev. Edward V. Stanford, M.A., O.S.A., Associate Profcwor of Electrical Engineering Profcwor of Engineering Drawing Thomas J. McCormick, C.E., Rev. John S. O’Leary, M.S., O.S.A., Awociatc Profcwor of Civil Engineering Profcwor of Mathematic Rev. John H. Crawford, A M., O.S.A., Thomas J. L. O’Hara, B.S., Awociatc Professor of Mathematic Instructor in Mechanical Engineering Eli Duncombe, M.S., Rev. Alexander Malone, M.A., O.S.A., Awociatc Professor of Chemistry Profcwor of English Rev. John A. Sparrow. M.A., O.S.A., Profcwor of French Rev. Enclebert Eberhardt, Ph.D., O.S.A., Profcwor of German Rev. John F. Burns, Ph.D., O.S.A., Profcwor of History Rev. Michael J. Murphy. A M., S.T.L., O.S.A., Profcwor of Psychology Harry Deferrari, M.A., Ph D., Joseph T. Jonas, A M., M.O., Awociatc Profcwor of Spanish Profcwor of Oral English Jonas Goddard, Initructor in Industrial Art I The School of Science M THE year 1912 the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association was forced to raise the requirements for admission to medical schools. This move was necessary for various reasons, and was considered for a number of years before it went into effect. The Council deemed it necessary to increase the entrance requirements in an endeavor to curb the dangers that were slowly but certainly creeping into the pro- fession and endangering its ideals. Medicine being a learned profession, its members must be skilled in ration- alizing and associating their knowledge in diagnosing problems that confront them at all times in the course of their professional careers. They must be thinking men. “The physician who is not also a scholar may be a more or less successful practitioner, but his influence will be confined, his methods mechanical, and his interest narrow. The doctor, the lawyer, and the minister of religion can do but inferior work, unless to a knowledge of their several sciences they bring the insight, the wide outlook, and the confidence which nothing but intimate acquaintance with the best that has been thought and said can confer. The more accomplished the specialist, the greater the need of the control which philosophic culture gives.” So the Council saw the need of high standards to enable the student to be better fitted for his career and that he might advance the profession and uphold its ideals. Another evil the Council seeks to eradicate is that of men seeking the medi- cal profession as a means to an end. Their end is wealth, and in obtaining wealth, they would destroy the faith of the laity in the doctor. The medical profession has the highest ideals of any profession possessing the greatest of motives that can actuate man. To relieve the suffering, the doctor gives up his own personal liberty for the love of his fellowman. In the fall of 1914, the late Rev. C. P. O'Neil, O.S.A., Prefect of Studies, outlined a course in the School of Arts at Villanova College for those who intended to prepare for the study of medicine. The minimum requirements covered two years of college work and included the prescribed courses in Litera- ture and Languages, together with the lecture and laboratory work required in the sciences—Chemis- try (General and Organic), Biology, and Catholic ethical aspects of certain medical practices. The Cath- olic medical student also secures a proper apprecia- dean REV. JOSEPH M DOUGHERTY Ph D., O.S.A. I 1 52 Rev. John A. Sparrow. A M., O.S.A., Professor of French tion of right principles of ethics and the natural law. Father O'Neil saw that the course was approved by the Board of Regents of the New York State and that it met with the requirements of the various standardizing agencies recognized by the American Association of Medical Colleges and the Federation of the State Boards of Medical Licensure, so that the students are fully prepared to meet the require- ments of the chief medical schools in the country. The pre-medical course grew so rapidly in numbers, starting with two stu- dents, that in 1916 it was deemed no longer advisable to continue the course under the direction of the School of Arts. In 1916, Father Rucllan P. Fink, O.S.A., was appointed Dean of a new school at Villanova College, the School of Science. Under his able direction and tireless efforts the school flourished. New and spacious lab- oratories were built and fully equipped, new courses were introduced for the third and fourth years—the sciences: Embryology and Histology, Lecture and Labora- tory Genetics, Chemistry (Physiological and Physical), Lecture and Laboratory; Botany, Lecture and Laboratory; Electives in Philosophical subjects, and advance courses in English and Modern Languages. The four-year course prescribed leads to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Biology. Father Fink held the office of Dean for ten years and was succeeded in the office of Dean of the School of Science by Father Joseph Dougherty, O.S.A., in the fall of 1926. Father Dougherty has added two new laboratories to the School of Science, the Physiological Chemistry laboratory and a spacious, well-equipped research laboratory. In conclusion wc might add that the School of Science has grown by leaps and bounds, for today it is among the largest schools at Villanova. A word of praise and gratitude is due to the Deans, Father Ruellan P. Fink and Father Joseph Dougherty, and to the pioneer teachers, Fathers Michael Hopkins, Francis A. Diehl. John S. O'Leary, John H. Crawford, M. J. Murphy; Professors George Zebrow- ski, Eli Duncombe and John Ford. Faculty of the School of Science Rev. Joseph M. Dougherty, Ph D., O.S.A., Dean. Professor of Bacteriology Rev. Engelbert Eberhard. Ph.D., O.S.A. Rev. John H. Crawford, A M., O.S.A., Professor of German Prolesior of Physic Rev. Henry E. Greenlee. A M., D.D., O.S.A., Professor of Ethic and Sociology Rev. John F. O'Brien. AM, O.S.A., Rev. M. J. Murphy, A M., ST L., O.S.A., Profe� ior of English Profe or of Medical Jurisprudence and Metaphysics Rev. Ruellan P. Fink. M S., O.S.A., Professor of Chemistry Rev. Francis A. Diehl. Ph.D., O.S.A., Professor of Psychology and Education George Zebrowski, M.S., Professor of Biology Rev. Alexander Malone. A M., O.S.A., Associate Professor of English John J. Ford. B.S., Associate Professor of Biology Eli Duncombe. B.S., M.S., Associate Professor of Chemistry Joseph Venuto, B.S., Instructor in Chemistry School of Business Administration HE AN lOSEPH C. BARTLEY O.S.A. u Beginning in Freshman year the student is obliged to follow a set schedule of studies. After the successful completion of the first year he is given the choice of majoring in any one of the five main subdivisions: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Foreign Trade, Insurance and Real Estate, or Transportation. No matter which one of these groups he chooses he will be sure to acquire some knowledge of the others, because of the overlapping which inevitably will occur. The aim of the Schtx l of Business Administration is to turn out men, versed not only in the mechanics, as it were, of business, but also well equipped along cul- tural lines, so that they will achieve a place of leadership in the business world. To this end, courses in Philosophy and Languages are made compulsory for all, regard- less of the subject in which they are specializing. Today there is a crying need for business men who are ruled not merely by motives of expediency and profit, but who, in their dealings with their employees and with the public, will adhere to the stand- ards so essential to the well-being of all society. Endowed by nature with a brilliant and powerful intellect, which he has further enriched by study, Dr. Bartley has labored incessantly for the advancement of the department of which he has been the head for the past five years. Without any fanfare of trumpets to herald the progress, the ascent has been accomplished until the newly-hatched Department of Business Administration has become a fully fledged member of the departmental family at Villanova. The hope of the Class of 1927 is that the school may continue to grow' and that despite the many obstacles to be overcome, it will be heartened by the mighty victories in the past and continue to send out graduates who will be an honor and credit to Villanova, as well as to the Catholic Church. ■ t 55 The Sisters’ School ONSIDERING the great amount of work that has been done and the present high standard of scholarship that is being maintained, it might seem that the Villanova College Summer School had been in existence for quite a long time. The day on which the Armistice was signed is still fresh in the memories of all of us; but also the day on which the Summer School was opened can be recalled with ease by many of the present professors of the j College. At a time when the cost of living was at a high peak, the trustees of Villanova took it upon themselves to establish a Summer School, which in time would rank among the best. Their motive in doing so was to satisfy the requests of a number of students, who could not possibly attend the regular sessions, to give courses of study during the summer. The many difficulties that lay in their way were readily over- come. The zeal of the professors who were willing to surrender their summer vaca- tion in order to devote their time to teaching in the warmest months of the year, was 1 11 lrt be matched by the zeal of the students. With a willing and energetic fac- ult and a zealous and ambitious student body, the success of the course was assured. ‘ u.� :rdingly, in the summer of 1918, the College was opened to admit students who . ' u t° Pursf a coursc of study during July and August of that year. The sue- t lat attended upon that first summer's work has made the Summer School a permanent institution of Villanova. Throughout the past decade the school has progressed and developed to such m extent that it has surprised the founders, who did not dream that such an achievement could be possible in so short a time. In 1922 there were nuns of seven- bU .1 ,erent caching orders, from all parts of the East, taking advantage L,l L|aC°UrSC|S °,crcd ‘n the school. Since that time the number of students, m _t J r? -n � krC lglOUS’ k?S ncreased regularly. At the present time a great « c courses that are given at the regular session are also taught in the Summer School. The great progress of the school is to be found in the good results that have been produced, and the efficiency of its present organ- ization. There arc hundreds of teachers in the paro- C u uanJ at ° c bligh Schools, who have attained to a higher degree of efficiency in their work by reason of the knowledge which they obtained by attendance at the summer sessions. Closely affiliated with the Summer School is the xtension Course, which is given by the Fathers at the Catholic Girls' High School in Philadelphia. The lat- ter was established two years earlier, that is, in 1916. «attending the classes given in the high school and urt cr pursuing their course of studies in the Summer ' oo, many students have been able to secure a State am osSJARROW It8 9Crtificate or a while at the same ■■me they have been carrying on their work in the I 56 lower schools. The self-sacrifices that were made by both students and professors, have also made the success of the Extension Course possible. Courses in English, Science, Mathematics, Education and Philosophy are offered in both the Summer School and the Extension Course. The course in Eng- lish is highly developed and well organized. Almost all branches of Philosophy, which include Logic, Epistemology, Metaphysics, Ethics, Natural Theology, and History of Philosophy, have been offered to the candidates for degrees. In education every credit that is necessary for the Teacher's Certificate may be secured. In the field of science, courses in Biology, Physics, Chemistry and a number of others may be pursued. Although the success of the school was due, to a great extent, to the zeal and self-sacrifice of both the scholars and teachers, yet some credit must be given to the guiding hand and director. For the past five years or so the head of the school has been our learned, but genial professor of Logic and French, the Rev. John M. A. Sparrow; unceasing in his efforts to promote the success of the Summer School, untiring in his zeal to make it rank with the best. Not only has it been his task to arrange the courses and allocate the classes, and to direct all the activities of the school, but he has also devoted his morning hours to the teaching of Logic and Metaphysics. If Villanova will always be blessed with such men as Father Sparrow as guiding hands, progress, development and success are assured. Faculty of The Sisters’ School Rev. John A. Sparrow, A M.. O.S.A., Professor of Logic and General Metaphy� ic� Rev. Francis E. Tourscher, A M., D.D., O.S.A. Professor of History Rev. Michael J. Murphy, A M., S.T.B., O.S.A., Professor of Metaphysics Rev. Robert Fitzgerald, Ph.D., M S., O.S.A. Charles A. McGeehan, B.S., E.E. Professor of Chemistry Professor of Physics Rev. Walter G. Rafter, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Latin and Greek Rev. Denis J. Kavanaugh, A M., S.T.L., O.S.A. Professor of Criteriology and Philosophy of the Mind Rev. Howard A. Grelis, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Latin Rev. John S. O'Leary, M.S., O.S.A., Professor of Mathematics Rev. Ruellan P. Fink, M S., O.S.A., Associate Professor of Chemistry Rev. Joseph A. Bartley, Ph D., O.S.A., Professor of Economics Rev. John F. Burns, Ph.D., O.S.A., Associate Professor of History and Political Science Rev. Alexander Malone, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Education William Slavin, B.S., Associate Professor of Physics Rev. John F. O'Brien, A M., O.S.A., Profesior of English Rev. Henry E. Greenlee. A M., D.D., O.S.A., Professor of Ethics and Sociology Rev. John H. Crawford. A M., O.S.A., Associate Professor of Mathematics 57 The Theological School A LTHOUGH the College and the Theological School have been distinct and separate, yet their origin, growth, development and vicissitudes have been so intimately connected and similar that an historical sketch of one must needs include more than a passing reference to the other. Villanova was established for the dual purpose of educating candidates for the Church and for the world. That dual purpose has never been altered. It still pervades the institution, and so permeates the grounds that the College and the Theological School seem blended into one harmonious institution wherein are culti' vated the sciences, both sacred and profane. The Theological School was formally established in 1848. Scant and frag' mentary are its written records from that year until 1865. Those were years of wearying and continuous missionary journeys and labors for the pioneer priests of the Order in the United States. It is no wonder that men so busily engaged have not left us written records of details we would fain know; they had neither time nor inclination to do so. In later years, loving hands sought to gather from scattered sources, material for a connected history of their activities. We are indebted to the late Doctor Middleton for the following items of timely interest: On Monday, May the 1st, 1848, at St. Augustine's (Philadelphia), the trustees hold their first formal meeting.................Father Harnett (is appointed) vice' president and professor of theology and moral philosophy “Up to this year all cleric members of the province, with one exception, had been sent to Europe to make their studies. Now they were to be kept at home to pursue their ecclesiastical course at Villanova. Rev. James O'Donnell, who entered the Order in 1852, made his studies at Mt. St. Mary's and at St. Augustine’s (Phila- delphia). In 1848, Mr. Charles Egan, a native of Cork, Ireland, was received into the novitiate on May the 18th. He is the first cleric novice at Villanova. A few months later, on August the 15th, Rev. Michael F. Gallagher is vested with the same holy habit of religion. Father Harnett, prior, was also novice-master.” Although the Theological School was formally established in 1848, the following quotations from Rev. F X. McGowan's “Historical Sketch of St. Augus' tine s Church, Philadelphia, clearly show that Patrick A. Stanton was a theological student at Villanova in 1847. Father Stanton was born January 27, 1826, at Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland. ... He left Italy in 1847, and arrived at Villanova College, September 4th of the same year. He was elevated to V hPr,l ood at St. Augustine's (Philadelphia), July In 1850, Brothers Ambrose A. Mullen and diaries Egan were ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Kenrick, on December 17th. REV DENIS ) KAVANAGH S.T.R . O S A 58 “In the late fall of 1S57, . . . .the Bishop of Philadelphia .... on All Saint's Day, conferred sacred orders on Brother Peter Crane; this was the first ordination held at Villanova.” “Between 1857 and 1865, when the college was reopened, twenty-seven young men were taught at Villanova, some of them members of the Order; the others laics. In 1865, Father Neno was Regent of Studies. “Under him the church course embraced logic, metaphysics, ethics, natural religion, moral and dogmatic theology, canon law, church history, sacred Scriptures, and liturgy'.” He was succeeded by Father Middleton, who continued as Regent till 1898. Rev. M. J. Locke was Regent from 1898 till 1901. Rev. F. E. Tourscher was Pro-Regent from 1901 till 1903, and Regent from 1903 to 1913. Rev. J. A. Hickey, the present Assistant General of the Order, was Regent from 1913 to 1925; he was succeeded by the present Re- gent, Rev. D. J. Kavanagh. Faculty of the Theological School Rev. Denis J. Kavanagh, A M., S.T.R., O.S.A., Professor of Metaphysics. Apologetic and Canon Law Rev. Francis E. Tourscher. A M., D.D., O.S.A., Professor of Patriotic Latin and Church History Rev. Michael J. Locke, D.D., O.S.A., Professor of Moral Theology Rev. Michael J. Murphy, A M., S.T.B, O.S.A., Professor of Natural Theology and Hutofy of Philosophy Rev. Charles A. Beckermann, S.S.L.. D.D., O.S.A . Professor of Sacred Scripture, Hebrew, and German Rev. Henry A. Caffrey, A M., O S.A., Professor of Homiletic . English Literature, and Liturgy Rev. Hf.nry E. Greenlee. AM.. D.D., O.S.A., Professor of Ethic and Dogmatic Theology Rev. Matthew M. McDonald, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Fundamental Moral Theology and Introductory Canon Law Rev. Francis A. Diehl, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Experimental Psychology Rev. John A. Sparrow, AM., O.S.A., Professor of Greek Rev. John S. O’Leary. M S., O.S.A.. Rev. Paul M. Judson. A M., O.S.A, Professor of Chemistry Professor of Religion Rev. John H. Crawford, A M., O.S.A., Professor of Physics and Mathematics Rev. Joseph M. Dougherty. Ph D., O.S.A., Professor of Biology Mr. Louis A. McMenamin, A.B., O.S.A., Instructor in Greek Mr. John A. Glynn, A.B., O.S.A., Mr. George DeMarco, O.S.A., Instructor in French Instructor in Italian Mr. Edward M Dwyer, O.S.A., Mr. Philip E. Douclass. A M., Instructor in Gregorian Chant Professor of French and Spanish The Theological School, then, points to Father Stanton as its first student, and to Father Harnett as its first professor. With a pardonable pride she reveres the memory of both. 59 II The Religious Program ILLANOVA owes her existence to the steadfastness of the Augustinian founders in adhering to the principle that there can he no true education without moral and religious training. If she did not provide adequately for the spiritual welfare of her students, Villanova would he failing to live up to the high ideals which motivated her founders. Therefore, in order that she might offer religious and moral training in an efficient manner, a special department for this purpose is maintained under the able direction of Father Stanford, the Student Chaplain of the College. The aim of the Religion Department is to provide opportunities for the spir- itual advancement and welbbeing of the student body. These opportunities are presented in many and varied ways and the student body is expected to co-operate with the Department by making free use of all the opportunities presented. No effort, however, is made by the Department to force the students to avail themselves of their opportunities for spiritual development. This is a matter of individual choice. There are, however, a certain number of prescribed religious services. Among these is Sunday Mass at 7.30 a. m., for the entire student body. In addition to Sunday, the students are required to attend Mass on one other day of the week, usually on Thursday, at 7.00 a. m. Attendance at Chapel for Night Prayers at 6.30 is required every evening of the week except Saturday. Monthly Confession and Communion is required of all Catholic students on the First Friday of the month. The student body goes to Confession at 1 p. m. on the Thursday preceding the first Friday and receives Communion at the 7.00 o'clock Mass on Friday. Twice each year a Retreat is conducted. There is a one-day Retreat in September and a three-day Retreat at Mid-year following the examinations and preceding the opening of the second term. In conjunction with the Mid-year Retreat a Religious Survey is conducted. The Religious Survey serves primarily as an aid to the college authorities in discover- ing the religious needs and wants of the Student Body. It informs them of the effectiveness of the prevailing religious policy, and of the possibility of modifications or changes in that policy. Two other activities of the Department are: The Mirror and the Observer. The Mirror is a rather unique publication, posted on several bulletin boards, the first of the week. Its sub-heading states that it is “a weekly bulletin for those interested in Villanova. Believing that all individual improvement along the lines of religious practice, character develop- ment, and school spirit is bound to react to the benefit of Villanova, it touches on the many little personal and collective defects and good points that cannot be effec- tively brought into prominence in any other way. Its medium of expression is for the most part cartoons, to which are attached pertinent remarks or suggestions. It is a running commentary in caricature on all that concerns the religious and moral life of the students. RF.V E. V. STANFORD, M S.. O.S.A., Student Ctuphin 60 T. C. McLEOD. O.S.A. M. J. CX)RCORAN. O.S.A. T B. AUSTIN. O.S.A. The Observer or Clipping Board is a new venture at Villanova. It is made up of clippings from Catholic and secular newspapers, on topics of interest to Catholic college students. It features Religious, Social, Moral and Educational ques- lions of the day from a Catholic viewpoint. It carries from time to time what might be termed sidelights on Catholicism, as shown forth in the newspaper accounts of conversions to the Catholic Church, and in tributes to Catholic faith and practice on the part of non-Catholics. It contains references to events or statistics calculated to stir up a laudable pride in the Catholic faith. The “clippings” arc changed weekly. Chief among the other activities of the Religious Department is the giving of a regular course of instruction on the liturgy of the Mass. This is in addition to the matter covered in the class room during the weekly religious period. Then there is the monthly collection for Home and Foreign Missions. Every year Villa- nova students give hundreds of dollars toward the support of the Missions. The custom has been to give half of this money to missions conducted by the Augustinian Order, and the other half to missions not under the control of the Order. Senior Chipcl A� jist.«nts 61 Incunabula—Books Printed Before A.D. 1500 and Other Treasures of Our Library E HAVE a Bible, the Vulgate text, printed in 1482 (the year before Martin Luther was born). It was printed in Nurnberg, Bavaria, by Anton Ko' berger, one of the famous names of the early years of printing. The paper ■( in this book shows no signs of corroding. The surface is soft, white and smooth, though the type was set ten years before Columbus discovered America. Bound in with the Old and New Testament in this Koberger print, in the same type and same quality of paper, is the text of a school or college hand' book a grammar and a guide to the structure of language; as language (Latin) was studied and used in the schools of the fifteenth century. Text'books of the mediaeval schools are rare and above commercial values. The oldest printed book in our Library is a Roman impression of 1481. The printer is Hcrolt. This book is bound in two volumes, 262 and 492 pages. At the heads of leading paragraphs, blank spaces are left for initials. These were usually of a larger size and painted in by hand after the work of the printer had been com' pleted. The subject of this Herolt print is a scries of expositions on Monastic legislation according to the rule of St. Augustine. The writer is Ambrose Corio' lanus or Coranus, a former Prior'General of the Augustinian Friars, who died in Rome in 1485. Another Roman print is the collected works, letters, poems and treatises of John Anthon Campanus. The printer is Eucherius Silber (also Franck), but the type is Venetian as stated in the colophon. The year of this print is 1495. There are in our Library two editions or impressions of the famous Dictionary or Vocabularium of Ambrose Calepini or Calepino, an Austin Friar and Lcxi' cographer, who was born in the year 1435 and died in 1511. One impression is the work of Paulus Manutius, a noted scholar and printer of the sixteenth century. This book was printed in Rome in 1570, and it gives the Vocabularium in five languages- Latin, Greek, French, Italian and Spanish. -------—--------------- It is a folio bound in stamped pigskin over beech' boards. The second book was printed in Vasle in 1582. The binding is leather, like horsehide, over bcechboard sides. In addition to the five languages of the earlier Roman print, this book has the vocabu' lary also of Germany and Belgium. This Vocabular' ium was many times printed and was a recognized authority for the languages of Europe in the six- j teenth and seventeenth centuries. | Manuscripts on Vellum and Parchment Written in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries 1. The Legenda Aurea, or Vitae Sanctorum, is the work of James de Voragine. Our copy is written — — °n parchment. It contains 208 leaves, counting text rev. francis e tourscher. an table of contents. It was written in the four' i) i). o.s a teenth century and contains initials in red and blue —r N. 62 Era m t n y e n a r i o i n a t p o r iimhn E I P H N A I O t EITIZKOnOT AOT1 AOTNOT. K A I MAPTTPOw EAETXOT KAI ANATPOIIHS THS ♦ETA1JNTMOT lNllillli. BIBAIA Ii E N T E- SANCTI IRENTI EPISCOPI LUGDUNENSIS ET MARTYRIS. DETECTIONIS ET EVERSIONIS FALSO COGNOMINATA AGNITIONIS. S t V CONTRA HyfcRESES LIBRI II V I N QJU f.. POST FRANCISC: FEUAR DENTII ET JOANNIS ERNF.STI C.RAVF fccenfioncm callrg.ni dcnuo ad MS S. codice� Romano� , Gallicano� «c Anglic ano� . nccnon ad antiquiore� editione� , a multi� , ijuibui adhuc Icatcbam, rocnJn tapuigau audi novi� Fragmenti� Crxtu . oblcrvationibuc ac noti� , Ofiolirtimil.]iie Glolfann Induibiu lUullran locupletati . quibu� omnibu� p rmnrunrur ire� Ddfmaocmct, m quiUa� Krrrlr� ab licuo memoratx, loci dd ikt eiplicanrur, C|ulqtK vita: ae gcllorum hiilooa diUuntur. Sindh (f Utere Domni Rimati M assuit, Pmlylai Afcn.uU Benrdkbm i Co rrrr Aliene S. A amii. - V- 9 P A K i a t i o . Se liunptibos JOANNIS BAPTISTA COICNARD, Rego Arclurypograph. K BcblropoLt orduuoi, vu S. Jacobi, ad infigne Bibitorum aurfoium. mdccx. „ ■ eVM PRIVILEGIO REGIS. 63 TOMS colors, with many marginal freehand drawings. This codex was at possession of Pope Pius VI. , an UIV 2. Another manuscript codex is on beautiful white vellum, ri c peo' known scribe in the fifteenth century. The subject of this book is rum et Herorum.” This manuscript contains 112 leaves. The initials are beautifully done in blue and gold. A third manuscript on white vellum is the work ot a fifteenth century scribe. It has twelve beautiful ini' tials in blue, brown, green and gold. There are 179 leaves in this book. Treat' ises of St. Augustine, namely, De Dona Presever' antiae” De Beata Vita” “De Praedestinatione Sane' torum and other short tracts form the subject. The College Administration In the following pages are simply recorded the names of the members of the Faculty of Villanova College during the scholastic year, 1926-1927. No atempt has been made to record their achievements, because to do so would be beyond the power of mere words. The Board of Trustees President Very Rev. Daniel A. Herron, O.S.A Secretary Rev. Francis E. Tourscher. D.D., O.S.A Rev. James H. Griffin, M.A., O.S.A Rev. John M. Fleming, O.S.A. Rev. Daniel W. Driscoll, O.S.A. Murtha P. Quinn. LL.D. 65 Rev. Joseph A. Bartley, Ph D., O.S.A. Dean, Business School Professor of Economics Lawrence. Mass. Villanova; Catholic Univ. Rev. Charles A. Beckerman, A.M., D.D., S.S.L., O.S.A. Professor of Latin and Sacred Scripture Veen, Germany Villanova: Int. Aug. Coll., Rome; Pontifical Bibical Inst., Rome Rev. John F. Burns, Ph D., O.S.A. Professor of History Albany, N. Y. Villanova; Catholic Univ Rev. Henry C. Caffrey, A M., O.S.A. Professor of English and Elocution Lawrence, Mass. Villanova; Int. Aug. Coll., Rome : ' • Michael T. Carey, A M. Professor of Business Law Philadelphia. Pa. Villanova Rev. John H. Crawforo, A M., O.S.A. Assoc. Prof, of Mathematics Faculty Advisor, 1927 Belle Air Tignish, Canada Villanova: Catholic Univ L- J o 66 Harry Deferrari, M.A., Ph.D. Assoc. Prof, of Spanish Boston. Mass. Dartmouth: Harvard: Univ. of Penn. Patrick J. Dougherty, B.S. Professor of Banking and Finance Jcancsvillc. Pa. Temple University Eli Duncombe, B.S, M S. Assoc. Prof, of Chemistry Union City. Pa. University of Nebraska Rf.v. Englebert Eberhardt, Ph.D., O.S.A Professor of German Rhumspringc. Hanover. Munnerstadt Coll., Bavaria: Germany Royal Univ. of Wurzburg. Bavaria Rev. Ruellan P. Fink, M S., O.S.A. Vice-President Professor of Organic Chemistry Wellsvillc. N. Y. Villanova Rev. Joseph M. Daugherty, Ph.D., O.S.A. Dean, School of Science Professor of Biology Havcrford, Pa. Villanova: Catholic Univ. 67 John J. Ford, B.S. Assoc. Prof, of Biology Villanova West Chester, Pa Rev. Henry C. Greenlee, A M., D.D., O.S.A. Professor of Ethics, Sociology. Latin and Italian Haverford, Pa. Villanova: Int. Aug. Coll.. Rome Rev. Howard A. Grelis, A.M Dean. School of Arts Prefect of Studies Philadelphia. Pa. Villanova William C. A. Henry, B.S Instructor in Business Law Philadelphia, Pa Villanova Carl T. Humphrey, S B. Dean, Engineering School Professor of Civil Engineering Philadelphia, Pa. Mass. Inst, of Technology Joseph Jonas, A.M, M.O. Professor of Public Speaking Philadelphia, Pa. St. Joseph’s, Phila.; Nat’I School of Oratory 68 Rev. Paul A. Judson, A M., O.S.A. Professor of Religion Norfolk, Va. Villanova; Catholic Univ. Rev. Dennis J. Kavanaugh. A M., S.T.R., O.S.A. Professor of Logic ayid Greek. Ballinrobc, Ireland Villanova; Int. Aug. Coll.. Rome Rev. Alexander Malone, A M., O.S.A. Assoc. Prof, of English Philadelphia. Pa. Villanova; Catholic Univ. Thomas J. McCormick, C.E. Assoc. Prof, of Civil Engineering Philadelphia, Pa. Villanova Rev. Matthew McDonald, A M., O.S.A. Assoc. Prof, of Latin and Greek Manhattan, N. Y. Villanova; Catholic Univ. Charles A. McGeehan, E.E. Professor of Electrical Engineering Coach of Baseball Norristown, Pa. Villanova ' «— 0� A 69 J. Stanley Morehouse, M E. Professor of Mechanical Engineering Sharon, Conn. Stevens Inst, of Technology Rev. Michael J. Murphy, A M., S.T.L., O.S.A. Professor of Special Metaphysics Philadelphia. Pa. Villanova Rev. John F. O'Brien, A M., O.S.A. Professor of English New York, N. Y. Villanova: Catholic Univ. Thomas J. L. O'Hara, B.S. Instructor in Mechanical Engineering Toronto. Onr. Villanova Rev. John S. O'Leary, M S., O.S.A. Professor of Mathematics Cork. Ireland Villanova Leo Schaefer, M B A. Professor of Business Law Ardmore. Pa. Univ. of Wisconsin: Northwestern U. 70 William A. Slavin, B.S. Assoc. Prof, of Electrical Engineering Watcrbury, Conn. Villanova Rev. John A. Sparrow, A.M., O.S.A. Dean. Summer and Extension School Professor of French and Logic Lawrence. Mass. Villanova Rev. Edward V. Stanford, M.S., O.S.A. Professor of Engineering Drawing and Descriptive Geometry Boston. Mass. Villanova John J. Sweeney, C.E. Professor of Highway Engineering Ardmore, Pa. Villanova Joseph Venuto, B. S. Instructor in Chemistry Philadelphia. Pa George Zebrowski. M S. Professor of Biology White Plains. N. Y. Purdue; Univ. of Pennsylvania 71 The Student Discipl me HE Student Board of Discipline is a new feature on Villa nova’s campus; in fact, the true board did not get under way until the Spring term had started. The necessity of such a board is being manifested at all institu- tions of learning at the present time. In but a few, however, has the system been inaugurated. At Villanova the system started in the early fall in a modified form and affected Austin Hall alone. A temporary committee appointed prefects, members of the Senior Class (who had sponsored the move' mem), and these prefects took entire charge of discipline in that building. As the term continued the committee found less difficulties and there was a noticeable change in the conduct of those students affected by the system, in fact, their con' duct was better to a certain degree than that of the students in other buildings, due perhaps to the fact that the Senior prefects were in a larger range of control because of their number. At the beginning of the Spring term our President, Father Griffin, announced that the success of the system warranted its trial through the whole college, so a iK v board was formed consisting of four members from the Senior Class and one trom each of the under classes. This ncwly-formed board got together early in ebruary and formulated a constitution along with a new set of rules which were in accord with the ideas of everyone concerned. i February 11, the system went into effect in every building on the campus, an though the board found greater difficulties now, because of the uneven distri' ution of the Senior body, they nevertheless were greeted with favor by the stU' cnts as a wh°le. To the fact that so much co-operation was found in both the Faculty and the student body, the board undoubt- edly owes its success, for without cither a board of this type is hopeless. Offenders soon began to show themselves, and with this the board found that they had another function, that of punishing. This was done with as little notoriety as possible. Offenders were called before the board through the medium of a system of numbers, and punished according to set rules that held with equal strength in the case of Seniors and Freshmen. Seldom, if ever, did a case arise of anyone being treated unfairly. The representatives chosen by their respective classes were as follows: For the Class of 1927, Herbert Madden, John R. Cunningham, Andrew J. Sloan and Richard M. Sullivan; for the Class of ‘;28. J°Hn R. Sullivan; for the Class of 1929, inccnt Doyle; for the Class of 1930, William T. Brogan. RICHARD M. SULLIVAN Chairaun 7.',7 72 •y The officers elected by the group were as follows: Richard M. Sullivan. Chairman Andrew J. Sloan. Secretary John R. Cunningham. Vice-Chairman The primary purpose of such a board as this is to teach those men who arc about to enter the world of affairs, the Seniors, the value and use of authority, the necessity of impartiality and to give an insight to character types. In this we must admit we have received perfect satisfaction, for the assigned prefects found them- selves in a position that required the use of forethought in every move they made. Fortunately all these situations were met with and conquered to the satisfaction of all concerned. Now that the board has been established, coming classes at Villanova will find less difficulties to face as a more business-like method and system have been added. A state of perfection in this system is a thing to be striven for by each succeeding class. There are at present impediments in the way of the board that the past board found impossible to overcome, because of lack of time and experi- ence. Every' man on Villanova's campus owes it to himself and to his class to help the Board of Discipline in its work. The board docs not find any pleasure in punishing delinquents, in fact, it rather feels hurt to do so. The board of the past year can be considered a fair representative of what true Villanovans can do. There is really no necessity of men in college being guided by others when they are perfectly capable of taking care of themselves. In time to come we can prove this more fully, for as yet the system is only in its embryonic stage. Coming classes have much to overcome, much to evade, and more to expect than we can forecast. We sincerely hope that it receives the success that it is worthy of. 73 Tine Undergraduate Council ITH the true Villanova spirit of being able to find a way to meet a need the Undergraduate Council was formed. All growing colleges and uni' versities have found that a medium is often needed to act as a mediator between the Faculty and student body. Great problems are found that deserve the consideration of both, and Villanova’s Undergraduate Council has, so far, done its work nobly. The Council this year was made up of the fob lowing men: Seniors—Herbert Madden. Albert Brown, Matthew Obcrholzer, Richard Sullivan; Juniors—George Fay, James Quindlan, William Riordan; Sophomores-—Richard Denny and Joseph Mu 1 ray; Belle Air—Alfred J. Panepinto; Villano- van—Ralph G. Hegner; Departmental—J. Howard Brady, Joseph Green, Victor Digilio, Jerome Hur- ley; Day Students—Andrew' J. Sloan. At the first meeting of the year the following were elected: Herbert Madden, Chairman: Wib liam Riordan, Vice-Chairman; Richard M. Sulli- van, Secretary. A mere enumeration of the works done by the Council would not do credit to the ability that the Council can show. It is enough to say that the highest possible degree of co-operation between the Council and the Faculty has existed since its institution, and a display of similar co-operation on the part of the students is found in every quarter. HERBERT J MADDEN Ctuirnun 74 JOHN C KELLY. 1? Pruidtiu |TOR more than three-quarters of a century the Augustinian Fathers have been conserv- ing that tradition of education and culture which found its origin in the great Catholic educational foundations of Europe during the Middle Ages, and, indeed, during the ages that preceded that great recrudescence of civiliza- tion, in our own Alma Mater—Villanova. Moreover, during those seventy-five years Villanova has been sending her sons into the world equipped with that priceless heritage, the Faith, together with an excellently designed and incomparable education. A notable achievement, it must be admitted. But, what has become of that vast army of stalwart students who once graced the fairways of our spacious campus? The story of Villa nova's sons, or the Alumni, their material success and glory, is an im- portant part of the history of the College. No record exists which contains the activities of the Alumni since its inception, but a flourish- ing, prosperous College denotes, in some measure, a healthy Alumni. We may conclude, therefore, that our graduates and members of the Alumni have enjoyed their share of this world’s goods. To compile statistics relating to Alumni activity at Villanova would require months of research and study. The results of such a survey would doubtless invite a disturbing controversy, especially among the more venerable of our fellows. This much may be said without contradiction, however. The interest of Catholic laymen in Catholic education has increased in this country. There have been noted generally stirrings of a more animated interest in education on the part of those who have profited by a college education, whether under Cath- olic auspices or not: This interest, of course, has redounded to the greater prosperity of Villanova, and our Alumni must be accredited with their share of that success. But Catholic alumni societies, as such, have been more or less neglected since the inauguration of Catholic colleges in this country. This has been conceded by the majority of college executives. Those same executives have determined that this neglect has gone too far, and with facts upon which to base i 75 L. SCHNEIDER Secretary their efforts they arc seeking to correct this attitude toward their former students. With first-hand knowl- edge of one outstanding example of an organized alumni, viz., Yale University, the results of which demonstrated from time to time amazingly tangible support to the University, our Catholic college executives and alumni associations realize that their former students are most important to the suc- cess of an institution. The existence of the Yale Alumni as it functions today is conclusive evidence of the wisdom of the policy of keeping the alumni ever before the consciousness of the college that gave them birth. Now, what is the purpose of an alumni organi- zation? Perhaps it would be timely to mention the popular purpose of present day alumni associations. Annual banquets with much innocuous speech- making have been the great worl{ of many of them for years. Another motion prevailing goes something like this: Once in a decade some energetic “forgotten student rises to the ambitions of the majority and proposes a “suitable memorial to commemorate the fame of the late Father So-and-so. A huge building is erected and handed over to the college administrative authorities. No expense is spared to select the most popular architect; the most beautiful architecture, and last, but by no means least, a handsomely carved corner- stone upon which is inscribed the names of the donor, donee, and contractor and builder. The task is completed; the alumni feels quite satisfied with itself; the college has another “elephant” to support and maintain, and then the alumni prepares for another twenty years of dormancy. This is not the purpose of an alumni body. This is not organization. One of the chief purposes of an alumni is to attain the educational and intellectual ideals for which the college was founded. If we, as former students of Villanova, are to become a moral, intellectual, and religious force in these United States, we must do more than meet once a year for our annual banquet. We must organize on solid business principles with a real, live, honest-to-goodness business office, con- ducted by intelligent management. This business organization should be maintained by the Alumni Association without any expense to the College itself. It should become an important adjunct to the adminis- trative branch of the College, and in fact, the clearing- house of all matters pertaining to former students. It will be news to many of our Alumni that a business organization of modest proportions is begin- ning to function at Villanova. An executive secretary has been appointed by the President to deal with CHAS ? McGEEHAN TrcMurcr 76 Alumni matters; and this is a most encouraging step in the organization of our association. In the recently formed National Catholic Alumni Federation, our Alumni Society, one of the founder members of that organization, will find much material to enable it to keep abreast with the most modern methods of alumni work. The Federation will provide a centralized medium through which our individual members may have greater opportunities for social intercourse with the alumni of any of the seventy-five Catholic colleges in the United States. In this connection, too, our Alumni could advance the ideals of Catholic higher education and promote that fellow ship necessary to graduates of our Catholic colleges. In the establishment of an Alumni executive secretary at Villanova the Alumni officers have planned to create a placement bureau as part of the duties of the office. Through this agency members of the Alumni seeking to employ products of Villa nova may, upon inquiry, secure the services of men available for positions. On the other hand, it is expected that members of the Alumni will register with the executive secretary for placement. Work of developing this important adjunct of Alumni activities will require a little time, but it is expected that before the end of the next scholastic year results may be obtained. This service in itself is sufficient justification for the establishment of a relatively well-paid executive secretary of the Alumni. Alumni loyalty to Villanova has never been more dominant than it is today. Villanova's sons are never “forgotten” by the self-sacrificing fathers who administer the affairs of the College, but sometimes some of us — members of the Alumni — arc not mindful of the importance of closer association with the College. An organized Alumni is sought by all of us for the good of both the College and the individual alumnus. Let us seek for greater strength, closer contact, and organization. John C. Kelley, T5. Letter of Vice-President Quinn The primary object of an Alumni Association is to weld together in one unit all of the men who have been graduated by an institution and to these should be added all of those men who matriculated but for various reasons were forced to give up their college career. When the formation of the unit is accom- plished, there can be but one object in view: the welfare and promotion of the institution which the association represents. Too often the alumnus loses MILES B BONNER Vice-President J. STANLEY SMITH Vice-President Board of Governor JOSEPH F. WEIR Vice-President sight of this object entirely and regards the asso- aation as a passive organization which functions only for the purpose of having an annual banquet and get-together. This latter is only secondary and if an association is to remain in existence, its object must be kept in the foreground and it must be active at all times. An alumnus owes to his Alma Mater two things: his moral and his financial support. It is no sacrifice to give the first in full measure and if a sacrifice must be made to give the second, he is in nowise relieved of his responsibility if he does not make the sacrifice. Too few alumni realize that they owe their Alma Mater anything after they have left its walls. They paid the required tuition while students, and in return received an education and, consequently, the account is balanced. The student who matriculates and graduates owes to his Alma Mater more than he can repay. She gave him something which the tuition did not cover and for which he will always be indebted to her. She placed on him an indelible stamp which can never be removed and this latter is particularly true of those men who have uraduated from Catholic institutions. If every alumnus gives thought to these facts, I feel that he will agree with them, and if he does, he will fully realize that he has been neglecting one of his most important duties when he fails to give his entire support to his Alumni Association in everything that the association is trying to do for the institution that it represents. Paul H. Quinn, A.B., TO. On the eve of Commencement Day in 1875, Tuesday, June 29th, the College Alumni met in the house parlor and with Very Rev. President Galbcrry, Bishop' elect of Hartford, in the chair, formed an Alumni Association. Owing to the incompleteness of the records available, it will be necessary to break the contiguity of this narration. On the evening of Wednesday, June 21, 189?, the Academic celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of Villanova, the Alumni held their regular annual meeting. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: John J. Morrissey, A M., M.D., of Hartford, Conn., President; John T. Lcnahan, A.M., °t Wi kes-Barre, Pa., Vice'President; Rev. Charles J. McFadden, O.S.A., A.M., of Villanova Secretary; Rev. Laurence A. Delurcy, O.S.A., AM., (the Vice President of the College), Treasurer. On Wednesday evening, July 4. 1894, the meeting of the Alumni took place i) 1 - j u C I r?ry’ at P. M. The election of officers resulted as follows: President, Hon. John T. Lcnahan; Vice-Presidents, J. J. Morrissey, M.D., and Mr. J. Oblinger; Secretary, Rev C. J. McFadden. O.S.A., re elected; Treasurer, Rev. L. A. Delurey, O.S.A., re elected. Mr. E. Dohan was chosen orator for the next n Up wet,M ‘ TUa! bant uct took Place in the College Dramatic Hall at v'?J R pa J'xa nALcnah n Presided. Toasts were made and responded to by Very Rev. C. A McAvoy, O.S.A , Rev. F. X. McGovern, O.S.A, Rev. C. J. 78 CHAS. B. LOUGHLIN Vjcc'PrcMtJcnt MATTHEW A LYNCH Board of Governor 79 Street. The toastmaster was the Rev. L. A. Delurey, O.S.A., and addresses were delivered by Justices Goff and Daly, of the New York Courts. From this time the reunions were always held either in Philadelphia or at the College, and in 1915 a very successful affair was held at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia, which was very much enlivened by the presence of Mr. Victor Herbert, who had received the degree of Doctor of Music from Villanova a few years before. From 1916 up to the present time the reunions have been held at Villanova College on the eve of every commencement. There are three sub divisions of the Alumni Association, namely: The Villa' nova Club of Philadelphia, Pa.; the Villanova Club of Lawrence, Mass., and the Villanova Club of New York City. These respective clubs hold semi-annual or monthly meetings, depending on the number of Alumni in their vicinity. These organizations have been very instrumental in furthering the interests of Villanova, particularly the Villanova Club of Philadelphia. - k e c cnt c uk °f the Alumni Association was organized in 1924, February th with Charles B. Loughlin as President, Elmer M. Hertzler as Vice-President, and T. J. Fitzgerald as Secretary and Treasurer. In 192 the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Walter F. Druedmg, I resident; Martin J. McLaughlin. John A. Eichman, Wm. A. Lanahan and Hugh T. Mooney, Vice-Presidents, and T. I. Fitzgerald, Secretary and Treasurer, combination proved to be very successful, for the club rapidly grew. Goodwin r ,fCCCjsfuI ycar was m6’ with T. J. Lynch as President, F. J. Goodwin, Vice-President, and T. J. Fitzgerald, Secretary and Treasurer. the foothill' h'-i'Idl'k nUSt°,m; and a very kudable one, for the club to entertain with a banquet or°dinner thc end °f their r£sPective scasonS are invited to a i ™C?C ,nners� famous stars in the athletic firmament at the Penn A C D k 1 o 1926 football season a dinner was held A. C., December 9, 1926. Over eight hundred alumni attended. R°gcr J. Martin, ce-Pr drate T T Strong. President; M. J. McLaughlin and John J. Dougherty Assistant c; T J Flt gerald, Secretary and Treasurer, and every month, followed 'by a dinn T and, Treasurer The meetings are held Juniper Streets, Philadelphia Th t c,r room Hotel Sylvania, Locust and ville sketches Th� ' mi.-, ■ c e entertainment consists of speakers and vaude- is furnished hy the College orchestra. In 1912 the banquet was held at the Hotel Walton and a gift of $100,000 was presented to Villanova College by Mr. Bernard Corr, who was present on that occasion. The building has been erected and is now known as Corr Hall. 80 WE inspiring to behold, marvel of ancient and modern alike, the Pyramids of Egypt came into being from the humblest beginning. Consider, at first, nought but the idea, then the first stone, the foundation- -another, still another. Slow work it must have been. Carefully placed, one by one, the stones of the monument arose. Years passed, and the building proceeded, till at length the Pyramids were. Today they stand, as they stood thousands of years ago, symbolic of permanence, of the glory that accrues from the most unpretentious origin, if the structure be solidly and painstakingly wrought. Even as the pyramids, had Villanova its inauspicious origin. Its progress was slow, but it was steady, and in looking backward, the vicissitudes which have befallen the College make a tale that is truly romantic, a saga of educational progress. Belle Air, or Villanova, as it has been known for the past eighty-five years, has been in Catholic hands from the beginning of the Nineteenth Century. On October 13, 1806, John Rudolph, a well-known Catholic gentleman and merchant of Philadelphia, purchased one-hundred acres of land in Radnor Township, Dela- ware County, Pennsylvania, belonging to Jonathan Miller, “innkeeper of Havcrford Township, and Sarah, his wife, for $10,000 in current gold and silver money of the United States. By subsequent purchases, Mr. Rudolph acquired three other pieces of land nearby and adjoining the Miller tract. At the time of Mr. Rudolph's original purchase, the land was without improvements. Mr. Miller, the former owner, had started to build a residence, when the property passed into the hands of its new owner. The latter, shortly afterward, had the dwelling completed. Now begins the story of Belle Air. On the completion of the mansion, Mr Rudolph moved from the city to his new country estate, and after the fashion of the day, he christened it Belle Air, this being the name of his father's native place in Maryland. At Belle Air, Mr. Rudolph passed the last thirty years of his life, dying on March 30, 1838. It was not until 1841, three years after, that the estate w'as offered for sale by the administrator. Mr. John R. Vodges. In an announce- ment of September 14, in that year, the estate, minutely described, was placed on the market, the proclamation further stating that on October 14, the entire estate, or any portion of it, would be auctioned off. So excellent an opportunity to acquire a charming country scat could not go long without a bidder. Its elevated site and beautiful location, its abundance of wood and waiter, and its rich meadow lands, not to mention its comparative easiness of approach from all quarters, w'ere advantages sufficient to recommend it for either a private residence or a public institution. It wras destined for the latter purpose. Rev. Thomas Kyle, of St. Augustine's Church, Philadelphia, and Very Rev. Patrick E. Moriarity, commissary of the Augustinian province in America, recognised it as the logical site for an establishment of the Order, and on October 13, 1841, the day before the one announced for the public sale. Belle Air was purchased by them for $18,000, in those days an enormous sum. On January 5, 1842, title to Belle Air was granted to the “Brothers of the Order of Hermits of St. Augustine. ' Truly it was a Back In Old Belle Air 81 Old Tolcntinc Academy The College in 18-42 memorable day when Belle Air passed into Augustinian hands. In the early spring of 1843, Brothers Den- nis Gallagher and Jeremiah Ryan were sent from St. Augustine's, Philadelphia, to Belle Air, to open the mansion. These two brothers were the first members of the order to reside at Villanova. Regarding the first establish- ment of community life at Villanova, tradition has it that Father O'Dwyer, of St. Augustine's, said Mass in the parlor oratory of the manse, and blessed this new monastery on St. Augus- tine's Day, August 28, 1843, placing it under the special patronage of St. Thomas of Villanova. The selection of St. Thomas of Villanova as chief patron of the infant establishment was most appropriate. This Saint was, in the Sixteenth Century, the Augustinian provincial of Castille. A man of true sanctity, he was distinguished for his executive ability, and above all, for his kindness to the poor. With this Mass and dedication ceremony, Villanova, no longer to be known as Belle Air, was launched on its educational and religious career. The name Belle Air, however, is revered to this day, and has been the inspiration of many a Villanova tradition. The first classes to be held at Villanova were begun a few days after the bless- ing of the monastery. On September 18, 1843, the first day sch x l was opened, six students were enrolled, all from Philadelphia. A total of forty-five students were in attendance during the next two years, and their teachers numbered three priests and four lay instructors. Little is known regarding the course of instruction, but it was almost entirely of a classical nature. Classes were held on the first floor of the man- sion, which was well lit and cheerful, while t h e sleeping quarters were on the upper floors. The en- tire second fl x)r was given over to the Fac- ulty, the students re- siding on the top floor. Until the erection of the chapel in 1844, the students' lavatory was in the old wagon shed of the Rudolph estate. Here a long wooden trough held the basins; water was obtained from the pump a hundred feet 82 Villanova From «he Air away. It speaks well for the ruggedness of the old-time collegians, when one con' sidcrs that the Villanova winter is none too mild, to learn that there was no avoid' ance of the ablutionary rite on their part. Affairs proceeded in this manner until the completion of a new college build' ing in 1844, when the students were moved out of the monastery, leaving it entirely Alumni Hall 83 to the Faculty and community. In passing it may he remarked that the cost of a college education has risen perceptibly in eighty years, a prospectus of the 1844 term stating that the fee was: “For pupil over 12 years, $125 per annum, payable half-yearly in advance. No wonder the “gtxxl old days are sighed after College life at this period was not so un eventful, as the Know-Nothing movement had gained impetus in Philadelphia. St. Augus tine's, the mother church, had been burned, and on more than one occasion the authorities were warned by friends that the same fate was to befall Villanova immediately. The property was well defended, however, and the Brothers did sentry duty on the grounds. During the troubled times, the younger students were not allowed to stay at college overnight, being brought nightly to Rose mont, where they remained at the house of a friend. Every morning they were marched back to the college for breakfast and class, feeling, perhaps, that they were being cheated of their share of the general excitement. But time passed, the move- ment spent its force, and once more the students breathed freely. During the summer of this same eventful year, a new chapel was constructed Owing to crowded conditions, the students were moved to this new edifice On week days, the main hall was used as a study r x m; desks were along the sides, with benches taking up the remainder of the space. On Sundays, these same benches were used by the parishioners. The college seemingly was firmly estab- lished, but all was not well. The expense of replacing St. Augustine's, and of carrying on law suits against the City of Philadelphia for damages suffered dur ing the riots, was considerable Rev. John P. O'Dwyer, who was in charge of Augustinian affairs in America at this time, deemed it advisable to close the col- lege temporarily. Accordingly, on February 20, 1845, he called the students to gether, and told them that the college was closed. They returned to their homes on the following day. So, after two years of a rather checkered existence, the infant institution closed its doors, not to reopen until the following year. Affairs soon improved, to such an extent that in the fall of 1846, the col- lege was reopened. A list of necessities showed that: “Each student should be pro vided with three suits for winter and three for summer; three pairs of shoes and one pair of strong boots; a cloak or overcoat; six towels, the same number of nap College Spires Austin Hall 84 kins and handkerchiefs and at least a half dozen of the different articles of dress which require a frequent washing .... The terms are $150 a year, with a discount of 10 per cent, for prepayment.” The first public commencement of Villanova College was held at the end of this year, July 21, 1847. In the early spring of 1848, a petition was presented to the State Legislature, praying that a charter he granted, and on March 10 of that year, the Governor, Francis R. Shunk, signed, “An Act to incorporate the Augustinian College of Villanova, in the County of Delaware, and State of Pennsylvania. This charter empowered the President and professors to grant degrees as they are granted in other colleges and universities.” About this time the trustees adopted a seal for the corporation, the device consisting of: Bible, cross, crozier, cincture, and heart pierced with an arrow. This device is substantially the same as that used on the college seal of today. Important, too, was the inauguration of an ecclesiastical course at Villa nova. Heretofore, scholastics of the Augustinian Order had been educated abroad. In February, 1849, was completed a new college building. It was intended only as a wing, as such a structure would suit requirements, and it was expected that the needs of the future would be cared for by a main building to be constructed later. Today, eighty years later, this building still stands, being the cast wing of Alumni Hall. Again the students moved to newer quarters, and now the chapel was given over altogether to church purposes. For the first time, upon the opening of the 1849 term, the curriculum was outlined. The prospectus for this term stated that the regular course of studies, requisite for graduation, comprised the Greek, Latin and English languages. History, Geography, Mathematics, Logic, Rhetoric, Poetry, Natural and Moral Philosophy and Chemistry. The modern languages could be taken up separately as desired. Every six months a bulletin was forwarded to parents and guardians, informing them of the health, progress, general conduct, etc., of their children or wards. College affairs proceeded smoothly, and without any occurrences of note, until 1855. On commencement day of that year, June 27, the degree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred on James F. Dooley and Henry C. Alexander. Thus for the first time the college exercised its power of granting degrees. Soon after this came a second crisis in the existence of the college. The missions of the order were de manding attention, and therefore the authorities concluded that their interests would be best served by temporarily closing the college, and devoting all their energies to the T I The College anil Monastery upbuilding of infant parishes. So on commencement day in 1857, the students were told of the decision and bidden farewell. Not for eight years was the college open to students. Meanwhile, the Fathers of the Order saw their missionary labors crowned with success. All of the missions which had been assigned to them were placed on a firm basis. Conditions again im- proved to such an extent that in September, 1865, the college was reopened with the same course of studies. The institution prospered greatly in the years following. In 1871 a water-supply system was erected to supply the college. Also in this year, catalogs of the college appeared for the first time. The destruction of the monas- tery by fire was narrowly averted about this time, when, after a four-hour battle, the flames were extinguished without heavy damage. A new college building had been the dream of every administration for some years past. Affairs now seemed propitious, and on April 1, 187?'. work was begun on a main building. The imposing structure, the Alumni Hall of today, was com- pleted within a year, and on February 3, 1874, the building was occupied by teachers and students. Another improvement came into being during this period—one that to present students would appear to be a vital need. A post-office was opened in the railroad station. Heretofore, a country store in Haverford was the nearest post- office. 1 ■ 86 With the imposing new college building constructed, it soon became evident that the one thing needed to complete the group of buildings was a new chapel. The authorities determined on an edifice which should be truly worthy of the great patron of the college. Four long years were spent in fashioning what is today acknowb edged to be an architectural triumph. On Sunday, July 3, 1887, the present Church of St. Thomas of Villanova was blessed and dedicated to the work of religion. The chapel is generally acknowledged to be the most beautiful of Villanova's impressive group. The church is Gothic in style, but departs from the European tradition in that the beauty is of line, rather than of detail. The first half'Century of Villanova's existence came to a close in 1892, and the golden jubilee was fittingly marked by a reunion of all those living, who had been connected with the college since its inception. In retrospect, the years had been long and weary, but the work of building the college had been slow, and careful, and patient. Villanova was an entity; solid and substantial. She was a glorious monument to those pioneers who had pinned their all on the future, those men who knew the secret of the Pyramids. But it is the Twentieth Century which has seen Villanova s most rapid ad' vancement. In 1901, the largest construction program ever undertaken by the col' lege was consummated with the dedication of the twin buildings. College Hall and Monastery. This step made Villanova the largest Catholic college in Pennsylvania, and placed her among the leading colleges of the East. The expansion, made possi' ble by the new buildings, permitted the establishment, in 1905, of the School of Technology, the first in any Eastern Catholic college. From 1905 onward, the college grew steadily, both in numbers and reputa' tion. The courses were constantly improved, new equipment obtained, and the Faculty enlarged. Aside from these changes, no outstanding event occurred until 1912. This year was memorable for three things. The first disastrous fire in the history of the college razed St. Rita's Hall, the original monastery. Undaunted, the college authorities straightway proceeded to rebuild; the graceful St. Rita's H ill of today being the result. At the same time, work was begun on Corr Hall Not the least important of the year was the inauguration of the Pre-Medical School, from which has evolved the present School of Science. The World War came, and with its coming, Villanova was transformed from a peaceful institution of higher education into a bustling military school, with em- bryo soldiers parading its usually quiet corridors, and the khaki of the United States Army replacing the conventional attire of the college student. But happily, the war ended, and once more Villanova returned to the placid existence of before. In 1920, Alumni Hall, then Tolentine Academy, was rehabilitated and dedicated to the Alumni. A year later, the School of Business Administration was added to the broad curriculum offered by the college. The latest addition to the magnificent group of buildings that is Villanova. is Austin Hall, completed in 1925. The east wing of the hall houses the college library, a collection of fifty thousand volumes. 87 ) ILLANOVA symbol of faith, culture and the arts, hold- ing unperturbed the heights of visioned ideals, surrounded by green fields and sylvan pathways which echo and re-echo with songs of birds in leafy coverlets m the long nights to come we will turn to these and say these arc memories. ETWEEN the banks of Memory and Vision there gleams the sparkle of the present. Soon the sparkle becomes enveloped and part of the receding past. To catch that glint and fix it in a tome like form, that the beauty of it may never be forgotten, is the aim of the 1927 Belle Air Herbert J. Madden President Alfred J. Panepinto VicePresident James J. Shea Secretary William P. Hurley T reasurer 92 Class History OUR short years ago the Class of '27 came to Villanova. The massive build- ings and the long stretches of the campus, on those first days of registration left us quite bewildered and awestricken. While still in this frame of mind we were initiated by the Sophomores into the Order of the Hobble Gobble. Without revealing any secrets to coming classes we may say that we were welcomed by the Sophomores in a manner befitting kings, but subsequent actions on the part of that class were not so consistent. After going through many contortions and many ordeals in the auditorium and upon the campus, we found ourselves marching on the road to Bryn Mawr. When we arrived there we likewise went through many peculiar antics that immensely amused the populace. The night's ceremonies finally came to a close and though some were reported missing, yet it was known that there were no casualties. Withal the class received a good name for the spirit in which it took the traditional initiation. Several days after our coronation, Mr. Walter Riordan, President of the Ath- letic Association, called a meeting of the Freshman Class for the purpose of electing class officers. The officers elected at the meeting were: George Walton. President Marshall Halphen. Vice-President Joseph Walton, Treasurer William Butler. Secretary The revolt of the Class of '27 will remain long in the memory of the present graduating class. Though due to overwhelming odds, the revolt failed, yet it showed the fighting spirit of the class and brought it strongly to the fore. From the first the Class of '27 showed that it had to be reckoned with; that it would be. in time, one of the greatest classes ever to attend Villanova College. The first social function of the class was long to be remembered for its spirit With the auditorium packed to capacity, the best talent in harmony, including musical selections, singing and a pie-eating contest, together with the athletic abilities of wrest- lers, boxers, and strong men, entertained us at our Freshman Smoker. The finest Freshman Dance ever held at Villanova was held by the Class of 27 i Alumni Hall on commencement night, and fitly climaxed a successful season for the Freshman Class of '27. Just prior to the consummation of our days as Freshmen a meeting was called by the Presiding President, George Walton, to elect officers for the fo lowing year, when we would be returning as Sophomores. It was considered expedient to elect those at the end of the Freshman year in order to enable them to commence their duties as soon as college opened for our Sophomore year, so that we could begin our activities • ■ Claw as Freshmen as Sophomores at the earliest possible moment. The officers elected to carry us sue ccssfully through the following year were: Andre Halphen, President Matthew Oberholzer, Vice-President Charles Marotte, Secretary Paul Taylor, Treasurer We returned in our Sophomore year, full of energy and with a keen desire to renew the friendships of our Freshman days and to acquire new ones. The “Hello habit engendered in us as Freshmen soon brought us into the acquaintanceship and friendship of upperclassmen and made our class one of the best liked on the campus. Under the Vigilance Committee, chairmanned by Marshall Halphen, the Freshmen were initiated into the Venerable Order of the Hobble Gobble. Strictly adhering to the letter and spirit of tradition, the coronation of the Freshmen took place in the Auditorium. After the various exercises concomitant upon the Freshman there began the March on Bryn Mawr. Needless to relate, the whole town turned out to see r-.'r. v 94 the spectacle and the blushing Freshmen had to march through the streets lined on every side by the laughing townsmen. Throughout the year reports came from every quarter of the work of '27 men. They engaged in every activity that Villanova could offer them. Varsity teams were strengthened by the participation of such men as Richard Moynihan, Marshall Hah phen, Henry Snyder, Richard Sullivan, and James Callaghan in football; in basketball by Joseph Sheehan. The track team was strengthened by the addition of Albert Brown, Augustus Baron, Henry Snyder, Richard Sullivan, Robert Bultman, Ralph Hegner, Eugene Donnelly, Frank McGirr, and Harry Burlington. The 27 men on the various college publications were Ralph Hegner, Augustus Baron, Alfred Pane- pinto, Clarence Dana, and Harry Burlington. The ranks of the famous Vision, Villanova's own Passion Play, were augmented by Ralph Hegner, J. Howard Brady, and Henry Snyder. Places in the College Band and College Orchestra were filled by Victor Digilio, Jerome Hurley, Wallace McLaughlin, Ralph Hegner, and Robert Bultman. In the Spring of the year the Sophomore Soiree was put over in a manner worthy of the best tradition. It was held according to custom in Alumni Hall, which be- decked out in colorful finery, echoed and re-echoed with the talk and laughter of Soph- omores. The success of this affair was due in the main to the committee, composed of John Vaughan, Chairman, Francis Byrne, John Driscoll, Howard Brady, Patrick Kirwan, John J. Byrne, and Harry Conner. The Soiree is the social function that buries the hatchet between the Freshman and Sophomore Classes. It is this event, moreover, that formally brings to a close our days as under-classmen. With the return to Villanova in the Fall of '25, our days as under classmen were things of the past. We had now become upper classmen. But best of all, with the passing years had come a deeper and stronger devotion to Vi lanova. Concomitant with our return and running throughout our Junior year there was evidenced a _ .Vj stronger interest in all class and college activities by members of the Junior Class. j The final returns of the Junior election brought out: Herbert J. Madden. President Joseph Sheehan. Vice-President James J. Shea. Secretary Stephen Callaghan. Treasurer Immediately following the installing of these men in office, the President Her- bert Madden, appointed a Ring Committee, consisting of Francis Loughran, Chair- man; William Donahue, and Frank McAneny. Due to the efficient and rapid work of this committee the rings were available in time to enable the wearing of them home for the holidays at Christmas time. Then came Junior Week. The Junior Class decided to put on their Junior Week under the slogan, Best-Yette. Two separate committees were appointed One had full charge of all the activities of Junior Week. The other committee sought to.fit y climax the activities of the week by a Junior Prom that would be a source of pride to the Juniors and a goal to be striven for by succeeding classes. —x . J.-V “T. . 95 ■ f Cjrt: wm The first committee was headed by Matthew Obcrholzer. Members of his com- mittee were Augustus Baron, Albert Brown, John Driscoll, Albert Harrahy, Ralph Hegner, William Hurley, Patrick Kirwan, Alfred Panepinto, Francis Yake, and Rich- ard Sullivan. The Prom Committee was headed by Joseph Gibbons. Assisting Chair- man Gibbons were: Francis Byrne, Warren Daly, George DuPaul, Paul McHenry, Thomas McManus, and James J. Shea. These two committees worked faithfully and diligently and before we were aware of it the glorious time had arrived. As it had been in the past, the week following the Easter vacation was designated as Junior Week. With full realization of our dignity as upper-classmen we attended the Sol- emn High Mass in the Chapel of St. Thomas. The same day, known as “Class Day, saw the dress parade of the whole college. The Class of '27 had from their Freshman year, emerged victorious as the best-dressed class on parade, so, too, this year were they awarded the prize. The tree was planted at the entrance to the College and marking it was a marble slab commemorating the event. The same day the Class of '11 won the inter-class track meet. The stars of the meet were Gryczcnski, Cummings, Brown, and Sullivan. The following night the Kap and Kane Karnival was held in the gymnasium. This dance (an innovation in the line of dances held on the campus), proved a huge success. The following night the Smoker tendered by the Senior Class saw many present. Thursday of Junior Week the young ladies of Rosemont and Villa Maria Colleges were the guests of the Junior Class at the baseball game between Providence College and Villanova. Following the game the Tea Dance was held. If Junior Week had only one event and this event were the Tea Dance, Junior Week would have been voted a success. Friday afternoon of the same week saw a football game staged between the two Villanova Varsity teams. The game was replete with thrills, with long sweeping runs, forward passes, line bucks, and kicks. The game ended in a tie, neither side having any perceptible advantage. Friday night likewise saw the staging of the Prom, which traditionally closes Junior Week. To fill our cup to the overflowing, the Prom was a glorious termina- tion to a week of laurels and unqualified pleasure. It was the supreme occasion of our Junior year. The Prom was held in the main ball room of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. It was evident from an early hour that the Prom would fitly close a week so successful to the Class of '11. The remainder of the year was a furious whirl of activity. The Belle Air editor and business manager were nominated. With that closed a successful year. Late in our Junior year the officers for the following year were elected. This election was the closest and most exciting election ever held by the class; especially close was that of the Presidency. James J. Shea and Herbert J. Madden ran a neck- to-neck race, which was only decided by the last vote opened. The officers elected to carry us through our last year were as follows: Herbert J. Madden. President Alfred J. Panepinto, Vice-President William P. Hurley, Treasurer James J. Shea, Secretary 97 With the return to classes in the following Fall, the title of “Senior” fell upon our shoulders. We had thought that, as one by one the years of college life passed, the novelty and enthusiasm with which we entered Villanova would wear off, but such was not the case. On the contrary, they grew and developed into such propor- tions as to reflect honor and credit upon both the College and the class. The glorious list of achievements which our class leaves behind it will attest to our worth and of our love for Alma Mater. The roll of the Undergraduate Council numbered among its members the follow- ing Seniors: Herbert J. Madden, Chairman; Richard M. Sullivan, Ralph G. Heg- ner, Victor A. Digilio, Matthew R. Oberholzer, Albert J. Brown, Alfred Panepinto and Andrew J. Sloan. In the field of athletics the first in order of time was football. The past year the team has made such a name for itself that the manager of next year's team is having great difficulty in arranging a schedule. The Senior members of this crack team are Captain Richard Moynihan, Henry W. Snyder, James J. Callaghan, Mar- shall J. Halphen, and Frank McGirr. W. J. Hogan managed the team. The second sport to engage our attention was basketball. The outstanding player of the year and the man who starred in every game was none other than Captain F. Joseph Sheehan. With the advent of the mild weather, the track team and baseball teams got into action. The Senior Class was represented on the track by Captain Ignatius J. Gryc- zenski, Henry W. Snyder, Richard M. Sullivan, Robert B. Bultman, Albert W. Brown, and Frank C. McGirr. William P. Hurley proved a capable manager. The Senior members engaged in the American sport of baseball were Captain Richard A. Moynihan and F. Joseph Sheehan. Boxing was revived again at Villanova after a lapse of several years. Henry “Ad Snyder was instrumental in putting this sport again on a solid basis. Captain H. Joseph Burlington won the Middle Atlantic Championship at the Penn Athletic Club. In the literary field the first in point of honor and in popularity is the Villanovan. It has been enlarged in every conceivable way. Much of the credit is due to the work of Ralph G. Hegncr, Editor; Augustus A. Baron, Business Manager; Warren G. Daley, Frank C. Palacio, Alfred J. Panepinto, Robert B. Bultman, Patrick Kirwan, Charles R. Dever, Albert W. Brown, John R. Cunningham, James J. Dever, and Andrew J. Sloan. The next in point of honor is the Belle Air. The staff of the Senior publica- tion includes Alfred J. Panepinto, Editor; Matthew R. Oberholzer, Business Man- ager; Wallace McLaughlin, John R. Cunningham, John J. Nawn, Joseph J. Corcoran, H. Joseph Burlington, John J. Byrne, Joseph M. McHenry, James J. Shea, William P. Hurley, Francis P. McAneny, J. Francis Yake, Richard M. Sullivan, Jerome Hur- ley, Andrew J. Sloan, W. J. Long, R. G. Hegner, and Anthony Colantuono. The Owl, published by the Engineering Fraternity, numbers on its staff such names as Joseph F. Hughes, Charles F. Dailey, Alfred J. Panepinto, Jerome Hurley, William J. Long, and Donald J. Bradley. Dramatics at Villanova has been raised in the past year to a higher plane. To the stellar work of J. Howard Brady, Ralph G. Hegner, Kenneth P. O Toole, Henry W. Snyder, and Francis P. Cusumano, is due the success of the religious plays Des- tiny” and “Vision.” These same men performing in the play “If Only, carried off the inter-collegiate championship. Besides these the Dual Mask Players this year added to their repertoire the musical comedy, “Every Freshman.” The leading lights were Wilbert J. Smith, and Howard Brady. The musical hits of the show were chorused by K. P. O'Toole, G. Aschenbrenncr, I. J. Gryczenski, and F. Jenkins. H. J Madden was manager; R. M. Sullivan, M. Halphen, F. Palacio, J. J. Byrne, A. J. Panepinto and W. Daley assisting. The rise and development of the musical organizations—the Band, Symphony Orchestra, The Villanovans—is due to a great extent to the enthusiasm and work of V. A. Digilio. These organizations likewise claimed R. G. Hegner, J. Hurley, W. Smith. I. j. Gryczenski, J. J. Byrne, K. P. O'Toole, J. J. Dever, C. Devcr, C. Seaver, R. Bultman. I. F. Yake. The presidents of the various clubs are; J. J. Byrne, James J. Shea, P. P. Perri, Joseph Freney, Joseph Hughes, Marshall P. Halphen, John R. Cun- ningham, Cletus A. Seaver, Augustus A. Baron and Andrew J. Sloan. The presidents of the fraternities are: William P. Hurley, Albert J. Brown and J. F. Yake. About mid-years it was decided by the President of the College, Rev. Father Griffin, to create a Senior Board of Discipline to take complete charge of disciplinary affairs. Election to the Board resulted in the following being chosen: R. M. Sulli- van, who later became chairman; J. R. Cunningham, H. J. Madden and A. J. Slain. Moreover, each Senior contributed his share to the success of this undertaking by acting as prefect, both in the dining r x)m and in the buildings. The Board has been so successful that the plan will be permanently retained. The Senior social life included the Thanksgiving Hop, the Belle Air Frolic, a Smoker tendered to the Junior Class during Junior Week, and the Belle Air Ball. The committee of the first was composed of J. J. Byrne, Chairman; J. H. Brady, C. A Dana, W. P. Hurly, T. J. McManus, J. F. Yake and A. J. Sloan. The Smoker was chairmaned by J. R. Cunningham, J. Gallen and A. Baron. The Belle Air Frolic Committee included all the members of the Belle Air staff, who were directed by the Business Manager, Matthew Oberholzer, to whom great credit is due. The Belle Air Ball, held in the main ball room of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, was the last great social function of the retiring class. The energetic committee which contributed to the wonderful success of this, our last affair, was composed of AU rt Brown, Chairman; Joseph McHenry, Peter P. Perri, Patrick Kirwan, Marshall Halphen. Richard M. Sullivan, James Shea, Wallace Quin and Wallace McLaughlin. All is written except the graduation day exercises and these are at hand. The a t line is completed, we now place the book upon the shelf, leaving it for others to i! gC u °W aS WC CaVC our Mater rich in thought and in associations, we ojx that these will descend the years with us and make us ever mindful of our debt to Villanova, the home of ideals and good fellowship. - 100 rr- But even a strict adherence to the elements and principles of good scholarship did not prevent him from taking part in many of the extra-curricular and social activities. He was among those who gave their time and labor to make “Every Freshman a success. He is an ardent and skillful tennis player and a devoted follower of all the school sports. We now return to Reading :ts foremost citizen. Epsilon Pi Theta (1, 2, 3, 4). Knights of Columbus. Glee Club (4). Latin Medalist. •'fiulch . Atch GEORGE H. ASCHENBRENNER 1130 Green St., Reading, Pa. Reading High School Bachelor of Arts HE fact is well known that George is an indigene of that famous town noted for its excellent pretzels. And anyone who comes from Reading, it is believed, is very skilful in the fine art of twisting dough. It was rather disappointing when we found out that George lacked that ability. But he exhibited greater powers in the reverse direction. He is now known for his extraordinary ability at untwisting long and involved sentences of Classical Latin authors. His skill in that line merited great praise two years ago, and he is now considered as a good candidate for the Translation Staff of Noble and Noble Company. Almost unexcelled in Latin, he has also shown great ability in the translation of difficult French authors. First place, also, was conceded him in German; this acknowledgement has especially been made by the editor of The Villanovan. Lan- guages are apparently very difficult subjects for George. It seems as though he were endeavoring to emulate Fr. Eberhard or the late Dr. Scheaffer. It is believed that he intends to learn, in the near future, Sanskrit, Chinese, Gaelic and Yiddish. 101 ARTHUR PETER BALLETTI 46 Grand St., Greenwich Village, T. City DeWitt Clinton High School B. S. in Biology Lambda Kappa Delta (3, 4). Vi I Ionova Italian Club (3, 4) Banquet Committee, (A). Inter-Dorm. Baseball (3). K r. City Club (3, 4). Artie' 102 'i. J'Jew Jersey Club (3. 4); President (4). Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2, 3, 4). Knights of Columbus. Trustee (2); Financial Secretary (3): Grand Knight (4). Villanovan Staff (2. 3. 4); Busiytess Manager (4). Belle Air Business Staff. Assistam (4). Track (2). Dramatics (I). Junior Week Committee (3). Chairman. Villanovan Christmas Tree Committee (4). Senior Junior Smoker Committee (4). Belle Air Frolic (4). Chairman. Comtnencement Committee (4). Class Historian. AUGUSTUS A. BARON, Jr. 147 Highland Cross. Rutherford. N- J- Rutherford High School B. S. in Economics i US spent his four years at Villanova working for Villanova. His work was two-fold. As a student he leaves be- hind him a most enviable record, having never failed in a subject. Ordinarily, in order to keep up such a fine scholastic standing, it takes so much time that the social and other activities are neglected. But in his case this was not so. Gus was an ardent supporter of every movement for the benefit of Villanova, and at all times lent a whole-hearted support. As Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus he was a hard and sincere worker and his efforts were not without success. For two years he so busied himself as an assistant in the Business Administration Office as to gain the title of “Second Assistant Dean. He was a walking record book and always carried good and hid news for all. Prob- ably his greatest work was centered around The Villanovan. As a member of its business staff since his Sophomore year, he rose in his Senior year to Business Man- ager. Under his managership the magazine increased considerably in size and qual- ity. It was largely through his efforts that The Villanovan staff was enabled to publish the best magazine in its history. Aside from all this, Gus has taken an active part in Villanova society. No social function was complete without him. As President of the New Jersey Club, he was instrumental in arranging the First Annual Ball of that club, held at Newark. Gus leaves the portals of Villanova carrying with him all the benefits of college and leaving behind a splendid record. 103 ARTHUR J. BLANCHE 239 Spring Mill Ave., Conshohoc en, Pa. Villanova Preparatory School B. S. in Day Students’ Club (2. 3, 4). Phi Kappa Pi (1, 2, 3. 4). A. i. E. E. (4). A. I. E. E. Baseball (2). Chairman. Phi Kappa Pi Initiation Committee (4) 104 DONALD J. BRADLEY Connellsvillc, Pa. Dioibar Township High School B. S. in M. E. 'O BELIEVE your own thoughts, to believe that what is true for you in your private heart is true for all men; that is genius. This is typical of Donald, for he maintains that a man should learn to detect and watch that gleam of light which flashes across his mind from within, more than the lustre of bards and sages. He cumbers himself never about consequences. All in all, Donald acts as a fountain of thought and not talk. “Don dwells in Connellsville, a fact which no doubt causes Connellsvillc more pride than it does him. Quiet and reserved, with a serenely pleasant manner, it was some time before we fully appreciated Donald's personality. A friend in need is a friend indeed, and they knew where to find him. and this advice of this sage engineer would have made Solomon jealous. And he thinks up things that really work out, for he is more of a practical man than a theorist. With his good nature and generosity we feel sure that nothing but success awaits him. Villanova, through him, will not only give to this world a great engineer, if we may judge by his success while within her portals, but also a man of sterling qualities. Farewell, “Don ! May success crown all your undertakings. Western Pennsylvania Club (4). Phi Kappa Pi (1, 2, 3, 4). A. S. M. E. (4). Inter'Fraternity Basketball (I, 2, 3). A. S. M. E. Baseball (4). Owl Staff'Associate Editor. Owl Hop Committee (4). DonJ’ -Sick' — 105 JOSEPH HOWARD BRADY 5122 Chester Ave.. Philadelphia. Pa. His standards have been Duty, Honor, and College. To him a college office has been a college trust; honor has always been the essential note of his under takings and the College came before personal interests. With each succeeding year his friendship has extended to greater numbers and has become riper. He leaves us, but as classmates we shall always remember his scholastic, forensic, and thcspian records; the fire of his complexion and the fire of his debate. His words of wisdom from floor, stage and class shall echo through the years to come. If his four years' stay at Villanova is a criterion of his success in future years, we may rest assured that “Red will attain that pinnacle of success which is the goal of all. Good luck, “Red.” Dual Mas Club (4); President (4). Day Students’ Club (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (1, 2. 3. 4); Secretary (4). Studem Council (4). Head Cheer Leader, “V” (1, 2, 3, 4). Dramatics (I, 2, 3. 4). Vision (I, 2, 2, 4). Freshman Smoker (I). Sophomore Soiree Committee (2). Thanksgiving Dance Committee (4). Belle Air Frolic Committee (4). Day Students Club, Rules Committee (4). Belle Air Business Staff (4). ■ •Rc r St. Joseph's High School, Moss. Bachelor of Arts k OSSESSED with the oratorical ability of a Cicero, the art of a Barrymore, and the leadership of a Caesar, “Red came to us four years ago. His forensic ability equals that of any past or present upon our campus. His stentorian voice has at times aroused to arms an indignant political body, and at others soothed and orientated an enraged organization, bringing order out of chaos. His fame upon the stage is far and wide; much of the success attained by “Vision” during the last four years might well be attributed to the remarkable ability and untiring efforts of “Red.” Audiences sat in silence, while with voice and expression he brought them back to far off days and taught them lessons of truth. 106 JOSEPH E. BRENNAN 12 Seventh Ave., Carbondale. Pa Carbondale High School B. S. i: Wilkes-Barre Club. Vice-President (1,5,4) Lambda Kappa Delta (1, 3, 4). Junior-Senior Smo er Committee (4). Pre-Med. Dayice Committee (I). Wilkes-Barre Dance Committee (3. 4). Publicity Committee (4). Pre-Med. Belle Air Committee (4). Tickle' 107 ALBERT W. BROWN With a gift of oratorical expression, Al” has a charming way all his own of pointing out the historical shrines and places of interest to visitors to Philadelphia. That his talent is not confined to vocal expression is evidenced by the many breezy and chatty sports articles he has written as a member of the Publicity Department. In the realm of sport, he performs as well as he writes. As a member of the Varsity basketball team for one season and as a performer on the cinder path for three seasons, our future M. D. carved his name in the annals of Villanovas’ athletic history. West Catholic Club (I, 2, 2, 4). Secretary (2). Vice-President (2). Day Student Club (2, 3. 4). Varsity Club (2). Lambda Kappa Delta (I. 2, 3, 4): Vice-President (2); President (2, 4). Student Council (2, 4). Publicity Staff (2). Knights of Columbus. Villanovan (2). TracJ( “V (2, 3. 4). Inter-Prat. Football (I. 2). Varsity Basketball (I). Intcr-Frat. Basketball (2). Pre-Med. Dance Committee (2). Chairman. Student Council Dance (2). Junior Week Committee. Chairmen. Belle Air Ball Committee. Chairman. D. S. Housing Committee. Al” SI Penn Boulevard, Lansdowne, Pa. West Catholic High School B. S. in Biology |EHOLD our distinguished surgeon and alienist! It is Al's” intention to continue his studies at one of the leading medical schools of the country when he is graduated from Villanova. We feel confident that success will attend him there, as he has an inquiring, scientific mind, combined with a love of work. Hard work holds no terrors for Al.” We arc ready to wager that he holds the record on the campus for holding down” more jobs per day than any other student. It may, or may not, be true that Thomas A. Edison sleeps but four hours a day. At any rate his record does not stand. For more than a year Al slept less than three hours a day. In addition to eclipsing Edison's record, Al” has entered into competition with Barnum as proprietor of Villanova's menagerie of white rats and mice. These docile rodents were the subjects of scientific experimentation in connection with Doctor” Brown's thesis. 108 ROBERT B. BULTMAN 309 Main St., Sumter, S. C. Sumter High School B. S. in Biology 'HE Sunny South was kind to Villanova. She loaned her “Bob Bultman. Because of a quiet and unassuming manner, ‘Bob's sterling character was kept from his class mates during his first year among us. But soon his charming personality and likeable ways brought him the friendship of all who knew him. He won a place in the heart of everyone with whom he came into personal contact. In his scholastic work, he showed a determina tion that lifted him high above the average student. The many long hours spent in the laboratories experimenting, not only made him an excellent student, but also made his very fine thesis possible. The four years spent at Villanova preparing for the study of Medicine were put to the best advantage and “Bob will go to the Medical School well equipped. After putting away the microscopes “Bob turned his attention to college activities with such zest as to make him a leader. He was one of the mainstays of the Lambda Kappa Delta Fraternity and was also in the first rank of its social list. Bob served on most of the Frat’s committees and was always active in any of its other functions. On the football field “Bob” captained the Pre Medical team for two years and under his guidance the team was among the best on the campus. The famous Bultman Goosc pIay will always be remembered by the members of the Frat football team and even more so by the opponents. Villanova feels proud to be able to send forth this accomplished gentlemen and scholar as a repre sentative of her Pre-Medical School. Lambda Kappa Delta (I, 2, 3. 4); Vice-President (2). Pre-Med. Football Team, Captain (1,2, 3). Trac Team ( 3). biter-Hall Football (2). Band (I, 2, 3. 4). Orchestra (2, 3). Pre Med. Dance Committee (2. 3). Chairman, Pre Med. Banquet Committee. Hitlt, ‘-.SdNibo 109 Hew Jersey Club (I, 2, 3. 4). Varsity Club (4). Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2, 3. 4). Trac . V (2. 3, 4). Boxing, Captain (4). Football (1, 3). Hew'Dorm. Football (2). Hew Jersey Club Dance Committee (4). Vigilance Committee (2). Villanovan (2, 3, 4). Publicity Committee (3. 4). Vision Publicity Committee (2). Belle Air Editorial Staff (4). Business Basketball Team, Manager (4). Light'heavyweight Champion. Penn A. C. Tournament (4). ••■lor,” •■Burly” HARRY J. BURLINGTON, Jr. Montvale, Heu Jersey Parl{ Ridge High School B. S. in Economics 'O attempt to portray in mere words a visualization of “Joe and his many and __ numerous deeds while at Villanova would not be within the scope of the proverbial pen's might.” Besides, our space is rather limited. Quiet, unassuming, and possessing a most contagious smile, he may well be placed as a criterion of what a college man should be. As a boxer of great ability, he captured the first prize in the light heavyweight division of the Penn A. C. Tournament in 1927. As a student he excels and displays his talent with the pen in the clever and skillful manner in which he covers the position of Sporting Editor of the Villatiovan. The scarcity of squirrels and rabbits in the surrounding country is a mute testimony of “Joe's” prowess with a gun, and as nimrod he acknowledges no peer, unless it is “Kas.” On the track, too, “Joe” has shown considerable athletic ability and has been fitly rewarded by the award of the Varsity “V.” Coach Meredith's men always have relied on “Joe” to bring additional points to the scorekeeper whenever meets were at hand. As “Joe” passes, we realize again, as we have before, that a true Villanovan is leaving us. His spirit, however, remains and passes on to be the criterion for underclassmen for years to come. 110 FRANCIS E. BYRNE 472 Thomas St., Phillipsburg, N- • St. Philips and St. James High School Bachelor of Arts HE gentleman portrayed above hasn't missed a thing but a few classes since he first graced Villanova's fair campus four years ago. How our teams, our social affairs, and the Bryn Mawr movies will get along after he leaves is a mystery. For “Red” is always present, and usually makes his presence known. Hailing from way up in Jersey, “Red dropped in on us and proceeded to attack the classics in a manner that would make the old masters sit up and take notice. How- ever, he did not stop at the classics, but managed to give our scientific department a treat and delved deep into biology and chemistry. “Red’s jovial character keeps us all guessing, and it was not until we knew the secret of his “sparkling brown eyes that we were able to prepare for his onslaughts of wit. His ability to imitate the noises of fowl was a thorn in the side of disciplinarians for a long time, and to find one’s belongings in the hall had the same significance as a calling card. “Red seeks to delve into the field of dentistry, and that profession will indeed be honored by his presence, for he is a student of rare ability and perseverance, a man of high character and a true friend to hundreds at Villanova who are proud to call him such. The school that receives “Red may well be proud of him, and he leaves Villanova with the good wishes of every man he has met. }{ew Jersey Club (I, 2, 3, 4). Epsilon Phi Theta (1, 2, 3, 4). IyiterHall Football (I, 2, 4). Sophomore Soiree Coynmittee. Junior Prom Committee. Belle Air Busiyiess Staff. Ill JOHN J. BYRNE 1407 29th St., Philadelphia, Pa. Roman Catholic High School B. S. in Biology EHIND a serious, scholarly face and a dignified manner, both of speech and of actions, there lurks a laughing mind, a happy heart, and a carefree manner and philosophy, which we hope “Pat” will always possess. Nothing perturbs the little corporal, nothing can disturb this little, serious-faced indi' vidual. Nothing—quizzes, least of all. The field of medicine will soon receive “Pat.” We hope that it will see behind the mask and come to enjoy him as thoroughly as did his classmates. Day Students’ Club (2, 3. 4); President (4). R.C. H. S. Club (I. 2. 3. 4). Lambda Kappa Delta Cl, 2, 3, 4). Belle Air Editorial Stajf. Pre'Med. Football (I, 2). Every Freshman Publicity Committee. Band (3, 4). Sophomore Soiree Committee. Vigilance Committee. Pre-Med. Dance Committee (2, 3); Chairman (4). Day Students' Dance Committee (3). Chairman, Thanksgiving Hop Committee (4). Chairman, Pre-Med. Belle Air Committee (4). •Pat’ His calm manner takes you immediately in and has a great effect on the Day Students’ Club, of which he is President. It is said that you cannot get blood out of a stone, but there are members of the Day Students' Club that believe “Pat” can do that impossible feat. He has collected more in this one year as President than any of his predecessors. It must be added, that together with the reasons that he gives why you should give money for this or that affair, he hands out a little black cigar before the meeting—to himself. To emphasize his arguments he punctuates the same by smoke from said cigar. We have purposely avoided giving you his achievements, because the writing of them would be but the writing of facts, cold facts, and a picture, brief though it must be, of “Pat,” must tear off the mask of seriousness and show him for what he is, a happy-go-lucky, carefree chap. 112 THOMAS S. CAHILL 366 Andover St., Lowell, Mass. Villanova Preparatory School B. S. in Economics UR earliest remembrance of “Tom brings forth a rather plump young man, with a serious countenance that belies his jovial disposition. Coming fresh from the quaint New England city of Lowell, he departs after his four years' sojourn a sophisticated, blase young man. The nonchalant manner which he assumes toward trivial matters shows he is destined for great things. “Tom has cultivated a gift for drollery that is both refreshing and amusing. The old adage that “play and study do not mix has been proven wrong by “Tom, who frequently leads his classes. Tom is large of body, and he has a heart just as large; always ready to lend a helping hand, in which his pleasing personality is ever present. By reason of these traits he has a host of friends. During our Senior year we found “Tom visiting Bryn Mawr with startling regularity. There is a rumor in certain circles that there is a woman in the case. However, he plays a rather “cozy game on this subject, so that he has not given us anything upon which we can convict him. We must stifle our curiosity and wait to see what the future will bring. A gentleman, sportsman, and scholar sums up our estimation of “Tom. We feel certain in after life he will be prolific in his achievements and will constantly uphold the honor and integrity of his class. He is an embodiment of all that we hold dear at Villanova. Inter'Hall Football (2, 2). Football, Junior Varsity (2). I ? “Tom T- 113 Delui Pi Epsilon (I. 2.1.4). Freshman Football (1). Asst. Coach, T ewDorm. Football (2). Junior Varsity Football f3). Every Freshman (4). Band (I. 2). Vigilance Committee, Chairman. Treasurer of Class (3). -car STEPHEN A. CALLAGHAN 1330 Sixteenth St., Altoona, Pa. B. S. in Economics OTEVE came to us from Altoona, the mountain city of Pennsylvania. While he has been among us he has never been known to appear in public without his smile. He even smiles in his sleep, as we have had many occasions to know. It is one of those smiles that lights up the whole face and makes the world seem like a pretty good place after all. Some cynic said, “Trust your friends with everything but your money,” but the Class of 1927 has one reason, at least, to question that statement. “Steve,” you see, was class treasurer in our Junior year and upon him fell the burden of getting money from those whose motto seems to be, “They shall not collect.” “Steve” was particularly fitted for this position because of his experience in collecting fares for the Altoona-Holidaysburg car line. He was dissatisfied because we had no register on which to ring up the dues. During his first two years “Cal” was a member of the Varsity football squad and it was not because of a lack of endeavor that he was not a “regular.” Aside from his social and athletic accomplishments “Steve” was a student of more than average ability. He was a member of Prof. Schaefer's select set of Senior Accountants and took part in all arguments on points of theory or practice that that body so often engaged in. In parting we hope that “Steve” will find great success and happiness in life. 114 Italian Club (2 , 4). Day Students' Club 12, 3. 4). Italian Club Dance Committee (4). Day Students' Club Dance Committee (4). Knights of Columbus Belle Air Editorial Staff (4). 1429 Jackson St., Philadelphia, Pa. Villanova Preparatory School B. S. in Economics Vy ONY is one of the “Old Guard. He is a graduate of Villanova Prep, and is a mine of information about the history and traditions of Villanova. With but few exceptions, he knows more about the athletic and other achievements of our Alumni than any other student on the campus. ‘Tony” has “day-hopped” for so many years and has bought so many commutation tickets that his friends are considering asking that a certificate of part-ownership in the P. W. be awarded to him. He has been the benefactor of the Senior Business men in at least one way. It has been his custom to provide his classmates with a copy of the Inquirer each morning and has seldom failed in the performance of this self-appointed duty. But when “Tony” appears on the campus with more than one paper, it is a sign that election day is at hand. These papers are for the purpose of “checking-up” on his ward, for it is known that politics is a hobby of his. “Tony” was one of the organizers and charter members of the Italian Club, and stands high in the inner circles of that organization. During the four years we have known him, “Tony” has been admired for one ability, at least. This was his knack of being able to slide into the classroom at the latest possible moment and yet not be counted as “late.” He has competitors in this line, but few could quite equal his technique. We will miss “Tony's” good-natured manner, and bid good-bye to him, a conscientious student and a man of sterling character. ANTHONY C. COLANTUONO Tum V 115 JOSEPH N. CORCORAN 1803 Master St., Philadelphia, Pa. Brown Preparatory School B. S. in Economics )0 PRONOUNCED are the following traits that just a few glances at the accompanying photograph will reveal to even the ordinary observer of character as revealed in the features, the indomitable deter mination and steadfast industriousness of their owner. A more facetious observer would, per- haps, make some comparisons with Adonis, but the latter had nothing on “Joe if we exclude the fact that Adonis was considered as an extra- ordinary specimen of male pulchritude. But to continue the comparison, a more striking and more elevating difference between the two is that Joseph is endowed with a passionate zeal for learning; a zeal fostered in his Prep School days and accentuated, perhaps, by the experience received in his two years in the business world. This thirst for learning became even greater as he proceeded in the college course. The will to win, when coupled with this unquenchable zeal and practical application of the maxim of a famous Latin educator “cotidie exercitatio et labor,” will carry one very high in any honest field of endeavor. So we need have no fear in predicting a grand and glorious success to Joseph in the field he has chosen to enter. Corcoran's practical experience in business matters has been well made use of by the Business Manager of the Belle Air, and his efforts as a member of that staff well merit the appreciation and thanks of the class. Socially, Joseph has made great strides in the past few years; success is impossible, he believes, without the confidence instilled by social gatherings. Assistant Dean, School of Business Administration n. 2. 3. A). Day Students' Club (2, 3, A). Delta Pi Epsilon (1, 2, 3. A). Belle Axr Frolic (A). Belle Air Staff (A) Advertising Manager. “Joe HuxinCMH,” “7 he Dean” m 116 ROC CO J. COSTANZO 935 S. T inth St., Philadelphia, Pa. Roman Catholic High School Bachelor of Arts 'HERE is a great deal that can he said about the associative powers of the mind, but we all admit it to be a fact of experience that, at times, when we see one thing we immediately think of another. Our associate powers are evi- dently at work when we chance to meet Rocco, for we immediately think of his corpulent friend, Perri. Of course, during school hours the association is external; something objective. This combination rather reminds us of Damon and Pythias and many other famous duets. It is difficult to give an appreciation of Rocco without taking Peter into consideration. They have been associated with one another in high school, through College, and both may attend Law School together. And judging from outward appearances it might be safe to say that Rocco supplied the brains and “Pete the brawn of this combination. But apart from this excellent manifestation of Platonic friendship, Rocco has, in his own inimitable way, made many friends with both the students and the professors during the four years that he has been here. Popularity is a good thing and we do not feel that it has injured him in any way, but, on the contrary, has helped him. Oratory and dialectics are Rocco's favorite sub- jects. The Arts students well know his oratorical ability and his powers as a clear thinker and subtle logician. Rocco has been one of the mam factors in the success of the Villanova Italian Club. His list of achievements manifests his loyalty. Italian Club (3, 4); Secretary and Treasurer (3, 4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2, 3, 4). Italian Club Smoker Committee Chairman (4). Italian Club Dance Committee (4). JOHN R. CUNNINGHAM 12 E. T orth St., Wildes Barre. Pa. Wilkes-Barre High School Bachelor of Arts ‘“'I OHN is one who belies his appellation, V “coal dusty.” His native town is WilkesBarre, hence the nickname. But what is in a name, anyway? John's Grecian forehead, decked with an undeveloped pompa' dour, is an ever popular item in Villanova. As a friend, no one can better deserve the name, hence John's popularity ever since his arrival. In the midst of a furious barrage of questions he still retains his serenity, thanks to his mild and winning disposition. His disposition is the essence of his popularity. John is a model character, a model student, and a model Villanovan. As a character he is as upright as his physique; as a student he is the essence of wisdom and intellectual penetration; as a Villanovan he is interested from the alpha to the omega in all that pertains to each and every individual. But though Nature moulded John’s physique after the fashion of an Adonis, yet he is far from fulfilling her purpose, for in public and private life John—as far as we can ascertain—is a misogynist. While a stage director of social affairs, yet at the actual moment his ever welcome presence is made conspicuous by its absence. But his lack of social initiative is all spared, and finds an outlet in the classroom. Incessant study and class preparation make up John's forte. Villanova suffers a loss by its loss of John. A good friend is ever missed. But there is no loss without its compensation. Our compensation is in being able to wish John the best of good luck, a successful career, and a long and happy life. He is our “ad Astra Redux” here; let us hope his leadership will be constant in his new field. Wilkes-Barre Club (I, 2, 3, 4); President (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2. 3. 4). Villanovan Alumni Editor (2, 4). Knights of Columbus. Secretary (4). Chairman. Senior-Junior Smoker Committee (4). 118 FRANCIS CUSUMANO 545 Arch St., Morristown, Pa. Morristown High School Bachelor of Arts )US has been with us hut two years. In that short space of time he has made many friends. The secret of this success has been his ever-ready smile and good nature. No truer exponent of social life could be found around the College than “Kus. Since he came to Villanova he has kept his class in touch with the latest plays of Philadelphia, New York and London. He has memorized the best jokes and puns of these plays. With an extensive repertoire of these, he comes sailing down on a victim with the question: “Did you see ‘Craigs Wile? No? My gracious, you should have seen that play. There's a part in it—etc., etc. His pastime and greatest hobby though is dancing. Not since Bacchus lead the Nymphs in the dance around Mt. Ida has such an advocate of this art been born. When not talking of plays or cracking jokes, he is discussing dancing. From this we gather that he dances almost every night with a few afternoons thrown in to make up for the nights he has missed. It must be confessed, however, that he has one fault. To an otherwise immacu- late appearance, he adds the brilliant color of a gypsy in the form of loud ties. It was thought that the Faculty would take some action on this, but he seems to have laughed off opposition of both Faculty and student body. This same sociability and cheerful- ness, we feel sure, will make him a popular lawyer and a man-about-town. Italian Club (3, 4). Day Students' Club (3, 4). Epsilon Phi Theta (3, 4). Vision Publicity Committee (3, 4). Every Freshman Publicity Committee (4). •a■� .« 119 Duc to his efforts as Chairman of the Dance Committee, the 1926 “Owl Hop was pronounced an “owling success, socially and financially. He has shown his athletic ability to be of no small value as a member of an IntcrFraternity League Championship team. “Charlie has several hobbies. One much in evidence and best known to most of us is his “New Hook'Up for Transformers in the Dynamo Laboratory. This recent discovery permits us to predict that a second Steinmetz is in the offing. He has an enviable record of never being tardy in performing duty. As a “Sheik of the Senior Engineers he has made many a “Sweet Young Thing's heart flutter in the surrounding country, particularly in the direc tion of Wilkes-Barre. His genial disposition and marked ability can not fail to bring renown, both to himself and Alma Mater as well. Phi Kappa Pi (I, 2, 3, 4). A. I. E. E. Knights of Columbus. InterFrat. Basketball (2, 3, 4). Chairman. Ou l Hop Committee. Phi Kappa Pi Banquet Committee (I, 4). Ou� l Stafl. “Charlie' CHARLES F. DAILEY 414 Boas St., Harrisburg, Pa. Harrisburg Catholic High School B. S. in E. E. IS not very often that Harrisburg contributes to our student body a man of “Charlie's calibre — reliable, hard' working, and unassuming, which conveys to only a fair degree the character of this hand- some representative of our Capital City. He has proven himself a capable and energetic fellow not only in the classroom, but in social and athletic activities as well. C harlic is the proud possessor of the coveted Mathematical Medal, which alone proves his worth as a student. WARREN G. DALEY S3 % 102 Hinth St., Troy, K T. B. S. in Economics |E PRESENT for your approval the class optimist. Warren has always been a ready mart for a story that promised dire consequences to anyone, especially himself. As a matter of fact, Warren is never happier than when he is worried. This statement, although paradoxical, will be vouched for by any of his companions. Pessimism with him, however, has been more in the nature of a virtue than a failing; for it caused him to be more conscientious in his studies than most of his classmates. It was in the classroom that Warren was at his best and it will be surprising, indeed, when commencement day rolls around, if his name is not close to the top of the list. In order that the impression be not given that Warren is a hook-worm, we wish to state emphatically that there are other fields in which he excels. In athletics his talents included basketball and baseball. He was a member of the Delta Pi Epsilon basketball team that won the championship of the Inter-Fraternity League in the season of 1925-26. Injuries restrained him from playing during the season just past, and, needless to say, his long shots were missed. At this point it may be well to retract the statement that Warren was at his best when in the classroom. When he donned his derby and “coon coat’ we knew that another “kill- ing was due and that Warren was “stepping out.” So long, Warren, the best of luck and happiness to you. Troy Club (2, 2). Dual Mask Club (4). Delta Pi Epsilon fl, 2, 3,4 . Inter'Frat. Basketball (2, 3). Inter'Hall Football 12) hiter'Hall Baseball (2) Every Freshman Publicity Committee. Junior Prom Committee (3). I'rc Wrr, •. « .' 121 Lawrence Club (i, 2, 3. 4); Secretary (4). Epsilon Phi Theta 0.2. 3, 4); Treasurer (3, 4). Knights of Columbus. InterFrat. Football (2). Villanovan (2). Senior Dance Committee (4). •• -vv CLARENCE J. DANA 24 Eutaw St.. Lawrence, Mass. Kcd St. John's Prep.. Mass. Bachelor of Arts WINNING smile, a helping hand, and good fellowship are traits which endear ' 4-� one to his comrades. These are only a few of the many qualities that we find in “Red . Hailing from a city made famous by the “Spicket River, Lawrence, Mass., we soon knew of his presence in our midst by his keen repartee. Never has he been found wanting in a retort and many a critic has found to his mortification that he was treading on dangerous ground when dealing with “Red . “Red has always been an enthusiastic worker in behalf of any activity which was for the uplift of Villanova, whether it be scholastic, athletic, or social. As a member of the Lawrence Club for four years he has contributed immeasurably to the success of the organization. The efficiency of the Villanovan Business Staff was greatly improved through his efforts. The Epsilon Phi Theta Fraternity incurred a huge debt prior to his election as Treasurer. Before his term expired the debt was cleared and the Treasury put on a firm financial base. Scholastically, “Red ranks with the best of his class. We have often heard it said that people are as changeable as the weather, but Red is one exception to this proverb. Like a sturdy oak facing the storm “Red stands true and firm. A friend to one and to all regardless of the vicissitudes of fortune. 122 ‘Frank J. FRANCIS DAVIS 1953 7 . Sixty'first St., Philadelphia, Pa. Lowell High School. Mass. B. S. in Economics Day Students' Club (2. 3, 4). Delta Pi Epsilon (I. 2, 3, 4). Baseball fl). Basketball (2). x HIS bouncing and smiling boy portrayed O below has grown up to be the gentleman whose picture you see above. We may easily see that his happy nature was always with him, and, it may be added, that he has since then acquired a trait of wit and humor that will long be remembered by his classmates. “Frank, as he is known by his friends, has the happy faculty of piercing a gloomy sky and . , . finding the sun. As a firm believer in the pithy phrase. Take what ,s b s. an leave the rest, he has stored away qu.te a bit of optimism With countenance basking in the radiance of his smile, he dispels gloom, sheds cares, and haves sunshine in his wake. An ordinary man with the quiet and unassuming qualities of wt� M remain obscure, but response to his charming personally was mevtable. Francis soon stole a place in the hearts of all who knew im His manner was carefree, but determined. In scholastic worl he h- pro his ability to meet the most difficult problems with a mi c, an manner they were finished in a most formidable manner. If his past record may be taken as a criterion, success is sure to crown h.s efforts in the bus.- ness world. � i 123 VICTOR A. DIGILIO 1932 Mifflin St., Philadelphia. Pa. Temple High School Victor has not only been a leader in music circles, but also in his class work. He is the proud possessor of a gold medal won in his Sophomore year for excellence in organic chemistry. He also holds the distinction as the only one of the class to com- plcte his course in three years by attending summer school and making up his classes. “Vic” unites all the qualities one likes to find in a friend. Quiet, sincere, and gentlemanly at all times, he commands the respect of all who know him. The character he has moulded in College will stand him in good stead in after life when he takes his place in his chosen field, the medical profession. Day Students' Club (2, 3. 4). Dramatic Club (5) Musical Club (5). Italian Club (5, 4). Lambda Kappa Delta (2, 3. 4 . Student Council (4). Band, Director (2, 3, 4). Symphony Orchestra. Director (2, 3, 4). Pre-Med. Banquet Committee (2). Italian Club Dance Committee (4). Pre-Med. Smoker Committee (4). Doc,” OOD morning. Doctor, accompanied —jt with an expansive smile, was “Vic’s first saluation. With his counte- nance basking in the radiance of his smile, he dispels gloom, sheds cares and leaves sunshine in his wake. Despite this carefree manner, “Vic” was an excellent student, specializing in biology, chemistry and music. Diversity is the spice of life, and, con- sequently, “Vic” adopted music as his avoca- tion. Naturally a leader of men, he progressed rapidly in the art of directing. His efforts in directing the Symphony Orchestra have met with noteworthy success. The Band under his direction has been lauded in the papers of Wilkes-Barre, Boston, Allentown and Philadelphia for their splendid showing and delightful marching tunes. The hardest task ’’Dig” undertook was teaching ”Joe” Loughery how to play the piccolo. as vie,” -inv EUGENE R. DONNELLY 246 Hudson Ave., Creensburg, Pa. St. Vincent's, Beatly, Pa. Bachelor of Arts Western Pennsylvania Club (4): Vice-President Art Club (4); Secretary. Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2. 3, 4.) Arts Basketball (3, 4). Villanovan (4). Track (2. 3). Gene' 125 ■mu ’ “Biy Bin;- ••wuiir;• ■Mini WILLIAM EDWARD DONOHOE 528 Race Ave., Lancaster. Pa. s' -j “ ILLIAM is one of the largest men in (O Y I our class, and his size is repre' sentative of the ability that he is capable of showing when he becomes mixed with class affairs. We have found that he has a great deal of potency, inasmuch as he can show great ability and originality. No affair run by our class in the past four years would have been complete but for “Bill’s” presence, and he never disappointed us. When Austin Hall was first built most of us decided to move to the new quarters, but “Bill” remained at his old station in Hogan’s Alley, and because of this he was always the first upperclassman to become acquainted with the Fresh' men. So “Bill was always considered by them as their advisor, and fortunately they could not have chosen a better man. Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2, 3, 4). Football (3). Ring Committee. Junior Class (3). Freshman Smoker (I). Villanovan (2, 3). As we think of the pleasant association that we have had during our time at Villanova, we always will think of “Bill.” Rarely can an individual possess all the good qualities that we find in him. The loss of “Bill” will be felt not only by us who have been in immediate contact with him, but by the College as a whole. Bill” intends to enter the business world, and that cosmos will, indeed, be most fortunate in the acquisition of such a brilliant intellect. We wish him all the luck that it is possible for one to receive. Mt. St. Mary's Prep. B. S. in Economics CHARLES M. DOUGHERTY 412 T'l. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Wil eS'Barre High School B. S. in Biology FTER attending Tufts College, Wilkes-Barre Club (1, 2, 4). Lambda Kappa Delta (1, 2, 4) Knights of Columbus. Inter'Class Trac (2). InterFrat. Basketball (2). Charlie' 127 GEORGE J. Du PAUL, Jr. 116 Dresser St., Southbridge, Mass. St. John's Prep., Danvers, Mass. B. S. in Economics Have wc said that George was quiet? Well, this reticent disposition in no way hindered his progress with the fair sex. He was as popular in Bryn Mawr and Wayne as he was at Villanova. No dance could be called a success unless he was present. In fact, he was a prominent figure in the social life at the College. He was an active figure in the affairs of his Alma Mater. Wherever the interest of Villanova PSSflHIHUEftfl was at stake George could be found. Let us close, A then, by joining in a whole hearted wish to the success of George DuPaul in his future works. Delta Pi Epsilon (1, 2, 3, 4) Junior Prom Committee Itukr' 128 JOHN J. GALLEN 239 Hermitage St.. Manayun , Pa. Roman Catholic High School B. S. in C. E. H. YES! What is it now? “Nobody loves a fat----” but wait! This ardent scholar of girth control is one of Villanova s most pop- ular men. His radiant good humor sparkles forth as does water from a dashed old fountain There is no record of John's having said an angry or unkind word during his stay with us. And this, along with many other lovable traits, accounts for his popularity among his classmates. His enthusiasm and ardor for our athletics is approached only by graduate managers. It is not recorded that he missed a football game during the last couple of years. And baseball say ! He does some of that himself. His work in the Inter-Club League was most praiseworthy. The Villanova swimming pool that he helped to design as his Senior thesis, we hope, will be prepared to receive his robust self when he returns to witness future athletic contests. Johnny had a strange intuition when it came to receiving for exams, always preparing just the right things. His work on the books, as many profs will testify, was sincere and admirable. As a member of the Lunchroom Quartet, John rated with the best. He ruined more cups of coffee and more hot dogs than any other three normal men. Day Students' Club (2. 3, 4); Vice-President (2). R. C. H. S. Club (1. 2. 3, 4): Sergeant-at-Arms (3). A. S. C. E. (3. 4): President (4). Phi fCappu Pi (I, 2. 3, 4); Sergeant-at-Arms (3). A. S. C. E. By-Laws Committee. Senior-Junior Smoker Committee (4). Engineering Student Council Com., Chairman (4). Mathematics Medal Winner. ■John nil —■ -« 129 Day Students’ Club (2, 3, A). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2, 3, A) St. Joseph s Club (3, A). Ocne 130 IGNATIUS J. GRYCZENSKI 296 Sixth St., Jersey City, H- . Don Bosco Preparatory School B. S. in Biology Hew Jersey Club (I, 2. 3. 4). Treasurer (4). Music Club (2, 4). 'Varsity Club (2, 3. 4). Lambda Kappa Delta (I, 2, 3, 4): Treasurer (4) Tracl{. V (I, 2, 3. 4). Captain (4). Freshman Football. Fraternity Basketball I). Boxing (4). Dramatics (2, 4). Band (2, 3, 4). Symphony Orchestra ! 3, 4). Prc-Med. Dance Committee (4). Belle An Ball Committee (4). Manager, Interfrat Baseball (4). 7T ERSONALLY, we have never Deen able to learn the reason for fastening the nickname “Mutt” on such a bright the nickname lad as Marshall. The origin of this cognomen is lost in the mists of antiquity, but verily it has stuck like a bit of wornout Spearmint. Be that as it may, he appears to be worthy of something far better. “Mutt” is a real oldtimer at Villanova. He has been playing football for a long time four years on the Varsity, and an equal period on the Prep team. A tower of strength on the line, and a terror to opposing teams, his replacement will occasion some worry next fall. Everybody likes “Mutt.” No matter when or where one meets him, he has a big “hello” for everyone. But that isn't the reason for his popularity. It s because he is so truly a Villanova man the sort of fellow who is admired and looked upon as a model by underclassmen. His habit of keeping his temper in check on the football field has added to the respect in which he is held, besides gaining yardage for the team. “Mutt” has had little time for outside activities while at College. Football was his forte, and he concentrated on it. Whatever he goes in for, he will stick to it until he has achieved success, because he has the stuff. New' Jersey Club (I, 2, 3, 4). Football. V (I, 2. 3. 4). Basketball (I. 2. 2). InterHall Baseball (I. 2. 3, 4). 132 L CAME to Villanova four years ago with a determination to maintain his reputation as an orator and an arbitrator and none will deny that in this he has been successful. Accord ing to most authorities on the subject, an orator must be true to himself and to his fellow men; he must be honorable, truthful, and virtuous; he must possess industry as well as ability; he must have the courage of his convictions, and he must be a man in the truest sense of the word. And “Al” is an orator. WES ALBERT J. HARRAHY 84 Bumcoat St.. Worcester. Mass. St. Anselm's Prep. School B. S. in Economics Oftimes he has been called upon to give his opinion in regard to some intricate problem, concerning which there had been much discussion. Whether this problem pertained to mathematics, sociology, or to the various branches of philosophy, 'A1” was always ready to offer a fitting solution to the problem under discussion. Although the scope of “Al's accomplishments is by no means limited to any particular field, he has received singular recognition in the field of salesmanship; many will vouch for the fact that his advice to those purchasing second-hand cars deserves the highest consideration. degree of sorrow at the thought of being deprived of his advice and counsel, yet we are indeed proud to know that we have been favored with the friendship of one who is destined to acquire the highest respect and admiration of those with whom he comes in con tact in the years to come. After leaving Villanova “Al” intends to enter a law school and we know that he will continue to uphold the reputation which he held during his four years as our classmate and friend. We experience a certain “A i” Connecticut Valley Club (2, 3, A). Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2, 3, A) EDWARD T HARTNETT South Windsor, Connecticut St. Anselm’s Preparatory School Bachelor of Arts O be accused of being an ingrate would indeed be repugnant, but not to express our gratitude for having in our midst our own well-known “Tracy would, indeed, warrant such an accusation. Due to a change of mind, which caused him to join us in our Sophomore year, we have gained that which a little college in tar off New England has lost. “Tracy, with his ready smile and humorous disposition, has made bearable many a weary day and many a dull class. However, Tracy” was not satisfied to merely exhibit smiles and chase a a the blues, as his many undertakings and successes readily prove. Scholastically, he is not only one of the most proficient among us, but also a real student b which we mean he is neither a grind” nor a laggard. No class affair conducte by us was complete without his presence, and not once did he fail us. He has been a staunch member of the Epsilon Phi Theta, supporting all its undertakings with a zest that has been discerned in few of the members. He attracted no little attention as a participant in the Inter-Fraternity basketball games by his superb playing. The Connecticut Valley Club has also been one of Tracy's” many interests. We have endeavored to portray the personality of one of Hartford's fair sons and one in whom we are well satisfied, and because of whom we are, indeed, less of the cynic and more of the optimist.” He cannot but succeed and continue in life as he was in Cob lege, a gentleman and a scholar. Connecticut Valley Club (2, 3. 4). Epsilon Pin Theta (2, 3, 4). Inter Frat. Basketball (2. 3. 4). Tracy 1 $4 RALPH G. HEGNER 1317 Creedmoor Ave., Pittsburg, Pa. St. Mary’s of the Mount High School Bachelor of Arts ITTSBURGH has a big booster in the person of Ralph Hcgncr, the scholarly appearing gentleman whose photograph graces this page. Other towns have their good points, but once get him started on the attractions of Pittsburg, and he'll make the Apocalypse of St John sound like a disgusted traveling salesman's description of East Tooth-Brush, Illinois. Literally he's also a big lxx ster, towering about 6 feet 5 inches above the sidewalk. It's easy to pick him out of a crowd, as much from his distinguished appearance as from his height. Ralph has not a few bids for fame, but his biggest one is his work as editor-in chief of the Villanovan. Under his guidance, the College monthly has been developed to the point where it can take its place as the equal of any student publication in the country. Never has Villanova commanded the interest and attention of student body and Alumni alike, as at present. It will always be said that, under his regime, the Villanovan started on its upward climb. And in the field of dramatics he has also made his mark, taking a leading role in “Vision for the past four years. The organisation of the Western Pennsylvania Club was another of his achievements. By the way, if the “Now It Can Be Told” of '27 is ever written, it should contain a few startling disclosures in regard to wrecked rooms. Enough said. We're sure of this: that when Ralph steps out into the world, he'll go over big, and that's no pun. ”.t rycc, Stretch Western Pennsylvania Club. President (4). Art Chib, Vice-Chairman (4). Musical Club (1, 2, 3, 4). Student Council (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2, 3, 4). Class Day Com. (2) Dual Mas Club. Treasurer (4). Villunovun (2, 3, 4); Editor-in-Chief (4). Belle An Staff (3. 4). Trac Team (2). Inter-Frat. Basketball (4). Dramatics (I, 2, 3. 4). Bund (I, 2, 3, 4). Symphony Orechestra (1, 2, 3. 4). Sophomore Soiree Com. (2). Junior Wee Com. (3). Chanman, West. Pennu. Annuul Dance Com. (4). Artist in Dual Mas Club (I, 2. 3. 4). Asst. Business Manager of Vision” (4). “Vision' (I. 2. 3. 4). Stage Manager, If Only.” 135 WILLIAM F. HOGAN 406 WellsviIIe Place, Bolivar, N- Y. Bolivar High School B. S. in Economics k LTHOUGH Bill” Hogan is the possessor | 7 l)f il Mu‘ct disposition, he is well known 1 B on the campus. He to B years ago from the upper part of New York I ' I ijk State, and it not long before he was quite popular, tor this seemingly quiet youth has the knack of well with his 1° his first at Villanova he distin- guished himself as shortstop on the Freshman baseball team. His playing had no small part in the success of the team. Later his attention was turned to another branch of athletics, and he became manager of the Varsity football team. In this role he showed his managerial ability, which will some day be a great asset to him, for Bill has chosen the business world as the field of his future activities. His course here has been followed in preparation for his entrance into that field. We know that he will some day occupy a high position in the business world, for he has all the traits that accompany a successful career. “RdP :0ne °nCC Stl watcr runs eeP- These words arc especially true ° for a few moments conversation with this modest youth will convince anyone that he knows the subject about which he is talking. His classmates will remember him as a true and loyal classmate, a friend, a gentleman, and one whom all respect. By his superiors he will be well admired. To William Hogan we wish all the success that the world can bring. 136 “Joe , “Dynamo' Lawrence Club (1, 2, 3, 4); President (4). Phi Kappa Pi (I, 2. 3. 4). Engineers Banquet Committee (2). Chairman. Engineers Date Committee (4). Fraternity Initiation Committee (4). Chairman, Fraternity Banquet Committee (4). Owl Staff, Editor'in'Chief (4). JOSEPH FRANCIS HUGHES 34 Ames St., Lawrence, Mass. Lawrence High School CHOLARSHIP and good fellowship are not generally found akin, but in “Joe they seem to blend perfectly. There is no more thorough and consistent student in the class than “Joe.” If the old adage that “Still water runs deep, be as ever a modicum of truth, we may expect great things from him, for he is a quiet and unassuming individual. There was an old owl, who lived in an oak. The more he heard, the less he spoke. Why can't we be more like this wise old bird. “Joe has not confined himself purely to technical subjects. His achievements arc many and varied. Chief among these was his position as Editor of the Engineer- ing publication, The Owl. During his editorship and due in a large measure to his efforts, this periodical has expanded and grown substantially. His popularity is attested to by the fact that he was President of the Lawrence Club. In this office he displayed a leadership that brought his club into recognized prominence among student activities. Joe is a charter member of the Cozy Club, and is particularly attracted by the environment of Montgomery Avenue. The elements at their worst are unable to prevent him from taking his usual Sunday constitutional and its attractions. We arc confident that these qualities will remain with him and bring him success in his chosen profession. Embryo Engineers have found in “Joe a true friend and one ever willing to lend a helping hand. His affable and genial dis- position has won for him a large circle of friends. 137 JEROME F. HURLEY 70 Montrose St., Springfield, Mass. Cathedral High School B. S. in E. E. HERE is so much that can be written about this genial descendant of the Celtics that one knows hardly where to begin. A modern Damon and Pythias relation had developed between “Tom” Hallaran, 26, and “Jerry,” and when Tom” was graduated Jerry” was deeply affected. However, he sought compensation, or was it sublimation, in a multitude of extra' curricular activities. He became a human dynamo of energy and his guiding genius was the motivating force behind a variety of projects. Those activities listed beside his picture do not tell the whole story. Jerome, who is more widely known by his popular sobriquet, Jerry,” is the “non plus ultra” of personality. His broad, friendly smile is perennial and infectious. Jerry” is a wit par excellent and an adept at repartee. He can always be counted on to enliven the party, a good mixer and congenial company. Although a loyal student of engineering, he has a penchant for the classics. It was not an infrequent sight to see a group surrounding Jerry” with intent gaze while he expounds in grandiloquent language the ancient philosophies. He is inclined to be verbose and garrulous, but always in a pleasing manner. Sesquipedalian words are his forte. After his graduation many are the organizations that will feel the loss of a tireless worker, especially that one nearest his heart Phi Kappa Pi. Nevertheless, we are confident that he will be with us in spirit even in the heyday of success that is certain to crown his efforts in the outside world. Connecticut Valley Club (4). Phi Kappa Pi (1, 2, }); Secretary (4). Knights of Columbus. Deputx Grand Knight (4). Inter-Hall Football (2). Inter-Frat. Basketball (4). Band (2, 3, 4). Symphony Orchestra (2, 3. 4). iMusical Club (1. 2. 3. 4); Tr;asurer (4). Chairman. Cotmecticut Valley Chib Dance (4). Student Council (4). Owl Staff. Associate Editor (4). Belle Air Editorial Staff. Jrrru 138 WILLIAM P. HURLEY 2 Russell Ave., T utley, . T'iutley High School Bachelor of Arts TN “BILL” we see the type of man who has in him the power of instantly making friends of all those he meets. He seems to have that undefinable ability of attracting people of both sexes to hear the short cynical words of wisdom that explain situations in short order, for “Bill” is a specialist in word play, and to keep up with his course of conversation is a feat in itself. Our William is certainly due to be a leader of men, for his classmates have chosen to elect him their class treasurer and his brothers in Epsilon Phi Theta honored him with the presidency of that organization in his Senior year. In both of these positions “Bill” has done nobly. Bill” does not participate in athletics, but a week never passes that Bill does not see the A’s or Phillies play especially when his beloved Giants or Yankees are in town. So “Bill's” interest naturally turned to Track tor which interest he was rewarded with the managership in his final year and the success of that team is partly “Bill's”, for his leisure hours, which were few, were spent in arranging the schedule. ■it nr This tall and handsome son of Nutley hopes some day to grace the Jersey bar and that State gains through our loss, for Bill” leaves Villanova with the good wishes of every man he knew. We have always regarded him as a true friend, a student of rare ability, a hard worker for the cause of any- thing Villanovan, and a man of irreproachable character. Certainly we all hope to continue the friendship that flourished while we were class mates, for with friends such as Bill one has an asset that will stand him in good stead at all times. Epsilon Phi Theta (1. 2. 3, 4); Vice-President (3); President (4). Class Treasurer (4). Manager of Track, (4). Vigilance Conmittee. Junior Week Committee. Thanksgiving Hop Committee. Belle Air Editorial Staff (4). 139 as EDWARD FELIX JENKINS 1217 Vine St.. Scranton. Pa. Bachelor of Arts Wilkes-Barre High School 'DDIE, as he is known about the campus, came into our midst four years ago from the “coal regions. Reticent by nature, a time elapsed before we became acquainted with him, but it was not long before we realized that “Jenk“ was a friend indeed, always willing to give a helping hand no matter what inconvenience he might suffer. Since his entrance into College he has been an outstanding figure about the campus by reason of his excellent scholarship. His diligent application to his books has won him the respect and admiration of all, especially his teachers. “Jenk“ was at first enrolled in the School of Science. While there he was one of the leaders of his class, distinguishing himself particularly in the Sciences. At the end of his Sophomore year he entered the School of Arts, Philosophy, and Letters. Here he became conspicuous by his aptitude for Philosophy and Latin. From present indications, “Jenk” will be some day ranked with the Doctors of Philosophy. Eddie' has always been an enthusiastic supporter of any social function that was for the betterment of the College. As a member of the various fraternities and clubs he has rendered invaluable services because of his disposition to co-operate. Jenk's sterling character, gentlemanly de- meanor and unswerving loyalty have won for him the respect of all. He has drunk deep and often from the old wells of Christian principles and has quaffed the keen tonic of its best ideals. He will go forth with an authentic stamp of currency on him, minted at a definite mint and bearing a sovereign image. Association with “Eddie for four years has left an indelible imprint upon our minds and we feel sure that we have been better men for having known a fellow like Jenk.“ We predict for him a future filled with triumphs. Wilkes-Barre Club (I, 2, 3. 4). Lambda Kappa Delta (1. 2); Epsilon Phi Theta (2, 4). Dramatics (4). •a c M. ir.” •Jrnk” MO PATRICK THOMAS KIRWAN Worcester, Massachusetts St. Anslem's Preparatory B. S. in Economics “Pat Delta Pi Epsilon (I. 2, 3, 4). Sophomore Soiree (2). Junior Wee Committee (I). Belle Air Ball Committee (4). Villanovan Christmas Tree Committee (4). Belle Air Frolic (4). Villanovan, Circulation Manager (4). Belle Air Staff. Circulation Manager (4). —7 AT'S home is Worcester, Mass., and he seems proud of that fact, much to the dissatisfaction of the Coal Crackers, who claim that the inhabitants of that town do not pronounce the name as it is spelled. “Pat” an- swered that they do not know how to pronounce the English language and has spent his leisure moments for the past four years trying to defend this statement. “Pat” was not prominent in the eyes of the College until his Sophomore year and then he “made up for lost time.” He was a member of every important committee in the functions of the class. Dance com- mittees were “Pat's” specialty, possibly because of his knowledge of the art of Terpsichore. “Pat” always modestly denied any proficiency in that direction, but those who have watched him at the dances will vouch for his ability to “trip the light fantastic.” The Villanovan claimed much of “Pat’s time. He acted in the capacity of Circulation Manager for that publication and performed those duties so well that he was chosen to fill a similar position on the staff of the Belle Air. But if “Pat” had never taken an active part in class affairs he would always be remembered for his everpresent good nature. And it is certain that when Graduation Day rolls around his classmates will realize that they arc parting with a genial companion, a true friend, and alto- gether cne of the most popular members of the Class of 1927. Ml WILLIAM J. LONG 6114 Spruce St., Philadelphia. Pa. West Philadelphia Catholic High School B. S. in C. E. fT VARIOUS times during our last year at school the Senior Civils have oft heard the question drift lazily to their ears, “William, can you tell us?” And an interesting fact might be mentioned that he always could. His ability for giving the right answer is uncanny. His knowledge and practice of oratory were at times appalling. It has been whispered about that he indulges quite extensively in dramatics outisde the College. Ah ha! We do know for a fact though, that “Bill” does a mean job of ushering when he is called upon to ush ! His cross country hikes with Panepinto in the wake of our football team are now traditions at Villanova. Due to a certain someone's presence on the train of the P. R. R., Bill” would have withdrawn from the noble followers of the P. W. But for some unknown reason, he didn t. Quite a social butterfly, this young man! His Tcrpsichorean abilities are indeed most highly developed. Bill s editorial work cn the Owl was one of the mainstays of the peppy little publication. His vivid style of expression often held us spellbound with amaze' mcnt. His work on the staff of this Belle Air bears witness to the degree of his ability as a proser. We hope and feel that as a civil engineer he will do much to improve our already high esteem for him. Day Students' Club (2, 3, 4). West Catholic Club (1,2, 3, 4). Phi Kappa Pi (3, 4). Knights of Columbus. A. S. C. E. (3. 4); Treasurer (4). InterClub Basketball (1). Chairman. Engineering Employment Bureau Com' mittee. Rules Committee. Day Students' Club (4). Owl Staff (3, 4). Belle Air Staff (4). 142 !� FRANCIS T. LOUGHRAN 565 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Wilkes-Barre High School B. S. in Economics yPRANK hails from Wilkes-Barre, Pa., where Jr 5 coal is hard and so are the men—at least this is the impression we have always been given. During his four years among us his chief diversion and greatest pleasure was found in the playing of practical jokes. His lack of discrimi- nation in choosing his victims was the one point that made them the more enjoyable—even to the victim himself. In spite of this love for fun, he is one of the best students the class of 1927 holds, he is the one to whom all business men turned when aid was needed in matters pertaining to the classroom. His mental capabilities were not those of the “book-worm,” but were of a more practical nature. His work as Associate Business Manager of the Belle Air is the best proof of the truth of this statement. His practical mind acted as a sort of safety-valve when his associates were inclined to become visionary. One of “Frank's” specialties was the taking of extra courses. But no matter how many of these he took, he always had as much leisure as anyone else and still managed to get the highest grades. This uncanny ability will always remain a mystery to his classmates. In saying good-bye to Frank,” we hope that the success in his later life will equal those of his college days, and that our meetings in the future will not be too infrequent. Lock, Frank Wilkes-Barre Club i 1,2, 3, 4); Treasurer (4). Chairman, Ring Committee (3). Publicity Committee (4). Belle Air Staff (4); Assistam Business Manager. 143 HERBERT JOSEPH MADDEN Fitchburg, Mass. Fitchburg High School B. S. in Economics Herb ' FRANK B. McANENY Mac Freshman Football. Ring Committee (3). Belle Air Staff (A): Editorial. And socially “Mac” “is there.” Except, per haps, if one measures social standards by acquain- tance with the fairer sex. We have yet, in our four years of college life with “Frank , to see him go to any hop or, as a matter of fact, to sec him step out in any way, except with his own sex. Despite his diligence and hard work in studies “Mac” finds an opportunity to snatch a little time for a ball game or a walk in the open. If success depends on a man's aptitude for study “Mac’s” success is assured. If he intends to study, he studies, although other things may call. To be with “Mac” is to be never dull. For “Mac’s wit and humor arc deep and ready and he can converse on almost any interesting subject, making it more interesting by his wit. And not only does his wit apply here, but in the act of repartee there are few who can equal “Mac. Among his collegiate friends, he is perhaps the witty master of the wittiest. He some- how seems always to contrive to be master when repartee seems rife. Some four years ago Johnstown, a city of Western Pennsylvania, saw “Mac” leave to become a Freshman at Villanova. Now the time has arrived for Johnstown to be proud of a man who is loyal and sincere — a man who is one of the most sociable men we know. To Mac” we wish success. ----jf yf AC means more than a name to us, for (S A f ir rinSs instantly to our minds a friend k 1 (L and classmate noted for his sageness and for his wit. Being the youngest in the gradu- ating class is not the least honor he bears, but he also excels in the honor of being a true Villanovan. For data on events of the different teams one has only to go to Mac” and he is nearly always able tell the person just what was what. 121 Walnut St., Johnstown, Pa. Villanova Preparatory School B. S. in Economics 145 RAYMOND B McCORMICK Franklin and Washington Sts.. West Chester. Pa. St. Joseph's Preparatory Bachelor of Arts 'HE first time that wc met “Mac we re' ceived the impression that he was rather a dull-witted and reticent young man, who would make fit company for a couple of Anti-Saloon Leaguerers. But what a surprise he gave us, when, as the month of October rolled by, his geniality and good humor came bursting upon us like a strong sunbeam through a dark cloud. His geniality oftentimes rose to the heights of gaiety. This Irish humor of his whn Irnon k was tbe sympathetic bond that united him to all made JCITy ° Sullivan recognized this quality in “Mac and soon time in wh U KCnt eman onc of his best friends. A half year, however, is a short cation nf k tUrn acclua ntances to friends, but “Mac has given us an indi- cation of his character by his power to do that very thing. task of mixi ™ geniality, his powers of conversation have assisted him in his before selected th acclua,ntccI with a group that had three or four years an indication th k' ” S a°d comPan ons- His conversational powers give us in our last sem ° ds° reat oratorical ability, and if he had been with us Debating Team D° c ou t tbat he would have been on the Arts doubt that h r UCk KO Xl qUa,ities’ lhere can be no when it receives ?? °fcssion W,U be enriched hope that in the yZs Zt im° f°ld Wc to have him at rl 1 h C.t° C°me We wiH be able may help to enl. T rcUn,on banquets, so that he wit. VCn them Wlth his geniality and Irish Day Students' Club (4). Episilon Phi Theta (4). S Kay ” 146 Huc, «Phil� PHILIP E. McGILL Jeddo, Pennsylvania Mining 6- Mechanical Institute Bachelor of Arts HIL is another product of the coal regions. Coming to us from Jeddo, he entered the School of Arts, where he has been a stu- dent, except for one year, when he thought he would like the business course. Although successful in this field, he decided to return to the study of philosophy. He has diligently pursued his studies and has made an enviable record. He has “day-hopped” from Bryn Mawr for three years, and has become so thoroughly acquainted with the town that at one time he was even said to be considering running for mayor. His conquests among the fair sex have been numerous, and have extended to many points along the “Main Line.” “Phil” is a thoroughly likeable chap. This quality accounts for his popularity. Going about in his characteristic manner, he has acquired both friends and knowl- edge. He is a staunch follower of everything pertaining to Villanova and can be seen at any contest in which the “Big Blue” takes part, whether at home or on foreign fields. Nothing ever seems to worry “Phil,” and little should it, for the thoroughness of his work excludes all anxiety over its success. We expect to hear much of him in the future, for he is the type of man that performs great deeds. We hope some day to sec him owning several mines in his beloved coal regions. Good-bye, “Mac,” and may the same success that you have known here attend your efforts in the future. Wilfas'Barre Club (I, 2, 3. 4). Epsilon Phi Theta (1,2, 3. 4). 147 Day Student Club (2, 3. 4). R. C. H. S. Club (I. 2, 3. 4) Phi Kappa Pi (I, 2). A. S. C. E. (2. 3. 4). Freshman Follies (I). Knights oj Columbus Dramc.V.c (2. 3). Day Students' Entertainment (3); Author, Prodt Director. Belle Air Ball Committee (4). Day Students' Dance Committee (3, 4). Sophomore Soiree Committee. Owl Hop Committee (2). Commencement Committee (4). R. C. H. S.'W. C. H. S. Dance Committee (2) Sophomore Vigilance Committee. Business Committee, Every Freshman. Belle Air Editorial StajJ (4). ‘•Hank” “Mac JOSEPH ANTHONY McHENRY 2226 W. Lehigh Ave.. Philadelphia Pa. Roman Catholic High School B. S. in C. E. 'HE Senior Class has as one of its main bids for fame a pair of very likeable brothers — “Joe and Paul McHenry'. The former is the boy with whom we arc con' cerned. One can easily distinguish him from Paul, “on account of the latter doesn t wear a moustache. In many other ways do they differ, for Joe, like his brother, has a style all his own. “Joe is a serious chap—in appear ance, at least. He seems to carry the worries of the team. In their undergraduate days, whenever they staged their justly famous dancing act, Paul danced for the love of it. “Joe’s attitude, however, plainly showed that he was merely being obliging to his kid brother. “Hank gained fame early in his scholastic career by winning numerous debates with his professors. As a result of his Missouri'mindedness, he is now rated as an authority on reinforced concrete. Lately it has developed that his secret passion is writing poetry. None of his work has ever come to the attention of his classmates, as he has kept his gift to himself. But the accusations against him is quite well'tounded, so, perhaps, we may expect to see his verse in print at a later time. We wonder if it will be as original as his garage idea. Joe has personality, perseverance, and originality. With these qualities, his success in the engineering game is assured. Au revoir, Joe. Take good care of in brother! 148 Mac” ■•Chlnrcit PAUL V. McHENRY 2226 W. Lehigh Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. Roman Catholic High School B. S. in C. E. lE take great pleasure in introducing the taller member of a celebrated dancing team, composed of two brothers whose specialty lies along the lines of “buck and wing” dancing. This team's ability to entertain an audi- ence, however, is not limited to dancing alone, for upon occasion they can render vocal harmonies that would do justice to many a celebrated pro- fessional troupe. All who attended the Day Hoppera“ remember their sparkling performance in that worthy production. On another occasion, in his Sophomore year, Paul, in company with his brother, took the part of a donkey in a musical comedy produced in Philadelphia. Try as we would, we could never find out which one of them took the part of the donkey's head. With all sincerity, we can say that as long as we have known him, Paul has been, in the best sense of the term, what is known as a good student. His cheery good nature and winning personality have won him a place of undying esteem in the hearts of the other members of the Civil Septem virate. ' The members of this latter group will ever be grateful to Paul for the vocal entertainment he pro- vided on dull, tedious afternoons in the drafting room. Although we have main- tained, and do still maintain, that Paul, in partnership with his brother, should have bent his energies to perfecting his natural aptitude for performing before the footlights, still we can confidently predict that great success will attend him in his chosen profession of Civil Engineer. Au revoir! R. C. H. S. Club (I, 2. 3. 4). Day Students' Club (2, 3, 4). Phi Kappa Pi 1, 2). A. S. C. E. (2, 3, 4), Secretary (4). Freshman Follies (I). Knights of Columbus. Dramatic (2, 2). Junior Prom Committee Freshman Hop Committee. Sophomore Vigilance Committee (2). 3 9± r. 149 about through his efforts. New YorJ( City Club (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2, 3, 4). Inter Frat. Basketball (4). Trac “V (2, 2). Dramatics (I). Football. Junior Varsity (2): Varsity (4). FRANK C. McGIRR 26 Burns St.. Forest Hills. Long Island. N- 'F- •Rugged” Frank has also done well in his class work, where determination and application nave again brought him success. He has a pleasant personality that has won him many friends. As a product of Villanova Prep he can unfold many tales of bygone days. All of us expect to hear of great deeds brought L on t fail us, Frank. May the light of your attain- ments shine as brightly in the future as it has in the past. Loyola and Villanova Preparatory Schools Bachelor of Arts RANK McGIRR is Long Island's con- tribution to the Class of 1927, and he is no small contribution, for “Rugged, as he is familiarly called, stands well over six feet and has been an active member of his class and a staunch Villanovan. One of Frank's greatest virtues is his de- termination. It was this quality that won him a place on the football squad. During his first two years of college he was not heavy enough to try out for the team. However, with the coming of the Rockne system in his Junior year, and due to the fact that he had grown a great deal, he decided to try his hand at the great American college game. Here he distinguished himself as a tackle on the famous “Wildcats. In his Senior year he became a member of the regular squad. Rugged was also a member of the track team, where he won his letter, due to his proficiency in the field events, especially the weights. 150 •• Wally,” “Spipot Scholastically he stood near the head of the class; he deserved this honor as a reward for his earnest- ness and application. With his good nature and generosity, we feel sure that nothing but success awaits him. WALLACE JOHN McLAUGHLIN 220 Seventy'Seventh St., Brooklyn, N- T. Brooklyn Preparatory School B. S. in Economics O Brooklyn, New York, we are highly indebted for the forwarding of “Wally.” This little fellow was a staunch advocate of the saying, “It's great to be a New Yorker.” He never tired of telling the country boys, Cahill and DuPaul, wonderous tales of the big city. “Wally” entered Villanova with the fond ambition of becoming an engineer, but seeing greater possibilities in the field of business, he readily changed his studies to acquire a foundation that would enable him to conquer Wall Street. We have known Wallace to be as successful in his studies as in his romantic escapades. He has always been an ardent and diligent student of economics. And while “Mac” showed quite a fondness for Ardmore, he never confined his romantic efforts to one locality. This leads us to believe he was very considerate of the opposite sex by not showing any marked partiality. Wallies” intellectual capacity is not by any means limited. His lectures on love fully substantiate this statement. The obvious truth of these dissertations prove conclusively that “Wallie” speaks from experience. It did not take his classmates long to discover his sterling qualities. The helping hand was ever present when one of his friends was in need. The entire class joins in wishing “Wallie” the success that we know is bound to come to him. New Tor City Club (I, 2, 3. 4). Delta Pi Epsilon (I. 2, 3. 4). Belle Air Ball Committee (4). 151 THOMAS P. McMANUS 40 Richards St., Worcester, Mass. St. Anselm’s Preparatory School B. S. in Economics TALL, bashful young man came down to us from the heart of Massachusetts. • - Rather shy at first, he was reticent and slow to voice his opinion. However, it soon became evident that he was saving his exuberant spirits for the “Junior Proms. 152 v Capiz High School; University of Philippines B. S. in C. E. ATILANO F. MONTESA Badajoz, Romblon, Philippine Islands • Mnrny,” “Adif TILANO joined us in our Junior year. By steamer across the Pacific and by train across the United States, he came to Villanova from far-off Tablas Island. He holds the distinc- tion among us of being our “farthest from home. Tablas Island is about two hundred miles from Manila and is at least twelve thousand miles from Villanova. Quietly and unobtrusively our class mate from “the warmer clime slipped into his niche as a Junior. At first very lonely - a stranger in a strange land — he, nevertheless, soon had a host of friends. His broad cheery smile, ever on the point of bursting forth into a peal of hearty laughter, coupled with an agreeable disposition, endeared him to all of us. Modest and retiring he was loath to reveal his attainments. It was, therefore, some time before we discovered that we were harboring in our midst a man of many accomplishments. Our first inkling of this was during Junior Week when he rendered a vocal selection from “II Trovatore at the Faculty Smoker. On another occasion, in the Public Speaking Class, he delivered a fiery oration on the subject of Philippine Indepen- dence. Atilano's ambition is to be an architect. His ability along this line is attested by several fine residences, a public building and a mon- ument in the Philippines and by several combination stores and apartments in the vicinity of Philadelphia. It will not surprise us to hear, some time in the future, of Atilano Francisco Montesa as President of the Philippine Republic. Should such be the case we can hear him even now exclaim: “Oh, boy! This is great! Day Students' Club (4). Phi Kappa Pi (4). A. S. C. E. (4). Philippino Club. Knights of Columbus. M3 wm RICHARD A. MOYNIHAN 11 Rose Street, Haverhill, Mass. St. James High School B. S. in Economics ' O honor was ever more fittingly placed than the captaincy of our 1926 football team when it was entrusted to “Dick Moynihan. For four years his sterling work as quarterback has brought him grid fame. His long returns of punts and snakedike dashes through the line will long stand in the memory of Villanova sport followers. Who will soon forget his long forward pass that turned defeat into victory in the waning moments of the Bucknell game last fall? “Dick has further distinguished himself as a second baseman. He is one of the most consistent batters in college ranks, and a clever base runner. A scorching single from his bat almost broke the charm of one of Ownie Carroll's undefeated seasons. On another occa- sion his stellar work played an important part in breaking a winning streak that Holy Cross had kept intact for two years. “Dick's success, however, has not been limited to athletics. His work in the classroom has been on a high plane. His reputation as an orator has spread through- out the Monastery, where he had many arguments with the boys. Haverhill, and especially her ability to “take over Lawrence and Lowell at will, was always a welcome subject for his debates. Since few have ever bested him in an argument, we make the prediction that should he turn to law as an occupation he will do justice to that profession. Villanova can feel proud to number “Dick Moynihan among her sons and sends him forth with the sincerest hope that the success which he has enjoyed here will follow him into his life work. Delta Pi Epsilon (I. 2. 3, 4). Football V” (I, 2, 3, 4); Captain (4). Baseball V” (I, 2, 3. 4). Dick 154 Johnny” Day Students' Club (2. 3. A). Epsilon Phi Theta (I, 2, I, A). Rules Committee. Day Students' Club (A). Belle Air Staff (A) Associate Editor. JOHN J. NAWN 236 Jamestown St., Roxborough, Pa. St. John the Baptist High School Bachelor of Arts s 'V 7?T s rather OQ y without at his friend, rather difficult to characterise John the same time characterizing Gene Gilroy. They come in on the same train. They are always seen together. They like the same things and discuss the same topics. They depart on the same train. However, to make a beginning, “John is a quiet, unobtrusive sort.” He is content to let others argue. His is the uncontending way of a man who is secure in his knowledge, but gentlemanly and scholarly, avoids heated discussions. He possesses the rare distinction of excelling in all his classwork. He it is to whom certain other classmates come to get inside information concerning Latin and the finer points of philosophy. The scholarly turn of mind seems to have been fostered and nurtured by his acquaintance with literature. His experiences in this field have been wide and varied. It is one of his pastimes. His special acquaintance is with the modernistic school of Walpole-Hardy and their contemporaries. Besides this scholarly trend he has another pastime. He can be seen in off hours out walking. He is, perhaps, better acquainted with the surrounding country than any other Villanova student. John is one of the scholars of the class. He is hard working and studious. These traits, which he possesses in such an abundant degree, will be his greatest asset in life and we wish him all the success in the world. friend a!nd iraffablC haVe WOn him manV farewell 1 “ T gC uine reKre‘ 'hat we say Hew Jersey Club (1,2. 3, 4). Chairman. Junior Wee Committee. Belle Air Business Manager. Class Vice-President (2). Student Council (4). Belle Air Frolic Committee. ’ HIS serious'minded young man claims as his home town Camden, or, more spe- cifically, Merchantville. Merchantville, strangely enough, although situated in New Jersey, is not a seaside resort and has few mosquitoes. Ever since the beginning of his Sophomore year “Matt has been prominent in class activi- ties. He acted as Class Vice-President in that . year, and in his Junior year was chosen Chair- nun ot t c Junior Week Committee. In the latter capacity he succeeded in giving Viiianova the most pretentious series of social activities the student body had ever enjoyed. ,kBU|1 hi!S ?rCatCSL achie,vement bes before you as you page through the leaves o inis book; tor to him is due the credit for having successfully directed the financial work so important in an undertaking of this nature. same fifties which enabled him to direct these extra-curricula activities high standing M i’tCa ,n scbolastic work, for there he always maintained a to WCrC alway s strong point, and he nearly always managed to convince his opponents. Especially in class meet- mgs he made use of this ability. He would generally wan until everyone had expressed an opinion, and h verbT K,d rV)0 °°r Whe -oke of fountTthat V often be of the class. wuuiu oiien De ideas were also the sentiment MATTHEW R. OBERHOLZER 10 Wyndam Road. Merchantville. H■ J- Camden Catholic High School B. S. in Economics UaU HAROLD G. O'DONNELL 412 W. Main St., Girardville, Pa. Girardville High School B. S. in Biology 'HE coal regions have given Villanova many men, hut none has been finer than Harold O’Donnell, more familiarly known as “Red.” He came to us four years ago from Girardville, where many other welhknown Villa' novans have come. Since that time he has success' fully pursued his studies in the pre-medical course. In recognition of his fine work, he was given charge of the Infirmary in his Senior year. We expect some day soon to see Red” studying medicine in some large Eastern university. He has always been earnest in his endeavors, which makes it probable that our expectations will be fulfilled. His success, however, has not been confined to the field of medicine. He has a winning way that has gained him many friends. This popularity is not limited to the campus. He is well known along the Main Line to many members of the opposite sex; for, although he was not a social lion, no function was complete without his presence. Red’s” humorous remarks have been the life of many parties. Gifted with much wit, he causes laughter and mirth to prevail in any gathering of which he becomes a part. Villanova sends Red” O'Donnell to his chosen field with the wish that some day he will be an eminent physician. Good luck to you, Red,” let's see you go. Lambda Kappa Delta (I, 2, 3, 4). Knights of Columbus. Biter-Hall Baseball (2). Inter-Frat. Football (I. 2). ■I Knl 157 H JEREMIAH O'SULLIVAN 332 Willow Street, Bordentown, 7 . J. Wilton College, Cor City, Ireland Bach, of Arts REVIOUS to matriculating at Villa' nova in the fall of nineteen hundred and twcnty-six, “Jerry was a student at St. Joseph's College, Cork, Ireland. Many and true are the friendships which he has formed during the short time he has been in our midst, and we venture to say that had he been with us during our four years of college, few would surpass him in popularity attainment. He possesses in no small degree that sense of humor which is so characteristic of his race; his pleasing personality and congenial disposition have often relieved the monotony of our class work and served to dispel the gloom. “Affability is a virtue both of inward dispositions and outward demeanor; it is the reality which underlies the forms of politeness, and is the expression of united respect and charity. This quotation most fittingly serves to describe the character °f Jerry. All the characteristics which are necessary for success are manifested in him; consequently, we feel assured that he will succeed where others have failed, and will by his endeavors and accomplishments bring greater renown to the name of Villanova. Irish ‘Jerry, 158 ALFRED J. PANEPINTO 4144 Girard Ave.. Philadelphia. Pa. West Phila. Catholic High School B. S. in C. E. I’aunif'' 159 PETER PAUL PERRI 946 S. Eighth St., Philadelphia, Pa. Roman Catholic High School Bachelor of Arts kETE is a product of Catholic High and South Philadelphia, and you do not have to be long in his acquaintance before you know these two facts. Moreover, he is a true Villanovan, and the passing four years have witnessed the rising popularity of this Italiano.” Until now “Pete holds the distinction of being the President of the two strongest organizations on the campus, namely, the R. C. H. S. Club and the Italian Club. He is responsible for the present strength of both of these organizations. When Pete entered his Senior year both clubs were pretty well weakened by graduation, but due to his ability and influence both clubs are now in the fore. “Pete is never seen without Rocco, his boon companion, and it is this combination that put over the Italian Cluh Smoker in honor of the Varsity football teams around midscason, and wound up the season by the very successful Italian Club Dance held at the Penn A. C. Too much cannot be said about “Pete's popularity. He has the compara tively rare fortune to be liked by both students and Faculty. He is also said to have been called a potential philosopher; be that as it cannot be gainsaid that “Pete is the most popular member of the Senior Class. A personal of “Pete would not be complete without some mention of the little black cigar which ne is never seen without—but that is all, we will just mention it enough has been said concerning the said cigar by his classmates and others. We wish V,llaenoleSame “ in laW 35 hc h;ld R cpr«,in?“!; '■ 2-3-4 ; w Italian Club 3. 4); Preside, (4) Day Students' Club (2, 3. 4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I 2 3 4) � ■ 160 WALLACE QUIN 6314 Woodbine Ave., Overbrook. Pa. West Catholic High School B. S. in Economics HAVE LIVED! If any man can say this, that man is “Wal. A man of varied interests, he was ever a keen follower of sports. Few were the games he missed, even though the Varsity were playing far from home. He was always on the scene to lend his support by cheering loud and long. When the stark spectre of defeat stalked into our camp, “WaP never lost heart, although he felt the defeat keenly. His knowldge of sports, however, was not con- fined to the grandstand. He participated in a number, ameng which were Varsity track, inter-club basketball, and tennis. On the track and field his chief success was in the high jump. It was on the tennis court, though, that he felt most at home. Tall and rangy in build, he had a smashing drive that was most discon- certing to his opponents. The social side of college life gave “WaP an opportunity to display the gentlemanly graces of a true cosmopolitan. A good dancer, and no mere novice at bridge, he could always be counted upon to enliven any gathering. In the classroom WaP had a fund of real business common sense, which will stand him in good stead when he comes into his own in the business world. ••war West Catholic Club (I, 2. 3, 4). Day Students' Club (1, 2, 3, 4). Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2. 3, 4). Track “V” (3). Day Students' Dance Committee (3). West Catholic Dance Committee (2). Belle Air Ball Cotnmittee (4). 161 JAMES JOSEPH SHEA 757 Baldwin St., Waterbury, Conn. Crosby High School Bachelor of Arts 5W jITH quiet dignity “Jim” came down to us from the big city of Water' bury, Connecticut. He soon made friends among the student body and faculty by his winning smile. Jim” has accomplished much since his entrance to Villanova. He has the enviable record of being secretary of his class for four years. His membership of most of the dance committees, proves the confidence his class had in him. His athletic ability has been demonstrated in the in ter class baseball and basketball games. “Jim” has won the coveted V” as manager of the Varsity basketball team. In this capacity his managerial powers were clearly revealed. Last, but not the least, he has always maintained a high ranking as a student. “Jim” is the songbird of the class. Station JJS is constantly broadcasting the popular melodies and parts of opera. Sometimes the static is bad and we are forced to tune in another station, but more often we turn on the amplifier. Leaving all jesting aside, “Jim” has at many times lifted the gloom and spread good cheer with his frequent outbursts of song. “Jim” is a man of delicate tastes and has an appreciation of the finer things of life. He is a true friend, a delightful companion and an all-around fellow. Good luck, Jim”. Connecticut Valley Club (3, 4); President (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (I. 2, 3, 4); Secretary (3). Secretary of Class (3, 4). Freshman Baseball. InterFrat. Basketball (I. 2. 3. 4). Manager of Basketball. “V” (4). Junior Prom Committee (3). Belle An Ball Committee (4). Commencement Committee (4). Belle Atr Editorial Staff (4). t) 18 1 162 JOSEPH F. SHEEHAN 882 Haddon Ave., Camden. H- J. Camden Catholic High School B. S. in Economics Hew Jersey Club (I, 2. 2. 4) Delta Pi Epsilon (1.2.2. 4). Baseball (I. 2. 2); “V” (4). Basketball. “V (1.2. 2.4). Football (2. 4). Vice-President of Class (2). 163 EEC ANDREW J. SLOAN 1911 Master St.. Philadelphia Pa. St. Joseph's Preparatory School Bachelor of Arts 'WO years ago we made the acquaint ance of “Andy,” but now it seems as though we had known him all our lives. Steadily and surely he secured a place in the affection of almost every Senior. And the chief means which “Andy used to gain so many friendships was his uncanny ability in the proper use of his faculties of expression. It takes high intellectual power to be able to express oneself in a truly accurate manner, but there can be no doubt about Andy's ability as a conversationalist and orator. Andrew J. was not here long before he made himself known in the class meet ings. In everything of importance that was discussed he always had something to say. Having early manifested his loyalty to the class, that loyalty was tested by his being appointed to many committees. He was tried, but not found wanting. His election to the Student Board of Discipline was but another example of the confidence the class has in him. Not only is Andy known for his high oratorical ability, but also for his many hterary achievements. The many essays and poems which he has written Iff , k n ,Y,' -a™” 8!ve °bjective proof of this statement. As Managing Editor hllfh dpcrrpp of I'.l.H. “Andy,” ...v ...uiu i an give objective proof of this statement. As Manaj of the Belle Air he has shown a high degree of journalistic capability therefore, has a good foundation for either the literary or the legal profession; in him we find those two qualities which made Demosthenes an immortal. May they make Andrew an immortal, too. Day Students' Club (5, 4). St. Joseph's Club f3. 4); Vice President (l) President (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (5, 4). Senior Fall Hop (4). Chairman. Day Students’ Dance Committee (3 . — Student Board of Discipline, Secretary (4). Student Council (4). Villanovan (4). Chairman. Rules Committee, Dav Students’ Club (4). p ,, A ' wu ' � «ce, Ul 1A,r Sta . Managing Ed,to Chairman Chairm -0—6 Epsilon Phi Theta Debating Team. Forum. Epsilon Phi Theta Andy” 164 Being quite an advocate of sports, “Smitty,” as he is better known on the campus, took part in many of the inter-fraternity contests. His favorite sports were football and baseball. However, his activities do not stop here. He is quite adept in the portrayal of feminine roles. Many are inclined to think he acquired this adeptness from some of his many friends. WILBERT J. SMITH 144 E. Francis St., Pittsburgh, Pa. Mt. St. Mary’s Prep. School B. S. in Biology TnOMING from the Smoky City, “Bert” took up his studies here at Villanova Vand became one of the Class of 27. He had not located for any length of time before he had struck up many friendships. These friend' ships existed not only with the College men, but also with the fairer ones along the Main Line. He is not large in stature, but what he lacks here is made up by his mop” of wavy chestnut hair. Incidentally, it has often been asked whether or not the fair ones fall for the hair or what is beneath it Somehow or other, his name always recalls that of a well-known mythological god, none other than the famous Morpheus. Aside from all this nonsense, “Bert” is a chap of a serious nature. The truth of this is easily established by the fact that he enters Medical School next year. We are quite cer- tain that in another five years “Bert” will be a full-fledged M.D. Art Society (4). Dual Masl{ Club (4). Lambda Kappa Delta (1, 2, 2, 4). Freshman Football. Freshman Basketball. New Dorm. Football and Baseball (2, 2). Inter'Frat. Basketball (2). Inter'Frat. Football (2). Dramatics (4). Symphony Orchestra (I, 4). Smitt! . ■ -II� rt 16 HENRY WILLIAM SNYDER 867 7 . Forty-eighth St., Philadelphia, Pa. Roman Catholic High School B. S. in Economics EET the “Ad! Surely, you've heard of him. if you are in any way con nected with Villanova. For Henry ier, as he is formally known, early gained fame. Who can forget that night of the ‘ “ “ — the local bill was none other than the “Ad. and what marvelous feats he performed! Three-inch pipe treated like so much pretzel-dough! Iron spikes twisted into uselessness! Hundreds of pounds lifted with the teeth alone! These wonders were enough to prove that here was no ordinary mortal. His deeds on the gridiron, his winning of the A. A. U. heavy- weight championship, his wrestling ability, all were added proof. Funny thing, though, the “Admiral has another distinction. He is the athlete who, having come to College for the purpose of studying, proceeded to study. Football or no, he always made sure that his work was prepared, and, as a result, had no trouble in making the scholastic grade. Yes, the “Ad is an all- around man, and no mean contender in anything. We have no fear that we will l°se lrack °f him, for wherever he goes he will make his presence felt. Actor, strong man, wrestler, boxer, and good fellow—a man of his talents never stays long in obscurity. Delta Pi Epsilon (I, 2. 3. 4). Dual Masl{ Club (4). Knights of Columbus. Football, “V flt 2. 3. 4), Track. “V (I, 2, 3. 4). Boxing Coach (I. 4). Dramatics (I, 2, 3, 4). Freshman Entertainment (I). Christmas Tree Entertainment (2, 3J. Middle Atlantic Amateur Heavyweight Boxing Champion. 926-27 6 Km cLiPi°!:t26.27maUUr Heavyw‘,ght M,dd!l£tlmt,C Wrestling Champ,on, “Atlmlral,” “A ” | E present Dick” as our easy going man with the fighting spirit; good humored, hut serious; smiling, hut determined. Shortly after his arrival at Villanova, Dick gained a host of friends, and has been a popular figure on the campus ever since. We may horn estly acclaim him a versatile young gentleman, because in studies, society, and all college activi' ties he is in the lead. As an athlete he showed prowess on the track, and his ability gained for ___________ ______________________ him the coveted V . He leaves behind a scholastic record which is indicative of a model student. No doubt, we will find him numbered among the literati in the near future. In college activity, “Dick was engrossed with the Student Board of Discipline. It was greatly through his constant efforts that Student Government was success fully put into practice at Villanova. Although his scholastic work and college activities took much time. “Dick also lent his charming personality to the social life of Villanova. With the fair sex he is a favorite. “Dick’s beaming smile could be seen at all the social functions of the College and the vicinity. Dick is going into the world well equipped with knowledge and with a character to which success must respond. At Villanova he has gained more than the average, and Villanova likewise has gained more than an average amount by his work. Villanova feels proud to be able to send into the world this scholar and gentleman. Lawrence Club (2, 3, 4); Treasurer (4). Dual Mask Club (4). Epsilon Phi Theta (2, 3, 4). Student Council Secretary (4). Track V (2. 3. 4). Football (2). Every Freshman. Assistant Manager. Chairman, Student Board of Discipline (4). Junior Week Committee. Belle An Ball Committee. Belle Air Editorial Staff. 167 PAUL G. TAYLOR 112 Kenilworth Road, Merion, Pa. K. C. H. S. Club (I. 2. 3. 4). Plu Kappa Pi (1, 2, 3, 4). Day Students' Club (2, 3, 4). A. S. C. £. (3, 4); Vice Preside R.C.H. S. Club Baseball (I). R. C. H. S. Club Football (2). Class TracJ( (2, 3, 4). By-Law Committee, A. S. C. E Class Treasurer (2). Football Varsity (2). • . ••Park” Roman Catholic High School ARGE milky clouds roll lazily over the heavens. Their slow passage gradually reveals a vision rare. Radiant faces of the gods of wisdom and knowledge (whatever be their names) emit piercing blades of light, as if to blind the eyes of lowly human observers below. The voice of one is heard to exclaim, “Mon Dieu, e’est Pork! And lo! tis he, as in life, in high confab with the Mighties. So would it seem to us at times in the classroom that Paul would hold such a council. His precociousness is but one of his glorifying characteristics. Another is his tweed suits. The word “suits” causes the author to employ a pun because he knows a certain suit that this young man is pressing quite seriously for a certain young oh! let us not speak of it. Twould be an unusual day were he not found in company with the mountain' ous Gallen, as they both expended their energy on the hide of a particular under grown classmate. Again, 'twould be an unsual day were one to walk upon the campus and not find “Pork’s head 'neath the raised hood of his trusty Hupp. He has always, somehow or other, wanted to be a contractor. Judging by his remarks it seems as though a couple of steam shovels are just waiting for his graduation. Wc do feel, though, that many successes arc lurking back in the shadows awaiting only that glori' ous day of graduation. 168 JOSEPH FRANCIS VELLUZZI 311 Avenue C, Bayonne, H- J. Bayonne High School B. S. in Biology USQUAM est qui ubique est may well he applied to “Joe,” who since he matriculated at Villanova four years ago has worked with diligence and perseverance to uphold his renutation as one of our most brilliant students. Coining from New Jersey, a State which boasts of many and varied types of mosquitoes, Joe must have been bitten by the mosquito of learning, for he never grew weary of delving into the most intricate problems of philosophy and chemistry. In the latter field he attained singu- lar prominence. To limit his accomplishments to the classroom would be to deny him his just due; his ability to yield a racquet on the tennis courts is far superior to any student on the campus. We say student, because we hear that a certain member of the Faculty took unusual delight, much to “Joe's discomfort, in manifesting his superior ability in this particular sport. As a member of Prof. Zebrowskfs rifle team. Joe was always capable of returning from the hunt with a catch, which would do justice to any member of the squad. 'Joe” will enter a medical school next September in order to further pursue his studies, and from our associations with him we feel that his honest effort, and conscientious endeavor will bring everlasting fame to the name and reputa- tion of his Alma Mater. We wish you the best of success, ”Joe.” Italian Club (3, 4). Hew Jersey Club (3, 4). Lambda fCuppa Delta (I, 2, 3. 4). Knights of Columbus. Pre'Med. Football (I, 2). Hew'Dorm. Football (2). Prc Med. Baseball (2, 3). Chemistry Medal. 169 J. FRANCIS YAKE, Jr. 202 Oxford Road. McSherrystown. Pa. Hanover High School . B. S. in M. E. ) OME four years ago there journeyed from McSherrystown a blue- eyed ________ youngster who parted his name on the side, gave the whole world a pleasant smile and confessed to a liking for engineering. He looked the College over, decided he liked Hogan's Alley and settled there. And he s still located in the same room. He settled, we say, but he did not stagnate by any means. For, although he is not the biggest man in the class physically, he certainly is one of the most active. Wherever there is work to be done, Francis can be found in action, and any organization with which he is connected can testify to his efficiency. Phi Kappa Pi, under his leadership, has enjoyed its most successful year, and the Knights of Columbus, Villanova Chapter, is flourishing financially with “Yake collecting the shekels. Withal J. Francis has been a shining light in the classroom. His books always received careful attention, so that whenever he came out of an “exam singing the blues, nobody sympathized with him. Small need of it—he rarely had to worry. The only problem that ever baffled him was a motion-picture projector. Things will be different when Francis goes out from Villanova. We ll miss him But our money is down on it that he will find success in life, because he s a brilliant, hard-working man, and a true friend. Music Club (4). Phi Kappa Pi (1,2, 3,4); President (4); Treasurer (2). A. S. M. E. (2. 4); Secretary (4). Kniglu of Columbus, Financial Sscretarx (4) Class Trac (2). A. S. M. E. Baseball (2). Phi Kappa Pi, Basketball Manager (2). Owl Staff. Business Manager (4). Belle Air Editorial Staff (4). Band (3, 4). Sophomore Soiree Committee. Alumni Day Committee (2). Junior Weel( Committee (2). . Autumn Hop Committee (2). _ . Thanksgiving Hop Committee (4). Frank” 170 172 St. Mary?§ Hall Graduates . • • wc were brothers all In honor, as in one community. Scholars and gentlemen. (Wordsworth) HE above quotation, there is not a doubt, can be fittingly applied to these young fellow-students of St. Mary's Hall. Through four years they have pursued the same course of studies which now enables them to secure the coveted A.B. degree. Such close companionship, strengthened and sustained by their regular habits of working, studying, and rccrc' ating together, have made them, indeed, brothers all Scholarly ness and gentlemanliness have been promoted in then by a con- scious application to study and a strict adherer.ee to a rule of life. Villanova can be justly proud of such a magnificent group of up- right young men and she will, in the future, point with great pride to their names and the records which they have carved on the annals of her history. Art, philosophy, science, and religion have been the main sources from which they drew those truths that are necessary for a more rational understanding of the moral and theological studies which they are about to undertake. That breadth cf vision, which only the philosophical course can give, has become their proud possession. May they continue to enlarge that vision, increase their knowledge of the sciences, both sacred and profane, and sanctify their lives, to the end that they may secure the object of their noble ambitions. Their fellow-students of the College are but pronounc- ing their sincerest sentiments when they wish them every success 173 JOSEPH A. GRIFFERTY, A.B. Germantown, Penna. CASUAL glance at the photograph below has, perhaps, convinced the reader that he is about to listen to the eulogy of an intellectual giant. e in c and searching gaze of the eyes and the firmly compressed lips to en, be sure, the man of more than average intelligence. And there is, indeed, much to be said for such an appraisal. For J0 1. is, if anything, a student. But we who have worked with him, will dwell with fond recollection, not so much on the sober- minded man of the classroom, as upon the merry and happy lad of the campus. A never-failing smile, a charming tenor voice, and all the talent lavishly bestowed on him by Nature, are all explanations for this great esteem. The future no man knows. But we feel sure in predicting that, when the mass of men has been sifted by the trials of life, one of the few to survive the ordeal will be Joseph A. GritTerty. JOHN J. DALEY, A.B. Atlantic City, ?{ew Jersey “Send me men girt for the combat, men who arc grit to the core.”—Service. r F THE world seeks one girt for the com- bat and grit to the core, it need search no longer for its man. In the person of John Daley, alias “Herby,” a citizen of the renowned World's Playground, we have all the qualities that go to make up this ideal. To cor- roborate our last statement, it is only necessary to glance at the list of his brilliant achievements in eight years at Villanova. The records reveal him as a student, who excels in all branches of study; an all-around athlete; a gifted performer on the clarinet, and, most of all, a man and a comrade. With all these admirable characteristics we can be sure that “Herby,” although by no means a big man in stature, will, nevertheless, certainly be one of the big men of Villanova‘s sacerdotal Alumni. 174 THOMAS F. MAGEE, A. B. Philadelphia, Pa. BRENDAN A. McCONNELL. A.B West Philadelphia, Pa. True glory lies in the silent conquest of ourselves. RENDAN came to us from West Catholic High, Philadelphia Mother Nature blessed him with a big frame and a still bigger heart. Like the still waters of a mill pond, his is a deep nature, seldom ruffled on the surface, but always flowing—slowly, but surely. He is a past master at the blank stare,” but this proves very often to be his shield, protecting him until he has sharpened his wits for a pointed come back.” As might well be expected from one who can mask” his face at will, Brendan, or Max” as he is more familiarly called, has taken leading parts in several of our class plays. Of late, too, we have learned that he cherishes in his big heart a love for Nature and her beauties; his colorful contributions to The Monican” have revealed to us this side of his character. With such sympathy for all of God's creatures and such an aptitude for dogged per- severance in any undertaking, we entertain the brightest hopes for this classmates success in the arduous calling of the priesthood. 'OM is naturally of a quiet, unassuming nature, but his smiling Irish eyes” reveal a wide-awake mind. That he is mentally «alert at all times has been conclusively proved time and again during his six years' sojourn at Villa nova. To illustrate Tom's” cap«icity, we might mention that he was taken from us during the school year and made a prefect in the College, a position which makes severe demands upon a student's time for study. Villanova entertains high hopes, Tom, of your being one of her learned priests. Tom” has made an enviable record in his studies, his opinion often settling some scholastic matter which had been warmly debated by his vivacious classmates. On the baseball field espe- cially, “Tom's” athletic ability has been mani- fested in class contests. Although slight in build, his leaning” on the ball has often driven it far from home.” 175 JOHN J. McKNIFF, A.B. Media, Penna. mon N THE feature delineations of the accompanying picture there is evidenced marks of physical soundness, intellectual astuteness, ani rectitude. Nor docs it require a physiognomist to come to t is conL We need but to consider that John has been sheltered in the maternal embrace of Alma Mater since 1919. And today he represents another one of those who have joined that long and illus- trious rank of examples of Villa nova's great work in the Christian education of manhood. Coming to Villanova as a mere youth, John won at the very outset the esteem and regard of the Faculty, as well as the affection of his class. Not to be daunted by the many difficulties which are attendant upon every youth in his quest of learning, his persevering endeavors overcame all. John, Alma Mater is proud of you. She has always known you as a student and a gentleman. May you always persevere, and in the near future be numbered among her priests. 55! A BERNARD F. McCONVILLE, A.B. Ardmore, Penna. ' HE greater part of “Ben's school days were spent here, in good old Villanova. Coming here in 1919, he entered the Freshman Class of the Prep School and was graduated with honors in 1923. The following year Ben” returned as a college student, and since that time has been one of our most popular and capable students. Ben's” character and dispositions have at all times been the admiration of his classmates. Quiet, most sincere, gentlemanly almost to a fault, are some of the gems which have won for him a place in the esteem and affection of all of his classmates. No doubt Alma Mater, in conferring upon Ben” the degree for which he so long and ardently worked, will be repaid a hundred fold. For he will soon be found. prT amon£ those other sons of Villanova of whom we are so proud, giving his all in the grand effort of imparting to others the nobler things of life. 176 I EE JOHN J. McMENAMIN, A.B. Atlantic City, Hew Jersey MICHAEL J. O'DONNELL, A.B Atlantic City. H u Jersey A good name is better than riches.”—Cottier E KNOW that riches do not make the man, hut the man who is a good man has riches untold The same can he said of “Mike.” Of this world’s riches he has little, hut he is a good man. hence, great is his wealth. Michael first saw the light of day some twenty-one years ago in the metropolis of ' Broth- erly Love.” Shortly after, the O’Donnell's mi- grated to Atlantic City, so Michael went with them. There, in the place where so many lost their wealth, our classmate found riches of body and mind. Not infrequently, he employs his wits in defense of the city of his adoption. “Mike” is both a student and an athlete of ability, starring in baseball and swimming. He has all the qualities necessary for a good man, a sound mind in a sound body, qualities that riches can never buy. X ?rrrr HE surf, with its powerful, inspiring, ceaseless drive, must have influenced this classmate of ours in early years. His life seems to be in perfect rhythm with this famous feature of his home-town. The sciences have been mastered by his stern application; taste and skill in poetry and music arc cultivated with natural fondness. The crowning glory of all these achievements is the bond uniting them. The fusion of sterling qualities has destroyed all possibility of that changeableness which, strangely enough, tends to display too much oi one thing, . , . followed closely by too much of another. In conferring a op01' Villanova has found a worthy subject. Eight years of training within her walls have been sufficient to prove this. In the advancing years our oun£ ncn lV . receive from his Alma Mater a more coveted and far different looms ahead and in a few years Villanova will have another son well-fitted to uphold its glorious traditions. 177 FREDERICK I. RYAN, A.B. Troy, 7 ew Yor T IS four years since we first made the acquaintance of “Fred.” But they have flown swiftly and it is with regret that we see their close, for it means that we have but few more to spend with him. In class and out we have learned to admire his studious industry and to know and appreciate his quiet humor and friendly ways. Never too busy for a kind word, never too hurried for a friendly smile, this fellow-student won the hearts of all. The priesthood is the chosen field of his work, and with the qualities that arc his we feel that he cannot but be successful. That true success may be yours, “Fred, is the sincere wish of all who know you. JOHN M. STARRS, A.B Philadelphia, Pa. ANY years have passed since Villanova's firmament began to be illumined by that particular portion of the starry kingdom, popularly known as Johnny Starrs. Yet this long span of years has but served to develop and nurture the qualities of mind and body which were latent in this shining-faced lad of the “Preps.” It is hard to believe that the man who now punishes the beams to the tune of 200 plus, was once the stripling of a mere 130 pounds; and that the entertaining conversationalist we now know, was ever the untutored lad who scorned the Queen's English for the sake of the “patois” of his beloved South Philadelphia. It need hardly be said, that the vast circle of his friends arc hoping sincerely that life will generously reward the kind-hearted fellowship and the manly strength of character which we have learned to associate with the name of John Starrs. I 9 £.7 - V 178 ALOYSIUS J. TIERNEY, A.B HENRY A. WIERMAN, A.B. McSherrytown, Penna. AH strolled in on us one day way back in 1919 and the only regret we have is that he will not be with us eight years more instead of three. A friend to all, he has succeeded in making us all his fast friends. Never has there been a more sunny presence within Villanova's grey walls. Philadelphia, Pa. GENTLEMAN in the truest sense of New man's words is “Al, who not only “never offends anyone, but does much to make happy the lives of those about him. After a year at St. Joseph's in Philadelphia, “Al entered our own Villanova Prep, 'way back in 1920. Throughout his scholastic days he has ever been characterised by a happy and friendly disposition. His natural ability seems to lie in languages, which, as the Prof” remarks, he speaks like a native. On the campus “Al” is an enthusiast of every sport, but has a decided turn for golf. Photography is his principal hobby, and in the past, some of his productions have adorned the pages of the Bf.llf. Air. Many a time has an unexpected joke from ''Al'' dispelled the gloom in a classmate's heart. We are all glad that we may for some time yet bask in the sunshine of his cheerfulness, as he continues with us in his course toward the priesthood. Harry shines in other respects, too. A rare student, he is withal a fine athlete. Baseball and basketball are his specialties, but he excels in all forms of sport. By nature shy and retiring, he succeeded in concealing this athletic prowess until “found by his classmates. His amiable temper and pleasing qualities have gained and will gain for him friends wherever he may be, and his underlying seriousness assures success in his chosen career. 179 JOHN F. WILSON, A. B Troy, J ew Tor 180 Senior Class Committees Thanksgiving Dance Committee John J. Byrne, Chairman William Hurley J. Francis Yake Clarence Dana Thomas McManus J. Howard Brady Andrew J. Sloan Committee to Interview Fr. Griffin Regarding Senior Privileges Matthew Oberholzer, Chairman Andrew J. Sloan John R. Cunningham Harry J. Burlington James J. Shea Publicity Investigation Committee Joseph Brennan, Chairman Francis Lough ran J. Howard Brady Belle Air Ball Committee Albert Brown. Chairman Marshall Halpen Patrick Kirwan Joseph McHenry Wallace McLaughlin Peter P. Perri Richard M. Sullivan Wallace Quin James J. Shea Senior Representatives on Board of Discipline Herbert Madden. Chairman Andrew J. Sloan John R. Cunningham Richard M. Sullivan Senior-Junior Smoker Committee John R. Cunningham, Chairman John J. Gallen Joseph Brennan Joseph McHenry Thomas McManus Augustus A. Baron Commencement Committee Aucustus A. Baron, Chairman James J. Shea :I9' 7 r. . 181 Class Hi memorv vvill iVega.tc to, oblivion a multitude of life's details, variety ■ ( Vi rela,n with a degree of freshness, vestiges, at least, of a pronertv TK CntS' l ese some are too sacred to become public recesses of � k 1' ! wcrc fallowed and cherished in the utmost pre LnHy LVu Vthers thcre arc tha stand out in high relief as y orthy of being preserved in public record and handed down ---� u., -,,vnnr v.� ..— ... ,----------- to posterity. From pristine days men have kept a record of their noteworthy acconv plishments. Such a record we call their history. In unbroken succession each generation, stimulated by a just pride, has added its chapter to the books of « • - —-.«Ion our � --------- -......... ”} « F1IW� ,af 'TV .w J Y- relate our universal history. So we of the Class of '28, inheritors of this tr« , history of three years at Villanova. ■ t e On an Autumn day in 1924 we arrived from many diverse ct on j!iation, country to a diminutive station called Villanova. There, in agitation and trep we wondered why we had left home and mother. We were strangers strangers in a strange land. But it is not the property of true Villanovans long to remain }™n'yke Common grievances soon united us in the bonds of sympathy and fnends ip- Caesar, we came, we saw, but very much unlike Caesar, we were conquere . |c whether we willed it or no, we were straightway enrolled in the Ancient 01 Order of Hobble Gobble.” But once to every man entering Villanova Junior Out Officer� 184 privilege given. To deny oneself of the honor is to create a void in one’s college career. For, although we were subjected to every form of humiliation, both public and private, and inveighed against with a choice assortment or opprobrious, if colorful names, we nevertheless emerged from the ordeal with a deep appreciation of our responsibilities as college men and with an abiding loyalty to Villanova. What was an apparent ignominy, became a social levelcr, engendered in us a real class spirit, and imbued us with lasting ideals worthy of true Villanovans. In due time we assembled for the election of class officers. To guide us through the hazards of Freshman days we chose William McGuinn for President, Arthur Farren for Vice-President, Bernard Dolan for Secretary, and Edward Minor for Treasurer. They served the class faithfully, but as Freshmen we claim no monumental record of achievements. We did. however, acquaint ourselves with the traditions of Villanova and we laid the foundations for a united class. Our chief distinction in that year lies in the fact that some of our classmen were instrumental in burying Villanova's football jinx. We were also credited with having dispatched, incognito, the President of the Sophomore Class on a nocturnal errand. We held our own, for the remainder of a rather uneventful year until late in the Spring when we elected officers for our Sophomore year. The enthusiasm and interest manifested in this election presaged the active part we were to take in the class activities for that year. John F. Larkins was chosen President; Joseph A. Barry, Vice-President; Hubert H. Oberlics, Secretary; and John R. Sullivan, Treasurer. The Fall of 1925 found us returned with renewed vigor and anxious to play our part as host at the annual reception to the Freshmen. Needless to say. we did this with much gusto as well as with consummate skill as any Freshman would testify. However, we endeavored to compensate and restore amity by a Smoker whereat we displayed our histrionic abilities to the Freshmen. We were keenly disappointed by the non-return of President Larkins. Nevertheless, the class quickly reorganized and Vice-President Barry ascended to the office of President. Thomas A. Cronin was elected to succeed President Barry as Vice-President, and Leslie Burns was appointed Chairman of that “Bete noir of every Freshman- The Vigilance Committee. This committee functioned notably and effectively maintained the Freshmen in their proper status. We showed our mettle at the outset of our Sophomore year when we sponsored a Victory' Entertainment and Dance in honor of Villanova’s gridiron warriors. It was a happy climax to a successful season. Our next appearance on the starry social firmament came under the guise of the Sophomore Soiree. It was a brilliant affair marked by a distinctiveness and originality which brought our class to the fore as a high light in the social world at Villanova. The Committee arranging the dance was headed by William J. Reardon, who was ably assisted by James D. Burnes, Leslie Burns. Joseph Green, William Haly, Timothy McCarthy, Raymond Moymhan and Edward Wallis. They performed their work very' commendably' and much credit is their due. With the Soiree the curtain fell on the school year and we repaired to our homes for the summer vacation. The following September found us at the threshold of our climacteric year. The Junior year is universally acknowledged to be the most important year, scholastically and socially, of the college career and to uphold its traditions we bent every sinew. An indication of the good-will of the members and rapport existing in t e class was evinced when all the officers, excepting one, of the previous year were re-elected. The one exception was the office of Vice-President which was tendered to Thomas McNee. We broke away, characteristically, from custom when, in the Fall of this year we contracted with a new firm for our class rings. Although we got off to a late i art in t is matter, both the company and the class members lent every aid to 1 C nn8s so that as a result many an “only one” back home '■as aunting a Villanova emblem during the Christmas holidays, or, dare we say °r a l,™e: Committee which very competently handled the details were Thomas Crane Chairman; John J. Byrnes, William C. Goggin, Paul L. Maloney, John J. McGlone, and Francis McGrath. Immediately following the Christmas recess, plans were formulated for holding out eXurayaga,,Ua of ,the Jun,or y r—“Junior Week.” To properly carry was iHnntoi e rad‘t'°n;customary plan of appointing two distinct committees co , , f. Committee, with William C. Goggin as Chairman, { hC fi° i0Ww8U Howard J Avil’ James F. Conner, Thomas F. Crane, 1 i°m McDonnell, James R. Nealon, Francis D. McGrath, Walter G,m2’.FrCd|nik Y0U,ng and nard J. Young. The personnel of the Prom F F™tceR ,nduded Gerard A. Kilcourse, Chairman; Martin P. Callan, George William H Vincent ou c’ John J. McDevitt, Richard J. Newman, and for thellfir nm C“7eC C W«w a, „ .een l°°king forward to ever since we witnessed, and nlannin r ’ ee n our freshman year. Always we were aspiring succeeded irf n! °n ,ts. features when our time would come. That we have distinctive h .Kii J ree is our proud boast. We introduced the blazer as the welcomed °f ,the Ju?ior durin the week. Our Junior Jubilee was a The Blue Bl,7 R,0n and one that promises to become a Junior Week tradition, affair was f u ” off much eclat. The Tea Dance, in itself a «ala ( u y enjoyable after a diamond victory over Boston College. arrayA()fS™i ntJU.u‘‘ ,r Sm,oke.r- sponsored by the Senior Class, featured a brilliant program™, . I 1n,ide.f“ :1 delightful entertainment. A major part of the program was accorded to the Dual Mask Club. Their offering, The Executioner. was ably and well received. A gridiron classic that was all that its name implies furnished thrills aplenty for the spectators. It resulted lfr,UmPh or Ld Hunsinger’s “Proteges over Harry Stuhldrehers “Prodigies.” The participation of Coaches otuhldreher and Hunsinger in the game provided a real treat for the onlookers. So widespread was the prestige we achieved that the hiladelphia papers contained a photographic account of cur Class Day. The flamboyant blazers lent color to the parade. After a week of varied and highly interesting activities the zenith was reached in the Junior Prom. Only the highest praise for this affair was heard on every side. It drew the largest number ever to attend a Villanova Dance. The rapturous music dispensed by Murphy's Musical Skippers made dancing irresistible and the luxurious and magnificent ball room of the Manufacturers' Club provided a proper atmosphere. Now we have neared the end of this most successful year. But ere we conclude our history it would not be amiss to do honor to those of our class who have done so much in establishing the prominent position it occupies in every field of endeavor on the campus. Since football predominates over other activities, it is in order to first consider what 28 men have done on the gridiron. Our class includes such scintillating performers as Captain-elect and flashing quarterback Paul Kuczo; the redoubtable fullback, Frank Jordan; the elusive John Slane, and the stalwart tackle. Pessolano. Others who acquitted themselves admirably are “Red Fay, who was handicapped by an injury received early last Fall; Chuck Cummings, Pug Burns, Joe” Lcitner, and Jake” Jokobowsky. On the diamond, members of our class constitute the nucleus of the College nine. There is Captain “Tom Crane, star twirler; fleet-footed Chris Lolos, who has starred in many spectacular plays; “Jimmy Burns, the nimble shortstop; “Chuck Cummings, who is very capably taking care of the dizzy corner; “Ted Slomkowski, the reliable port sider; “Jack McDonnell, Paul Kuczo, Frank Anastasia and John Conti. They are even now proving their worth and their performances reflect only the highest merit to their school as to their class. On the chalked court we are represented by two men of exceptional ability. Captain-elect Joseph Barry and Christos Lolos. They are a combination that have spelt defeat for a great many opponents and they will be the mainstays for the next year's team. In dramatics, members of our class have literally held the centre of the stage. In Every Freshman” the leading roles were carried by '28 men “Bill Goggin, as “Horatio,” the college grind, made the most of a difficult part; Hubert Oberlics very cleverly impersonated one of the fairer sex; John Slane played the lead, and Jerry Kilcourse was very convincing as the villain. In Vision,” '28 men again predominated. Their versatility as thespians was demonstrated by the ease with which they played heavier and more exacting roles. Jerry Kilcourse switched to the hero role and “Jack Slane gave a very realistic portrayal of the character of Judas. Bill Goggin made a true picture of Gamaliel, the Pharisee, and John McDevitt cut an imposing figure as the leader of the Roman Cohorts. We arc further identified with every form of activity on the campus -the band, the symphony orchestra, college publications and the other organizations and societies affiliated with the College. We have arrived at the exalted state of Seniority. Its mantle will soon fall to our lot. It carries with it a great dignity and also greater responsibilities. We embrace both with an abiding trust in God to guide our steps and lead us to a truer realization of our noble ambitions. JOHN M. AMORE 96 Loc Street, Phillipsburg, N- J. St. Philips and St. James High School Biology ’ore FRANCIS J. ANASTASIA 5531 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. West Phila. Catholic High School Economics ’■Frank, ‘’titatz” Ifu j tia HOWARD J. AVIL Glenloch, Chester Co., Pa. West Phila. Catholic High School Engineering “Hoiric” JOSEPH A. BARRY National Parf{. N- • Camden Catholic High School Economics MAURICE J. BLAKE 37 Marlborough Road, Stonehurst, Pa West Phila. Catholic High School Maurry” JAMES D. BURNES Orchard Street, Cos Cob, Conn. Greenwich High School Economics 188 Parnc, in ten THOMAS LESLIE BURNS Balboa Heights. Canal Zone. Panama Villanova Preparatory School Biology •• '•i MART P. CALLAN 4144 Aspen Street. West Philadelphia. Pa. West Phila. Catholic High School Engineering “Hart, “t: hcr” ANTHONY F. CAPRIO 87 High Street. 7 ewar , . Barringer High School Biology ‘•my' WILLIAM H. CLINTON 420 Parkinson Terrace. Orange. • Orange High School Engineering •itar WILLIAM A. CONLEY 127 W. 4th Avenue, Conshohocl(en. Pa. St. Matthews High School Arts “inn. “Urn” JAMES F. CONNER 2969 Taylor Street. Philadelphia. Pa. Phila. Roman Catholic High School Economics “JhM 189 THOMAS J. COSKREN, Jr. 2 Saratoga Terrace, Lawrence, Mass. Lawrence High School THOMAS J. CRANE Girardville, Pa. East Township High School Pie, Rh anto,” •• tiiMtii” Economics CARL P. CUMMINGS 417 Taylor Avenue, Scranton, Pa St. Bonaventure's Preparatory School Chtirk C urnreiingi. EDWARD H. FARRELLY West Chester, Pa. St. Agnes' High School “Mac, Xed” “Ed, “Family” real i FENTON JOSEPH FITZPATRICK 124 W. Chestnut Ave., Chestnut Hill, Pa. St. Joseph's Preparatory School Engineering ‘ Greek,” Lon EMMANUEL J. GALLAGHER Conshohoc en Pi e, Conshohocfan, Pa. St. Matthew's High School Economics Oet ia hcr 190 N iffxn Houle JAMES J. GARA, Jr. 4626 Greene Street, Germantown, Phila., Pa. Assisi High School Engineering VIM WILLIAM CHARLES GOGGIN 58 Morningside Avenue, New Torl{ City, N- T. All Hallows Institute Economics ••UrfiatUray Hill JOSEPH A. GREENE 615 Third Street. Brooklyn, N- Y. St. John's Preparatory School Economics ••linitio. Auric S. J. HAFFEN 308 East 162nd Street, New Tor City, N- Y. Villanova Preparatory School Economics linn JOHN JOSEPH HALEY 224 South Wahuit Street, West Chester, Pa. St. Agnes' High School Economics “Jnck-IIhA;’ ‘ Kill RAYMOND T. HOULE 55 Russ Street. Hartford, Conn. Hartford Public High School Biology It no • • 191 EDWARD JAFFE 4112 Par side Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. West Philadelphia High School Economics “Eddy” PETER P. JACOBOWSKY 18 Gilman Street, Bridgeport, Conti. Bridgeport High School Engineering “.hike” ou’sk FRANCIS L. JORDAN Great Falls, Mont. Great Falls High School Economics THOMAS M. KERRIGAN Gilberton, Pa. Gilberton High School ARTHUR M. KIERNAN 30 Coolidge Street, Lawrence, Mass. Lawrence High School “Touyh” -A rite GERARD A. KILCOURSE 1467 Dean Street, Brooklyn, N- Y. Villanova Preparatory School “Jerry” 192 i.txlor Laraond I.0I02 PAUL J. KUCZO 40 Hill Street, Stamford. Conn. Stamford High School Economics THOMAS F. LALLY 66 Richardson Street, 7 ew Brunswick. N- • St. Peter's High School Economics Tom” EMMET LALOR 24 Crandall Street. Glens Falls, T. St. Mary's Academy Engineering “Km. “Lai” Kutz” JAMES A LAMOND 63 Fern Street. Lawrence, Mass. St. John's Preparatory School Arts “LeW “Jim” JOSEPH FRANCIS LEITNER 235 Grant Street, Perth Amboy, 7 . J. St. Mary's High School Arts German .lor” “Whiteit” CHRISTOS S. LOLOS 19 Patrick Street. Chicopee Falls, Mass. Chicopee High School Economics “Chris” 193 JOAQUIN LOPEZ Stop 261 2, Ponce de Leon Ave., San Juan. P. R. Central High School, S. P. R. Engineering JAMES S. LYONS, Jr. 17 West Eagle Road. Oal mont, Pa. Haver ford High School Economics Jim PAUL L. MALONEY 637 West Long Avenue. Du Bois, Pa. St. Catherine s High School Economics timothy j. McCarthy 379 Lafayette Avenue. Passaic, W- • Passaic High School Economics william h. McCarthy 3634 Worth Seventeenth Street. Philadelphia, La Salle Preparatory School JOHN J. McDEVITT, Jr. 48 Howe Avenue. Passaic. W- J- Passaic High School Economics MeUc vitx Mac � 194 Gr-Uh Moore f. j. McDonald 5929 Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. West Phila. Catholic High Engineering ••Mac” JOHN J. McGLONE 8523 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. Villanova Preparatory School Economics “Johnny RICHARD X. McGOWAN 919 North 19th Street, Philadelphia. Pa. St. Joseph’s Preparatory School Engineering •Dick FRANCIS D. McGRATH 249 Sylvan Avenue, Waterbury, Conn. Crosby High School Arts “Packty “Ihinny THOMAS L. McNEE 6132 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. West Phila. Catholic High Engineering “Mac, “Ret! JAMES J. MOORE 15 Eno Avenue, Plymouth, Pa. St. Vincent's High School Arts “Jim 195 I RAYMOND M. MOYNIHAN 213 Willow Street, Kennett Square, Pa. Kennett High School Engineering “Ran,” “Monte” JAMES R. NEALON 76 Church Street, Plymouth, Pa. St. Mary's High School Biology tor,” “Jim nil RICHARD J. NEWMAN 19 Lenox Place. Staten Island, N- Y. Villanova Preparatory School Economics “Dick” HUBERT H. OBERLIES Rochester, N Y. Aquinas Institute Engineering “Huh JOSEPH J. O'DONNELL 222 George Avenue, Parsons, Pa. St. Mary's High, Wilkes-Barre Economics FRANCIS P. POTTER 1373 Sellers Street. Philadelphia, Pa. La Salle Preparatory School and Fran ford High Engineering ••Frank'' Qtec fcj 196 Qtutm Hurd on, RAYMOND QUIGG 53 La e Street, Webster, Mass. St. Louis High School Engineering 'noil. ••I'hmttr' JOSEPH B. QUINN 341 Master Street, Philadelphia. Pa. La Salle Preparatory Arts “Joe” ARTHUR J. REARDON 39 Vandeventer Avenue, Princeton, N- • Seton Hall and Villanova Prep. Economics Art,” “Ike” WILLIAM J. REARDON 117 River Street. Rutland. Vt. Rutland High School Biology Bar WALTER J. REEDY Dalton. Pa. St. Thomas College High School Arts Ho S. CLEMENT SHEEHAN 831 T orth Sth Street. Philadelphia, Pa. La Salle Preparatory School Arts 197 JOHN JOSEPH F. SLANE 42 Parl Street, Jersey City, N. J. St. Peter s Preparatory Economics “ V� .” “Baidu, dark THEODORE SLOMKOWSKI 4500 7 . 5th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Central High School Arts “Ted, “Slow� JOHN R. SULLIVAN 685 Maple Avenue, Hartford, Conn. Hartford High School Arts John U. ••Bull� WILLIAM HENRY VINCENT, Jr. 1722 W. Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. Phila. Roman Catholic High School Arts “Bill JOSEPH J. VOELKER 104 Penn Avenue, West Reading, Pa. Reading High School Engineering Jot EDWARD LUKE WALLIS 247 Pme Avenue, South Amboy. N- • St. Mary's High School rts Wall� . Co:r� “ I 198 I John J. Byrnes Vincent A. Colline John Conti John F. Donnelly George F. Fay John D. Ferrar John P. Harkins Horace B. Kreble James J. Laughlin Richard J. O'Brien James R. O'Donnell Louis C. Pessolano James P. Quindlan Pre- Medical Business Pre-Medical Business Business Pre-Medical Business Business Business Business Business Arts Arts Phillipsburg, New Jersey New York, New York Latrobe, Pennsylvania Mahanoy Plane, Pennsylvania Hartford, Connecticut Bayonne, New Jersey Villanova, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Highland Park, Pennsylvania Passaic, New Jersey Allentown, Pennsylvania New Kensington, Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania FREDERICK W. YOUNG Eaglesville, Pa. Norristown High School Engineering LEONARD J. YOUNG 84 Lexington Street, Lawrence. Mass. Lawrence High School Arts “Brownie, “Luke MARTIN YUSEM 5421 Woodbine Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. Economics Mart 199 I Student Council Representatives William J. Reardon, Vice'Chairman George F. Fay James P. Quindlan Representative on the Student Board of Discipline John R. Sullivan Junior Week Committee William C. Goggin, Chairman Francis D. McGrath James R. Nealon James R. O'Donnell Walter J. Reedy Frederick W. Young Howard J. Avil James F. Connor Thomas F. Crane R. Emmet Lalor John J. McDonnell Leonard J. Young Junior Prom Committee Gerard A. Kilcourse, Chairman John J. McDevitt William H. Vincent Richard J. Newman Martin P. Callan George F. Fay Raymond T. Houle Ring Committee Thomas F. Crane, Chairman William C. Goggin Francis D. McGrath John J. Byrnes Paul L. Maloney John J. McGlone umor Business Thomas J. Coskren William C. Goggin Gerard A. Kilcourse James P. Quindlan Editorial James Lamond Walter J. Reedy John R. Sullivan William H. Vincent 200 202 History of The Class of 1929 r °f tcn,n l c ycar 25, saw the matriculation of the largest t-redunsn Class in the history of Villanova College. Fresh from home Tkucnces, each and every member expected a gala reception. It An,n true_say that we were disappointed, for the initiation into the II , r cr Hobble Gobble, was a reception, the memory of which populace of Bryn m£w “ °Ur We WCre abashed and humi,iated before the prirn thm JhiS riati°n Was vcry di«asteful at the time, it accomplished its that in everS (' ” !! tau du us to love Villanova and her traditions. The fact constituted . college activity since our entrance, members of the class have learned TK� ° Participants, is substantial proof that this lesson was well vears wac 001 i r tCa!”� wb,cb was one of the best to represent Villanova in track team or tbc most part of Freshmen. The basketball, baseball and music hid mnrTtU ,cvldcncc lbc athletic ability of the class. Dramatics and music had more than their quota of Freshmen. chosen iWC Were °®cially organized as a class, when our officers were McCarthv Trrt Brook J as Hected President; John Gault, Vice-President; Neal very enera'tir 6 a nd a£ cs Jen ,ns, Treasurer. Under the guidance of these ' L n e®c,ent officers we lost no time in getting things under way. Entertainment !tk a ?,r conducted by the class, was the Freshman Smoker and ful and wnrthv fIC t0°k p acc ’n l e attcr Part °f March. It was highly success- rui and worthy of great commendation. Wee aav.Pfk ’ was observed the first day of the present Senior Class’ Junior In the field aSt a?°ther rb?l?ce, t0 prove its athletic prowess and Villanova spirit. hieh vorer In 'n W n bc ,d l,bat day the Freshman Class came out on top as class presented tK C ? 488 aradc bc d on the same day, the greater number of the P c emseiIves in a very novel, although not new, uniform. Accustomed 204 though we were to displaying that article of raiment in our leisure hours, we never felt that it would have to be called upon to serve in a Dress-Parade.” But although it was not our fortune, as “Knights of the Bath,” to secure the Class Parade Prize that year, the honor was accorded to us this year. We were very gratified to hear Fr. Fink announce, at the Junior Week tree planting exercises, that we had won the parade prize. The social activities of this term were then brought to a fitting climax on Fresh- man Day. This innovation was introduced at Villanova for the first time on May 8, 1926. It was a magnificent and wonderful success and one which bids fair to become a tradition at the College. The day was ushered in with a parade of the entire class in gay costumes. There were clowns, corsairs and freaks of every description. Noth- ing was wanting. Following this there was a field and track meet, and a tug-o-war between the Freshmen and Sophomores, in which the Sophomores were victorious. The crowning event came that night in the form of a Freshman Hop. It was in itself a brilliant social success, and a happy culmination to an eventful day. The novel scheme of lighting and decorating, created for this affair, evoked much praise. The lights shone from an encasement of green and white lattice work and cast a soft pale glow upon the scene below. Streamers draped down from these lights giving the gymnasium the appearance of a big tent, in perfect accordance with the spirit of the day. The atmosphere of the whole affair seemed to cast a spell of unalloyed happi- ness upon those who danced. It was, without a doubt, the best Freshman dance ever held at Villanova. The splendid success of the first Freshman Day was due mainly to the committees appointed by President Brooks, who acted as general chairman. They were as follows: Parade Committee John Gault. Chairman Thomas Lomasney Paul Manning Irwin McGuire Edward McGlinchey Dance Committee Frank Li Volsi, Chairman Neal McCarthy Edward Scannell Austin Tighe Joseph Kearney Color and Decorations Committee Anthony Pelicane, Chairman Novil Maloney Richard Schleicher Joseph Wade Day Students’ Committee James Welch, Chairman Edward Hayes Nathaniel Keyes Our return to college in the Fall of 1926 was marked by the ever-increasing spirit of class ambition. Due to the success of our Freshman year, the first meeting was alive with enthusiasm. We were determined to make this year an even greater success. The election of officers and plans for the “reception” of the incoming 20? Freshman Class were the topics considered at the meeting. Kenneth Brooks was re-elected President; Charles Martin, Vice-President; John Ahern, Secretary, and Austin Tighe, Treasurer. We took the Freshmen under our guiding wing and attempted to teach them the lesson we had learned so well—to instil into them the true Villanova spirit. Their initiation into the “Ancient Order of Hobble Gobble was accomplished in the approved style of these affairs. The annual trip to Bryn Mawr, attired in “evening clothes, together with a few individual trips to Philadelphia and the surrounding country, was conducted with much gusto. A Vigilance Committee, with John Gault as chairman, did its share in disciplining unruly Freshmen. It is needless to say, that as executors, we found the initiation much more pleasing than as victims. President Brooks realized the great amount of work necessary to successfully carry out the traditions of Junior Week. Therefore, at a meeting soon after the Christmas holidays, he appointed a committee, consisting of Bernard O'Hara and Richard Denny, to begin work this year. The duties of this committee were to observe the work of the present Junior Week Committee and its results and to formulate plans for our own Junior Week next year. They have already reported that they have a program outlined, and when it is developed, a week full of activity may be anticipated. A team has been chosen for the tug-o-war on Freshman Day. It consists of Kenneth Brooks, George Milne, Thomas McCoy, Richard Denny, Thomas Lomasney, Frank McCann, Louis Padula, Silvio Sabatini, James Turic, John Giovanucchi, Law- rence Furlong and Frederick Twomcy. With this mighty array of warriors, the class feels confident of compensating themselves for last year's defeat. The committee to take charge of the Sophomore Soiree was appointed at a meet- ing held in March and they arc as follows: Austin Tighe, Chairman; Antonio Mar- tinez and Francis McNulty, Richard Denny, Anthony Scllitto, James McIntyre, Rich- ard Schleicher and Henry Smith. The Soiree has ever been one of the foremost social events of the scholastic year. Each succeeding class has endeavored in every way to make their Soiree better than the preceding one. The Class of 1929, by reason of the excellent committee, chosen by our president, and the hearty co-opera- tion of the members of the class, which has been manifested many times during the past years, is supremely confident that this will be the greatest Soiree ever held at the College. After the Soiree will come the final examinations. These will mark the mid point of our college career. The records of the past two years will show that we have earned the right to be called Villanovans. In the two years yet to come, we will endeavor to attain to even greater heights, that glory and renown may be brought to our Alma Mater. John A. Ahern, Class Historian. - 206 Sophomore Pre-Medical Graduates AY the shades of my departed father,” as Robert Emmett once said, bring back the memories of Prc-Mcd days spent at Villanova. The days when “Smoky” Harris made nitro-benzine while smoking a cigarette in the ! Organic laboratory, and ““Vince” Shea left the water running overnight i in the same laboratory. Perhaps a nightingale shall sing at twilight and each silver chord shall bring back a picture of the men of Prc Med days at Villa- nova. A voluminous cloud hovering in the sky will, perhaps, signify “Louie” Padula, “ClafF, and Britt. A piece of coal—“Gene” Barrett, John Conroy and “Doc” Gannon. A locomotive—“Dick” Denny, the Altoona boilermaker. When we arc in Jersey we will remember ““Tony Pellicane, Wicznewski and John Lyons. South Philly will conjure up a picture of “Nat” Keyes, D'Agostino, Turetsky, Hal- pern, Marshall, and Harry Goldfinc. “A Song at Twilight, will recall “Tony” Scllitto, Sabatini, and “Bob” Turnbach. “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling,” will bring back Neal McCarthy and “Pat” McGlynn. These memories will serve also to recall Father Crawford, Father Dougherty, and Fr. Fink, who, perhaps, more than any one else, have served to foster the ideals of the Pre-Med Fraternity, and at the same time deal with benzine and nitratulcne. Professor Duncombe will a long time be remembered for his labs, starting devices and gravimetric determination of barium. 207 Charles Martin Louis Padula Silvio Sabatini Th� . s.lver chord is kept alive by such reminiscences, and the clouds that gather ten ispelled by recollections of the golden moments of Sophomore days. To keep a youthful heart and helping arm, these memories are an urge to carr on an conquer the trepidation that besets a professional career; the trepida- t n t at a our best efforts and which must be throttled down, to permit our climb to the heights of medical leadership. Sophomore Pre-Med. Graduating Eugene Barrett Dallas Blatt Thomas Breslin Edward Britt John Claffey John Conroy Joseph D'Agostino Richard Denny George Diehl John Domanski John D'Urso Joseph Franchina Paul Gannon Harry Goldfine James Haggerty Philip Halpern Maurice Harris John J. Jacobs Nathaniel Keyes John Lyons Philip Marshal Earl Mossey Vigilance Committee Austin Tighe John Ahern Charles Merdinger Richard Denny Thomas Martin Bernard O'Hara Erwin McGuire John Gault, Chairman Anthony Sellitto John Cresswell Joseph Mulray Hugh Nolan Francis T. McCoy James Haggerty William Myrtetus John McCarthy Initiation Committee Austin Tighe, Chairman John Gault William Myrtetus Joseph Maddock Sophomore Soiree Committee Austin Tighe, Chairman Antonio Martinez James McIntyre Richard Denny Richard Schleicher Anthony Sellitto Henry Smith Francis McNulty Class Neal McCarthy Patrick McGlynn Joseph O'Brien Louis Padula Anthony Pelicane William Rudolph Silvio Sabatini Anthony Sellitto Vincent Shea Maurice Turetsky Robert Turnbach 208 SOPHOMORE CLASS ROLL Engineering Prt-Mtdi«l Prc-Medic.il Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Business Business Business Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Engineering Business Pre Medical Business Arts Engineering Business Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Engineering Business Business Engineering Arts Pre-Medical Engi neering Arts Arts Business Pre-Medical Arts Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Business Business _ Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Business Business _ Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Business Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Engineering Business Pre-Medical Pre Medical Business Pre Medical Arts Business Pre-Medical Ahern, John A. Barrett, Eugene Blatt, Dallas Breslin, Thomas Breth, Samuel Britt, Edward Broderick, Joseph Brooks, John K. Brown, Roger M. Buckley, Francis J. Bygott, Henry J. Campbell, Richard C. Carle. Edward W. Canfield, Patrick L. Chodofi, Sydney C. CLiffey, John Conklin, Frank Conroy, Jonn Cresswell, John B. Cunningham, Joseph Curtin, John D. D'Agostino, Joseph Daly, John J. Daly, Riclurd F. Day, Charles G. Delahunty, Edward C. Dennis, Thomas F. Denny, Richard Di Bono, Peter Diehl, George A. Domanski, John Donahue. John P. Donahue, Ka mond A. 'Donaldson, William R Dorsey, Joseph P. Dowd. Paul J. Doyle, Vincent A. D'Urso, John Ellis, Enright A. Emory, Anthony F. Foley, John M. Ford, William J. Franchina, Joseph Fugazzi, Caesar F. Furlong, Lawrence Gannon, Paul Gault, John Geascy, Robert Giovannucci, Hugo J. Goehr, Philip H. Goidfin.’-. Harry Gutowski, Anthony Halpem, Philip Hannigan. Thomas J. ELinrik, George J. I Lily, Richard Hireling, Frank P. J. Harris, Maurice Haggerty, James M. Inglesby, Thomas A. Jacobs. Joseph J. Jenkins, James H. Jordan, Leon T. Joyce, Emmet Keyes, Nathaniel Kortc, Henry J. Lenoci, Ralph Eichetti, Edward J. Lomasney, Thomas Lonergan, Joseph Lyons. John McAniff, William McCarthy, Harold McCarthy, John T. McCarthy, McCarthy, Cornelius 209 McCann, Frank McCormick, John McCoy, Franci� T. McCoy, Thonui J. McDonald. Milo F. McDonald, Milo McDonough, James J. McGann. Leonard A. MeGinley, J. Donald McGlinchey, Edward J Me Glynn, Patrick McGuire, I rwin J. McGuire, John J. McHugh, John McIntyre, Jamex J. McKague, Bernard F. McNulty, Frank A. Maddock, Joxeph G. Man field, W. Roy Marslull, Philip Martin, Charlex L. Martin, Thomas J. Marline , Antonio Merdinger, Charles W. Milne, George Montagna, Neil Moxxey, Earl Mulray, Joxeph T. Murray, Owen L. Myrtetux, Charlex E. Myrtefux, William E. Nolan, Francis A. O'Brien. Joxeph O'Hara, Bernird O'Hara, Jamex P. O'Neill, Louix F. Padula. Louis Pellicane, Anthony Peterxon, Gustave N. Pie, Pierre B. Quinlan, Edward Regilxky, Joxeph M. Reiley, Eugene M. Reilly, James F. Rudolph, William Sabatini, Silvio Schlei-'her, Richard Schleifer. Nicholas L. Schneider, Joseph F. Schuyler, Joseph M. Sellitto, Anthony Severance, Alexander G Shea. Vincent T. Sichi, Harry I. Skellv, Carroll E. Skelly. Eugene C. Slant, James F. Smith, Joseph A. Smith. Henry J. Smith, Robert E. Sorbo, Jack P. Straxser, Edward J. Taylor, Joxeph A. Thornton, Harry Tighe, Austin T. Turek, Jamex I. Turetsky, Maurice Turnback, Robert Twomey, Fred H. Whelahan, John J. Watson, Frederick G. White, Patrick Weixer, Clinton R. Wickfum, Edward J. Wickham. Raymond J. Wisniewski, Theodore Wittman, Leon T. Woods, Jamex P. Woolman, Solomon Worthley, Paul C. Business Business Business Business Business Business Engineering Engineering Arta Pre- Medical Engineering Business Business Engineering Arts Arts Business Engineering Pre-Medical Arts Engineering Pre-Medical Business Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Business Business Business Business Pre-Medical Business Engineering Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Business Pre Medical Arts Pus;nesa Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Arts Engineering Engineering Pre-Medical Arts Pre-Medical Business Arts Business Business Business Art� Arts Business Engineering Botam Engineering Arts Business Pre-Medical Pre .Medical Business Arts Arts Pre-Medical Business Business Business Pre-Medical Busi Business Pre .Medical Business Scranton, Pa. Erie, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Atlantic City, N. J. Rockville Center, L. I. Brooklyn, N. Y. Marlin. Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Rochester, N. Y. Conshohockrn, Pa. Coal dale, Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Freeport, L. I. Lawrence, Mast. Philipsburg. N. J. Kesarney. N. J. Philadelphia. Pa. Roc heater, N. Y. Hartford, Conn. Caquas, Porto Rko West Orange. N. J. Millegan, Mont. Atlantic City, N. J. Cohoes. N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa. Bryn Mawr, Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Toronto, Canada Wilkes-Barre. Pa. Phoenixville. Pa. Newark. N. J. New Brunswick, N. J. Tompkinville, N. Y. Lamdownr, Pa. Port Chester. N. Y. McAdoo. Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Lansdowne, Pa. New York City, N. Y. Merchant ville, N. J. Catasauqoa, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Norriotown. Pa. Orange, N. J. Bronx, N. Y. Watrrbury, Com. Mones son. Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Oveehrook, Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Stamford, Conn. Collingswood, N. J. Phoenixville. Pa. S. Plainfield. N. J. Hoboken, N. J. Avoco, Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Junedale, Pa. Lawrence, Mass. Brooklyn, N. Y. Madison, N. J. Perth Amboy, N. J. lansdowne. Pa. Council Bluffs, Iowa Council Bluffs, Iowa Jersey City, N. J. Rochester, N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa Philadelphia. Pa. ubumdalr. Mess. I 211 212 Officers of 1930 Class lEPTEMBER 23, 1926 i' rh c I secondary pupils to coIWp « ?. ate marking our transition from whose members' °ur cl a diverse assemblage J l e Union, and, in some njterspersed throughout the various States of iy iJ 8PInt of Villanova Ca[e t without the confines of our country. I-------1 almost instantaneously Thar”10 10 l C x s )m °f cac single one of us ful to be affiliated with characteri � apnosphere which makes Villanova so delight- vincialism, snobbishness or diffid fnVC ? c cctually dispelling any vestiges of pro- distracted resolutions, is, in part th •at ?iay cx,st ,n s ,mc newcomers slightly which it performs one hundred nc C f tnt °S Y’ nova. This is its minor function, actcrized by uniting in a short sp CC r ’ cmdently; its final achievement was char- gated locations into one large fn ° I T6 t ',s grouP ot individuals from varie- performed its task, imparting nr . i °° y Imperceptibly, yet completely, it with enthusiasm the phlegmati' . ous )r onequalled suavity to the splenetic, firing the make-up of the diffident ,ncorP°rating self-confidence and sociability into Some time after the official nn effect that the entire Freshman PI mng °, College, notices were posted to the monition that the initiation woull j °i assemble in the auditorium. A pre- scient members of our group Tk - ca 1 ?ut on l ,s occasion struck the omni- evening we were initiated heir P iction was fulfilled: that Wednesday We convened at the annnm� aa i ance with the command of rk. P ?CC ,n “evening dress, pajamas, in accord- blindfolding, the second “tarrin V,5 ancc Committee. The first course was The order was given to file not r feathcnnK.“ using molasses as an adhesive. Here they applied cosmetic.” V Wc wcrc W down a stairway to the campus of a very attractive kind, in order to render our 214 History of the Class of 1930 Allie Gallagher, President Frank Kelley, Vice-President James Henry, Treasurer John McAndrews, Secretary pallid complexions compatible with our formal attire. Individually and collectively, we were compelled to do various silly and some perilous tricks at the command of our scholastic elders. Whenever the Hobble Gobble commanded, we prostrated ourselves and complied to its order. We, anxious, circumspect, apprehensive, confused beyond the point of think- ing, were led by a cable into Bryn Mawr. Many antics were performed which aroused the visibilities of motorists and pedestrians in this town. Some of our number were taken into Philadelphia. They were compelled to speechify at Broad and Chestnut Streets, to the amusement of passersby. The Hobble Gobble’s mandates were executed with blind obedience. The day after the initiation was soap manufacturers' feast day. The attempt to remove the local color was attended by violent scraping with more or less indifferent success. The beauty specialists, having so many to accommodate, tended to become careless, in some unaccountable way, parts other than the physiog- nomy received more than their share of the plentiful supply of cosmetic prepa- rations. From this time on a feeling of more firmly established fraternalism was in order. Having become acquainted, since the opening day, with our schedules and complied with the required social ceremony, we occupied our minds with the serious business of following our rosters and studying. We found college was not nearly the sinecure high school was. Even the so-called genius must study to get along in college. Extra-curricular activities were entered into by the Freshmen to no negligible degree. The Belle Air Ball saw a representation. The dances of the various clubs and fraternities were well attended by Freshmen. Many showed their dramatic interest and talent by turning out for the play, Every Freshman, given by the Villanova students at the Penn A. C., under the direction of Father Burns. Our football team's successes fired us with enthusiasm, many of us going to great trouble and sacrifice to witness its many victories. There are Freshmen stars in athletics, some versatile, some specializing, who made their abilities in their lines or line known. Prominent of these arc the foot- ball men, among whom might be mentioned Gillespie, Mclanson, McAndrews, Andrewlevitch, Gardner, Martin, Henry, Conlin, Vail, Nemeth, and August. The basketball men distinguishing themselves arc Gillespie and Henry. Baseball will, as the momentum of the season's progress increases, unearth many, so far Flana- gan, Mclanson, Hillen, Gillespie, and Henry have been discovered. Track has Brogan, Scanlon, Yamal!, Martin and Blumberg. After mid years, the Freshman Class met and the following men were elected to office: Allie Gallagher, President; Frank Kelley, Vice-President; James Henry, Treasurer; John McAndrews, Secretary. With such men at the helm there need be no apprehension for our class welfare. Committees have been appointed by the administration to discharge the duties concomitant with the coming social events, and we feel sure that their wise guidance, coupled with the loyal support and co- operation they will get from every member of the class, will secure the success of these affairs. 21? Freshman Committees Committee on Costumes for Junior Week Allie Gallagher, Chairman James J. Henry H. Bruce 1 Matthew McManus H. Bruce Murray Michael P. Rooney John J. McAndrews James Quinlan Joseph Keliher Committee for Snapshots for Year Book Joseph C. McManemin, Chairman Francis E. Corr Peter R. Kiernan Committee on Tickets, Etc., for Freshman Dance Kasper Blumberg, Chairman Francis Kelly Ralph Lenoci Raymond Bigley Joseph E. Kelley James J. Henry Abrachinsky, Maurice M. Art , Eli Aljmptctr, G. M. Amodei, F. Anderson, Robert C. Andrulcwicr, Theodore Ash, Joseph K. Attinif, SjIuIom S. Aurum, Edward Baratta, Jerry C. Barker, Grorgc N. Barney, Richard T., Jr. Barrett, Thomas Becker, Charles M. Beera, Julius J. Bertino, Dominic Bigley, Raymond BirmingKim, John F. Barry, Charley A. Blumberg, Kasper K. Bod nor, Stephen Bonner, Henry C. Booher, Charles F. Boyle, Charles J. Bradley, Franci R. Breaker, Francis J. Brady, Vincent Breen, John M. Breen, Thomas F. Bria, William Brogan, William Buccella, Miclltel Bunvi, E'dward Burke, Edmund J. Callaghan, James T. Caltagironc, Joseph A. Cantor, Max CappoLa, Eueene Carbonetta. Reno Casciato, Joseph Chervenka, Emil J. FRESHMAN CLASS ROIL Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Business Pre-Medica I Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Arts Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Pre-Medical Pro-Medical Engineering Business Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering Business Business Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medica I Arts Arts Arts Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medica I Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medica I Shenandoah, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Altoona. Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Newark. N. J. Mt. Carmel, Pa. Phoenixville, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Malta no y City, Pa. Jersey City, N. J. Winthrop, Me. Springfield, Mass. Shamokin, Pa. Rochester, N. Y. Milltown, N. J. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Stamford, Conn. Hartford, Conn. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. San Diego. Cal. Freeland. Pa. Sharon Hill, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. New Brunswick, N. J. Philadelphia, Pa. Rocltester, N. Y. Stamford, Conn. Freeland. Pa. Orange, N. J. McAdoo, Pa. Lawrence. Mass. Philadelphia, Pa. PhiLidelphij, Pa. PhiLtdelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. PhiLtdelphia, Pa. PhiLtdelphia, Pa. Poughkeepsie, N. Y. f 216 Murray, H. Brute Murray, Richard J. Naihanton, Israel Nemeth, Andrew Nicodemo, Albert Nunan, William O’Boyle, Jamc A. O’Brien, William J. O'Conner, Joseph J. O'Donnell, Bernatd O’Gara, James Pescatore, Domenic Pico, Jo� e Pico, Asturo Quinn, Walter E. Quinlan, James Ramirez, Orlando Regan, John Reilly, Edmund J. Rrichwein, Frederic - Rumbarger, Henry J. Ricchrrza, Edmund N. Rinaldi. Joseph J. Rogers, Edward B. Romano, Patsy Roma, Frank Rooney. Michael P. Ryan, James Salt man, Nathan Santarsiero. Anthony Ssssaman, John Scanlon, 1 hornas W. Schnappauf, Leonard J. Scully, Charles J. Sheehan, John C. Sheeto, Frank Sheridan. Thomas Shultz, Albert Simpson, Joseph J. Simpson, Thomas A. Sisak, John Slattery, John J. Smith, Edward M. Smith, Matthew J. Snyder, George G. Sofronsky, Harry Stella. Romeo F. Stettler, Harry L. Stevens, Francis A. Stewart. Paul F. Sullivan, Daniel B. Sullivan, Thomas Sutcliffe, Alvah W. Sweeney, Anthony Takacs, Joseph J. Telia. Rocco Tomlinson. George F. Treglia, Ralph F. Turchi, Anthony J. Turio, Anthony J. L'rcvich, Alphonsut Vail, Frank F. Van Horn, Charles A. Veldoeale, Vincent C. Venture, Charles Verderosa, Rocco P. Virgilio, Anthony Visceglia, Frank Walker, John Walsh, Francis M. Wedwaldt. William A. Welch, Joseph E. Welsh, Robert Weston. David W. Winterer, Herman F. Winterer, Joseph H. Yarnell, William E. Yonker, Thomas M. Zwigird. Rudolph J. Engineering Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Engineering Engineering Business Business Pre-Medical Pre Medical Arts Pre-Medical Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Business Engineering Arts Business Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Engineering Business Pre-Medical Engineering Engineering Arts Arts Pre-Medical Arts Business Arts Engineering Business Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Arts Pre-Medical Engineering Business Arts Arts Arts Business Engineering Arts Pre-Medical Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Pre-Medical Arts Business Arts Pre-Medical Engineering Engineering Engineering Business Arts Business Philadelphia, Pa. Noroton, Conn. Philadelphia, Pa. Freeland, Pa. Orange, N. J. Philadelphia, Pa. Dunmore, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Johnstown, Pa. Hazleton, Pa. Hazleton, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Cosmo, Porto Rico Coamo, Porto Rico Chestnut Hill, Pa. Haddon Heights, N. J- San German, Porto Rico Monesson, Pa. Amsterdam, N. Y. Ashland, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Highland Park, Pa. Stamford, Conn. Newark. N. J. Orange. N. J. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Elazleton, Pa. Stamford, Conn. ■Dunmore, Pa. Mauch Chunk, Pa. Bryn Mawr, Pa. Wood lawn, L. I., N. Y. Lowell, Mass. Philadelphia, Pa. McAdoo, Pa. W. Hazleton, Pa. Perth Amboy, N. J- Wildwood, N. J. Philadelphia. Pa. Mahanoy City, Pa. Bloomfield, N. J- Philadelphia, Pa. W. Brighton, N. • Bryn Mawr, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Minersville, Pa. Wood lawn, Pa. Altoona, Pa. Roxborough, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Mahanoy City, Pa. Roxborough, Pa. Mauch Chunk. Pa. New Brunswick, N. J- Stamford, Conn. Altoona, Pa. Stamford, Conn. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Brooklyn, N. Y. Brooklyn, N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Williamstown, N. J. Stamford. Conn. Orange, N. J. New York, N. • I at robe. Pa. St. Johnsbury, Vt. Balboa, Canal Zone Brewster, N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia. Pa. Clifton Heights, Pa. Princeton, Mass. Maplewood, N. J. 220 221 XjMMORTAL present and deeds that truly may stand una- bashed in the greatness of the past and even lend to that past a lustre and a brilliance that the future may strive to equal; may each succeeding year add the bril- liance of the past year, so that the greater Villanova dream of the founders may be realized. Our Graduate Manager CHARLES A McGEEHAN 226 Gridiron History | LL indications pointed toward a banner year of football for Villanova during the season of 1926. The results of this season have verified the indications. The Notre Dame system of football, instituted at Villanova in 1925 by Coaches Stuhldrehcr and Hunsinger, has lifted Villanova to lofty heights in the football world. In 1925, the first year of what we may call revised football, the improvement was amazing. The slump that the Villanova football team took from 1922 until cannot be denied. It is only mentioned to illustrate the wonderful work of the new coaches and the Alumni. In i _ one single season Villanova leaped from a football team that was slowly becoming in- significant to a com' bination that was too big for some of the best. Of the eight games played during this 1925 season, five were won, one resulted in a tie, and two were lost. The new system was very intricate and rather difficult to put into practice. The task set before the coaches was a heavy one, as only a few weeks time intervened between the opening o f school and the first OP ED. HUNSINGER. A� � t. Coach i 228 game. As the season progressed the team attained greater accuracy and speed, and the success of this first season was beyond fancy. The majority of the players on the 1925 team were new men. The coach kept a squad of about forty throughout the season. Because of graduation only four men were lost, leaving few vacancies that would be difficult to fill. With thirty experienced men and a host of new material in 1926, Coaches Stuhldreher and Hunsingcr modeled probably the greatest football team ever known at Villanova up to that time. The power of the 1925 Villanova gridders made it a difficult task to compile a schedule for 1926. Lehigh and Rutgers, both defeated in the hands of the Wild- cats, could not be booked. After much difficulty a rather stiff schedule of ten games was arranged. Lebanon Valley, Dickinson, St. John's, St. Joseph's and Muhlenberg were scheduled, and represented the old rivals. Among the new were Buckncll, Canisius, Western Maryland, Boston College, and John Carroll. Western Maryland cancelled their game a few days before the appointed date. The other newcomers were all powerful teams, so, considering all, the schedule was very interesting. In the spring of 1926, six weeks of training, which included the whole routine of the regular season, was entered upon. About forty candidates responded to the call, among whom were many veterans. Each day of training started off with a set of exercises which limbered and strengthened all the muscles of the body. Coach Stuhldreher devoted the majority of his time to the centers and backfield men, while Coach Hunsingcr looked after the line. Scrimmage was held about two days of each week, during which the various intricate movements of defense and offense were carefully explained. The rest of the week was taken up in learning signals and perfecting the shift. The new system includes a backfield and line shift, which is essential to the correct working of each play and requires much practice. About the middle of the season a game between two of the teams was played which brought out many mistakes, as well as an abundance of good men. The rest of the season was given over to the correction of those mistakes and the perfecting of the new material that seemed like good pros- pects for the fall season. The spring season ended with a game governed by the new rules, which left a very impressive pre-season team on the minds of the spectators. Rj|pll nik 229 .A R'Kht Bott ' ’.Tl { £ to K.StflThCO?dDRow. Trainer H . 'k ' Wt ,ek n' Hark «� . fVwUno. Hlfeben. Kob . ° RiKht-p !rd.Row Urevich i K n,,.S,an - Mchnum Gmh 14 i ., , ,. fjpr Movnih� n fourth Row; Ft in-’hl y0nVf (',°',innu - '-'' Cunimm ' w nc V '1, onlin. McAndtews. Ci!l«pi«r. ranfh,n - Nobn. oJSL c?;• «• ' M.,l„y. !).„. , Broderick. Furlon . McMinui, Cicero, Domarulti, Egan. Herron. iththcPanorama rep ep S aluS «tft °' the 1925 team w� F«r. „ . From the 1925 , ®™lron a slJperh outfit. I ree teams were built i a nuc eus °f veterans around which n every man of the 3 un ance of new material was on rhe field aM these rw ir .. eason bad trouble holding his place. all the veteran. A.---------------■- ' of I92S and other � Kc f r Y id which yfi the field '-very man of the n-� cr . , .e or new material was on the held in r Ut these new ' 500 trouble holding his place. confidence3 that T Undef«� « thc ' 'r9f!ood te;lm of 1925 and other the first eamp1 tCam had when ir w pro,ba y the caus€s or the ov.er' Th. 6 be season. ent ,nto battle against Lebanon Valley for the lease AM 5 rea,,y an upset. Ar fu 18 first Jr� statistics were in V.M . .time, the defeat was disheartening to say the ZotT h,le Lebanon fovor ept the score. Villanova gained bac r thr°U h Blue and Wyh 3d 'T The four touchdowns made by get going nothin? ahnr r,tC rmisPlays- It seemed that every time the r of a fumble would stop them. Each time the 5 Loft to Right—Bottom Row: Snyder. Callaghan. Twomey. McKclvey. Lotnamey. Mulk Lett to Right-—Second Row. Fay. Burn� . Caulfield. Conti. Ford. Jordan. Andrewlcvich Lilt to Right- Third Row: Jacobovnki. Knew. Brook . Henry. Augutt, MeGirr. McCann. Gardner Left to Right—Fourth Row: Ciambelli, Lcitner. McCarthy. Martin. Lanjon. Birmingham. Nemeth. Ahrachintky. Awt. Manager Ttghe. fumble came an alert Annville man would scoop the ball up and a touchdown would result. The mistakes were few' but costly. But even with these misplays and with the breaks of the game going against us. the ability of the past year w'as easily seen. The game was lost and a lesson in over-confidence was learned, but the Wildcats were compensated by the fact that the slashing attack and the stonewall defense of last year was still with them. The Lebanon team would neither gain ground nor hold their own. The hawk- eyes and the fleet feet of the Annville men, taking advantage of the Wildcat misplays at the crucial moments gave them the well-earned score of 30-12. The second game of the season, though a vast improvement over the first, still fell short of the expectations. Canisius, although considered a good team, proved much stronger than was anticipated. McNally, of Canisius, was the one effective punch that wreaked dire damage on Villanova. He was responsible for both touchdowns. Villanova scored early in the second period when Kucro made a pretty pass to Dorsey who ran about twenty yards for the touchdown. Dorsey also kicked the ball for the extra point. In the final quarter of the fray Kucso tossed another 231 During ,hc Dickinron Mud-fot at Shit Park showed the world general al touchdown which tied the score. Dorsey Hood line smasher. Cantain i .'C an,s,Jls ,nc in particular that he was one respomiblcjWjhc learnt cho e rfhim Mcaptab, 8 USUa' PCPPy gamC 'ha' aS points. Quite often th CjinTJ..FV™!? yLear,s tbc Villanova line showed a few weak broke away from the whole team tw ce kF°kc througb or smaJ Sains and McNally tam Coaches'Hu ne ar d11 ‘he Bufkncl1 8ame Coach Stuhldrehcr and Assis- game with Bucknell was to ?i?a ?Ut. ,tbe team trough some real practice. The b R tilt should be won but . « Cf,. lng game- It was not necessary that this spirit ran high around th Ci score would have to be the result. The was discussed. Fus and every possibility of defeat and victory town ad had °f that natuJe 'yearf3 “ WSS thc first big sPcctacIc lhal lhe collegiate. Blue and Whiti” n tCntl°n tbc m,ncs to see the town turned and demonstrations of all kind JJP u . , , UC Pennants decked the streets. Parades . , From about two da h r H ters for des. WiIkesaBat0 lh« . Vllhn°™ nova and Bucknell tear each mKc hting town, but the spectators that saw Villa' ___ZheJe was no advantage fnr JS! l° think.thal thc ' were used to playing. re:rsfromonccndofstart. Both teams were bulb n ui as a m,ghty Bucknell k� ,° lJ'c.ot er. tearing, smashing, gaining, and losing. «- I, the outstanding star of Vam. be,nK downed by a mightier Villanova squad. W-idcats Evcry ma« £rh« e burg boys, was figuring eleven Vill7nova i5.!hare- Cenain !' his but every Wildcat did more At matCS mac e 11 possible ayCrS WerC outstanding because the fight spirit U h° received the ball, tore thl-ou h1? Y aP?va defending thc west goal. Dorsey, through to the fifty yard line. After three fruitless bucks 232 Dorsey punted to Bucknells' ten-yard line. Tvvomey downed the receiver in his tracks. After two smashing plunges, Bucknell gained a first down. The Wildcats' defense then tightened and three bucks failed to advance the ball. Bucknell kicked and Kuczo received and was dropped on the Blue and White twenty-one-yard line. First Broderick and then Dorsey carried the ball and the necessary ten yards were gained. Carrying the ball twice in success, Dorsey gained ten more yards, putting the ball in mid-field. Callaghan threw the first pass of the game to Kuczo and netted twenty-five yards. Broderick slid off tackle for another first down. Broderick, then Dorsey took the ball seven yards nearer the goal and another pass was hurled. It was downed behind the goal posts. The ball was taken to the twenty-yard line and Diehl, after two terrific thrusts made a first down. He was thrown for a loss and was forced to punt. The ball was on Villanova's 42-yard line when the first quarter ended. SECOND QUARTER: Diehl punted to Callaghan, who ran the ball to mid-field. An exchange of punts gave Villanova the ball on her own 40-yard line. Another punt gave Bucknell the ball at mid-field. Here Diehl found a hole and galloped through for twenty-five yards. Villanova sent in a whole new backfield consisting of Jordan, Donahue, Moynihan and Gillespie to replace Broderick, Dorsey, Callaghan and Kuczo, who had been playing a wonderful game. After failing on two plays Trimmer dropped back and kicked a field goal for Bucknell from the 37-yard line. Trimmer's kickoff for Bucknell sailed over the goal line and the ball was brought out to the 20-yard line. The ball was fumbled on the first play and Buck- nell recovered on Villanova's 18-yard line. Harkins blocked Trimmer's try for another field goal. The half was coming to a close and Bucknell tried desperately for another score by throwing three passes in rapid succession. Moynihan caught the third on Villanova's 5-yard line as the half ended. The score was 3-0 in favor of Bucknell. THIRD QUARTER: Jordan kicked to Blaisdell who was downed on his 20- yard line. After Villanova was penalized for holding, Donahue took the ball around end for twenty-five yards. Moynihan then made a first down. The Bucknell line S«. John’� G I 19 7 233 Boston College Game then tightened and Villanova was forced to punt. The punt was soon returned and Villanova carried it a few yards and was forced to kick. From the duc ne_ yard line a pass was thrown which netted fifty yards. The Lewisburg bac s ° the Wildcat defense too much so were forced to punt. Donahue was on t e re . ing end and returned the pigskin ten yards. The score at the end of t - Pcr ( was still 3-0. FOURTH QUARTER: Gillespie punted to Blaisdell who ran the ball back four yards. On the next play Bucknell punted. Johnny Slane entered the Gillespie’s place. If Slane never docs another thing for Villanova during remaining years at college, what he did on that day will never be forgotten. , punted to Moynihan. On the next play Slane took a pass from Moynihan an ja c for a forty-yard gain. With the ball on Bucknell’s 40-yard line Slane too pigskin from center, zigzagged, hopped, skipped, off tackle, and ran throug broken field, and crossed the Bucknell line. The crowd was speechless for a •- seconds. Then chaos reigned. Jordan made the extra point. !- a ax Bo� ton College Game 234 With three minutes to play, Jordan kicked off to Blaisdell. Passes and plunges brought the ball to the Blue and White 40-yard line. A thirty-five-yard pass put the ball on Villanova's 5-yard line. Lomasney then substituted for Twomey. On the next play Lomasney smeared Diehl for a six-yard loss. The whistle blew as Harkins and Burns dropped Diehl in his tracks. As soon as the final whistle blew, the crowd swarmed the field and the band led the rooters in a snake dance. Mayor Dan Hart turned Wilkes-Barre over to Villanova. After the very impressive victory over Bucknell, the Wildcats set to Dickinson, the next opponent, with real zest. Dickinson was always a jinx because in former years they had turned back strong Villanova teams. But when the opening whistle blew, eleven Wildcats scampered onto the field ready to tear to pieces anything in their path. Villanova was in her real fury; she could not be beaten or held. Around the ends by fleet runs, through the line by bull-like plunges, swift and accurate aerial passes, all went together to give Villanova the overwhelming victory of 32-0. The Dickinson score seemed large, but having still the fighting spirit of the previous two games in their system, the Wildcats vanquished St. John's of Brooklyn to the tune of 41-7. This was the very college that had been of considerable annoy- ance to Villanova for the past few years. Good teams would journey to Brooklyn, only to be held to a hard fought win by a close margin. B u t not this time. s� . M'. G� mt The spectators had hardly seated themselves when Melanscn intercepted a forward pass and raced thirty yards for the first touchdown. Soon the Brooklynites got busy and retaliated with the same score. That was about the last forward move of St. John's. First Slane flew eighty yards for another touchdown. Jordan then became very uneasy and plunged through the line for a ten-yard gain which resulted in another score. Dorsey then took up the burden in Jordan's place and did what was expected. Three terrific stabs and another touchdown. Conti and Ford then got together with some fine dashes, one of which by Conti resulted in seven more points. Following this, Conti shot a swift pass to Ford, who eluded several tackles and raced for the final score. Playing Boston College for the first time in three years. Villanova finally dropped a game. Villanova lost to a mighty band of warriors carrying the colors of Boston College in the most bitterly fought battle that the Braves' field has ever seen. Once again the fumbles that had been so costly in the beginning of the season robbed the Wildcats of a wonderful chance. It does not, in any way, detract from the credit of the Bostonians to relate the misplay which probably caused the disaster. . 23? Starting from the thrcc yard line the Wildcats tore through the line and around „_,e dS m,such a waV as to bewilder the opponents. Within twenty yards of the goal Moymhan Hipped a pass to Slane who carried it to the five-yard line. On the ' p ay t e Wildcats made the costly fumble which was recovered by Boston. . ,F?r a t, nc Jhe setback drained the spirit of the Blue and White, but another tkTk 1?i by ?°SJ0n b,rOUght thcm back to a fighting basis. Once the Wildcats ,1.. in a agani they plowed and blasted through everything, Jordan finally taking the ball across. The final score of this great battle was 19 7 nicki i r Wan ?TrCal batt,e’ although the Wildcats expected to find easy Cleveland ?i University of Cleveland. It was a big surprise when the Clevelanders held Villanova to a 7 0 score. nroved nn £?tbobc Championship of Philadelphia, St. Joseph’s The Wildraf k °k tbe and hite Team which faced them at Shibe Park. overwhelming orc Crimson and Gra ' griddcrs b r thc recuknf n r pr!efrVe p°n tbc ben eh saw action in this fracas and only two of thc the future l substitute played a real game which makes prospects for by racint eiahf I °° b7g, ' Melanscn made one of the record runs of the year o racing eighty six yards for a touchdown. RamZ,ndha°rdfidXS w fCilly d°, jVSt,icc to thc Philadelphians. They fought a at ,i| ( g, ' Never once did they lose hope and thc Blue and White were teMSfP? L he S wuhm two yards of the g af ‘° another °ouch Jo vn° f°!1°Wcd and after a fcvv Play« Gillespie left thc crowd for everyone for Luw.'! Melanscn received thc ball and hop skipped it through Not to be robbed 0,0 jhe game; he was forced out on the onc yard line, be robbed of a score, he followed by blasting through the line for thc Muhlenberg Game • • • - 236 Muhlenberg Between Halves necessary yard. Andrewlevich swung around end for the sixth touchdown while McAndrews accounted for the seventh. For a fitting ending to a glorious season, the Wildcats romped their way over Muhlenberg, the old foe. to a 54-0 tune. Before the game it would have been considered impossible that any team could whip Muhlenberg by such a margin. The Stuhldreher-coached machine reached its height during that game. It indicated what the Villanova team will do when it has fully mastered this wonderful system. The Villanova line outcharged Muhlenberg's throughout the contest, while the backfield swept down every obstacle in its path. Three backficlds and two lines were used. Forward passes, end runs, line plunges were all worked to perfection. The crowd of 10,000 onlookers sat some- times in silence and other times in frenzy at the finesse of the Blue and White attack. Muhlenberg, shocked to impotency, was completely demoralized. Touchdowns were too numerous for detail. Muhlenberg got five first downs and never once threatened the Blue and White scoring area. Twenty-four first downs and eight touchdowns were accredited to the Wildcats. At the end of the first half the score was 210. Passes, end runs, plunges became longer and more numerous in the final half and the score mounted higher and higher. The crowd, probably still with the memory of the closely-contested battles of other years between these two aggregations, could hardly believe their eyes. Captain Moynihan, Jacobs, Snyder, ex-Captain Callaghan and Halphen, playing their last game for their Alma Mater, all starred. The football team that rep- resented Villanova College on that field that day was the great- est ever in Villanova's history. Muhlenberg—To r. 237 Villanova Vjfllanova Lebanon Valley Canisius Bucknell Dickinson St. John's Boston College John Carroll Univ. St. Joseph's Muhlenberg Opponents 238 Back in the Old Days OOTBALL had its beginning at Villanova in 1894. This year two games were won. The first was a 24'0 victory over the Rqgan A. C., of Phila- delphia. Rogers, a halfback, was the star for Villanova, while the names of Hazel and McDonnell are also worthy of special mention. The second game was a victory over Manual Training School by a score of 12-6. Although outweighed by several pounds to the man, Villanova was able to send her backs through the line and around the ends so that they outclassed their opponents immeasurably. However, the real beginning of football came in 1895 when the faculty made the important decision of turning over to the students the management of the college sports. During this season six games were played, of which four were victories and two defeats. The outstanding victories were over Philadelphia Dentals, 10'0, and Hahnemann Medicals, 28-0, while defeats were sustained at the hands of Delaware College, 10'6, and West Chester, 24-0. The following year saw the Big Blue turning in several notable victories. Swarth- more fell, 16-0, followed by Delaware College, 14-0. There was a 2 TO win over Ursinus and a 24'6 triumph over Pennsylvania Military College. Haverford was beaten that year 5-4, when Villanova came from behind to win on a beautiful drop- kick by Breslin. The only defeat of the season was a 36-5 reversal, at the hands of the University of Pennsylvania Reserves. In 1897 the first game between Villanova and Fordham was played. The teams met twice. The first game the Blue and White triumphed, 17-0. However, except for the Fordham feud the season was not highly successful, as games were dropped to Dickinson, 50-0, to Franklin and Marshall, 24-0, and Manhattan, 8-0. There seems to have been a lapse in football from that date until 1904, although a 51-0 defeat was sustained at the hands of Lehigh in 1903. In 1904 Villanova turned out a fine team, the only defeats being at the hands of Georgetown and Bucknell. The former was a closely contested battle w,t 1 a supposed better Georgetown outfit winning by the close score of 17-0. The game was an even better battle than the score indicated, for Villanova outplayed Georgetown throughout the first half. A Washington paper, speaking of the playing of Charles A. McGeehan, our Graduate Manager, says: McGeehan, the Villanova fullback, proved to he one of the heaviest and quickest that has been seen in Washington this year, and went charging through the line and around the ends with as much confidence as if he were against a high school team. This year also marked the beginning ot the Bucknell series when a game was lost to the Bisons. at Lewisburg, by a 26-0 score. A tie game was played with Fordham in which the New iork boys had to come from behind to even the count at 5-5. Pennsylvania Military College was defeated 23-6. Other victories were registered over Washington College and Medico-Chi of Philadelphia. Although several games were lost in 1905. a particularly hard schedule was played. Fordham was beaten 16-5 and Pittsburg College 21-0. However, one sided contests were dropped to Princeton, Pennsylvania and Penn State; Swarthmore won two games, 12-0, and 11-3, while Georgetown was held to 6-0. In 1906-1907 Villanova played great games with Penn, losing the first h 22 12 and the second 16-0. In the first game punts recovered by Charley McGeehan and Kane resulted in the Main Liners' two touchdowns. The low score was a dutuKt surprise to Penn. Villanova tied the score at 6-6 in the first peri w un scored the first touchdown. She took the lead at 12-11 short y after the beginning of the second half when Kane scored a touchdown on � however, came back with two more touchdowns to win by -• c was closely contested. Villanova missed a chance of being t e r ca Penn that year when Barr missed a field goal from the fifteeivyar ,nt- The 1906 team also tied Swarthmore 5-5, but lost to Prmceton by 24-0 In 1907 the Big Blue captured the Catholic College Champ.onship of he East by defeating Fordham 15 11 In the same year the Carlisle Indians were held l° a Tte Thorpe was playing for the Indians at that.time; in the game came from a goal after touchdown. The sec™1 b l ji jn penn's Pennsylvania after a hard battle. Villanova several times a c ‘ mc territory, but was unable to push it over. The final score was • . J j(- After was lost to Princeton 6-0, the only touchdown coming late in c beating Jefferson Medical 4-0. Villanova played the Blue scored a touchdown in the first few minutes of p a , u 1 .Ith headed them and went in the lead to stay. The big game of Fordham and it settled the Catholic College supremacy o c • — ,rc won on a safety, 2-0. It was a hard fought game ® h“ Uchd wn was several fumbled punts on which it seemed that the sco g Fordham imminent. However, none materialized. A bad pass from center gave Eordham ' TheC biggest feat of the 1909 team was an 11'6 W toveTwd score hardly indicates the difference of the two teams, a j wcjj executed two more field goals. Both touchdowns were scored on i . j another plays, one a long forward pass and the other a reverse play ' ““ore game Villanova held Princeton to 12-0. The Orange and Black was able only one touchdown, the other points coining on P hv 50-0 score, was beaten that year 19 A while Mt. St. Mary Was snow un byJ0 9 In 1910 another strong team represented V,]lan° £ . Carlisle Indians were were played and held to a standstill. In the season s opener quarter, held to 6-0. The Indians scored their touchdown near theendotthe w This was the only time during the game that they sho 1 a ' tjc. This the Blue and White. Later in the season Penn State wasstandstill was the first time in five years that the State College a f j vo, while on their own field. A hard fought battle was dropped to the rmy. Washington and Jefferson was held to a 9-0 score. -j-rs what was done The season of 1911 was not very successful w en e contest5 were in the seasons immediately preceding and follow i g ■ pcnn State and the lost to Princeton and Pennsylvania, while game were University of Pittsburgh by close scores. . Fordham team looked In 1912, Fordham was beaten 20-0. In appearance the lcam. like a prep, school eleven pitted against a much s 8 Swarthmore and Villa- In a game characterized by very little ground ga.nmg, bwart 241 rwn-a Kittled to a no «core tie in the first game of the Garnet schedule on Whittier Field The game degenerated into an exchanging of punts and futile attempts at forward passing, with the result about even up. Villanova next defeated Dickinson College in a hard-fought game by the •core of 20 to 0. Villanova won by playing straight f x tball and taking advantage of their opponents misplays. Ursinus College lost a clean and desperately fought battle to Villanova by a •core of 10 to 7. West Point snowed Villanova under a 55-0 score. The Army slashed their way up and down the field The visitors looked dangerous near the end of the third quarter, when through a series of well-executed forward pasess, they placed the ball on the Army's five-yard line. After being held safe for the first period, most of which they spent trV‘n£ !° get aw-ay from the shadow of their own goal posts, Villanova surprised everybody by coming back strong and finally rolling up a score of 43 to 0 against Fou am. The West Virginia University closed the football season with a victor) over Villanova. the score being 7 to 0. , . . The 19M season wfas opened by Fordham. Outplayed and apparently . '■‘If.. during the first three quarters of the game, at Fordham Field, the Villanova t team snatched a last-minute victory over the Fordham eleven and tor thi t consecutive time scored a victory over the Maroon, leading by one point, score was 7 to 6. . In one of the hardest and most thrilling'games ever played on X hjttier q’ Villanova defeated the Swarthmorc eleven in the last two minutes of play, ’ In one of the most desperate gridiron battles that was ever waged on Field. Lafayette defeated the hitherto unscored-on Villanova team. Ursinus lost a fiercely-played game to Villanova by the score of 7 to • Lehigh, to defeat Villanova 10 to 0, had to play the best she knew ow. nova put up a surprisingly strong struggle and kept Lehigh scoreless o On a muddy, water-soaked field, Villanova s heavy team defeated Muhlenbe g. 9 to 6. . . Lebanon Valley was powerless to stop a series of aerial passes m,x , ‘ ac. short line plunges off tackle and Coach ‘Dutch Sommers Villanova c feated the Annville aggregation 14 to 0. . Penn' Villanova was a real Hallowe'en bogie man to the Army eleven, coacjjes sylvanians springing a surprise on followers of the cadet team, as wel as . . oUl. and players. A 16-toT3 victory only partly tells the story, f°r fbe depart- played the cadets at every stage of the game, except perhaps in the 'k■ . ment, in which Murnll had a shade the better of Ward. Forward an crsper� ed of long and short distances, delayed passes, double and triple passes , More with a running game from fake kick formation completely baffled the ca ,t cncmy s than once the Army lads looked foolish in their efforts to diagnose Ending its season by suffering defeat at the hands of Villanova tor r It consecutive Thanksgiving Day, Fordham played its poorest game o L yjjjanova was held scoreless for the only time on Fordham Field this season, w i - played sterling football and won 34 to 0. HI: 1926-27 basketball season was marked by the appear- ance of our new coach, “Rube” Cash man. “Rube” was not a stranger to Villanova, as he had last year assisted Coach McGeehan in turning out Villanova's most suc- cessful baseball team. Coach Cashman faced the problem of replacing George Jacobs, last year's star center and captain, around whom Villanova's famous defense was built. Using the players remaining from the previous year as a nucleus. Coach Cashman succeeded in turning out a formidable five. Too much credit cannot be given to Captain Joe Sheehan for his steady, stellar playing throughout the season. Villanova inaugurated the season with a clean-cut victory over Pharmacy—score, 29-14. The second squad started the game and outplayed the visitors. Against the regulars in the sec- ond hall. Pharmacy failed to score a single field goal. Sheehan was responsible for ten points. The Wildcats made it two in a row by outclassing Textile to the tune of 29-19. The team showed a crude but powerful offense and a fairly tight defense. Osteopathy was the next victim of Cashman's cohorts. The game was closer than the score would indicate, the first half count being 6-6. By a splendid rally in the final period, Villanova emerged on the long end of a 38-11 score. Villanova traveled to New York and received its first defeat from the strong City College quintet. The defense of both teams was virtually impregnable Nine minutes of the game elapsed before a point was scored by their team. At the end of the first half the score was 4-3 in favor of City College. The game was bitterly fought. When the final whistle blew the score was 11-9. City College was held to the lowest score on their floor in five years. Showing the best form of the season, Villanova took the dribblers from St. John s of Brooklyn into camp, 36-19. After being held to a 13-11 score in the first half, Villanova came back in the second half to clean up the opponents, Sheehan, Barry and Nolan being responsible for chalking up ten field goals. The game was spectacular all the way and was bitterly fought. The Wildcats swept our old rivals, St. Joseph's, aside as a contender for the Catholic College Championship of Philadelphia—score, 30-17. This game marked 244 -- After a nip and tuck battle Villanova finally nosed out the strong University Club of New York on their own floor, 23-20. Taking the lead early, the Wildcats managed to keep ahead and finally emerged victorious. Before the largest crowd ever packed in the Conwell Hall, Temple University downed the Wildcats, 34 33, but not until two extra five-minute periods were played. At the end of the regulation forty-minute period, the score was deadlocked, 29 all, and again was even when the first extra period closed at 31 all. In the sec- ond extra period, Temple tallied a field goal, which Lolos matched. But the deciding point came at the psychological moment and saved the day for Temple through a foul toss. The Wildcats started their Southern trip by defeating Loyola, of Baltimore, on their own court, 32-18. Nolan starred, opposing his former team mate, Dudley. The victory came through a dazzling attack in the second half, as the score stood 13-13 at half-time. The trip was closed with a victory over George Washington, a newcomer on our schedule, who were downed, 31-21. The affair was a rough and tumble one, in which Sheehan and Barry scintillated. St. Bona venture's sprang a surprise by turning in a 29-27 win on the Wildcat's own floor. As the result implies, the contest was a spectacular one, and the lead changed with every toss. However, several long shots in the last few minutes of play by Kinney and O'Neill gave St. Bonaventure's a victory. By another close score, St. Thomas defeated the Wildcats in a fast and furious game, 34-33, on St. Thomas' floor in Scranton. Villanova was ahead nearly all the way, but was edged out towards the close. There was a record crowd present, including many Villanova rooters. In a midnight game played at the Newark Armory, Villanova regained its stride by vanquishing Seton Hall, 41-23. The game was started at a weird hour, the the fourth and last time the Sheehan brothers opposed each other on a collegiate court. Nolan, former West Catholic guard, was the outstanding figure in the final frame, pocketing four field goals and six fouls. St. John's avenged their defeat by beating the Wildcats, 30-23, in the St. John's cage. It was the fastest game seen on the St. John's court this season. Finney aided materially in his team's victory by garnering twelve points. After being held to a 21-9 score in the first half, Villanova displayed a splendid offense which threatened to overcome the early lead, but the margin was too great to pass. Captain Sheehan and “Al Severance were easily the stars of the Blue and White team. 245 i- Shea. Mgr.: Lolo C� � hmin. Coach Fahey. Henry. Nolan. Sheehan. Capt.; Gilleapie. Barry. Severance first whistle not blowing until around midnight. The A. A. U. held a track meet in the Armory and the fracas could not begin until the field events were over. However, the Wildcats seemed to stand the strain better than their opponent. . Loyola avenged the previous defeat earlier in the season by downing the Blue and White, 26-20, on the home floor. The effect of the long wait for the Hall game evidently had an effect on the squad, as it lacked the usual pep, an 1 e play was far below form. The playing of Severance stood out in this game. The boys traveled to the Penn A. C. to administer a 28-24 trimming t0 highly-touted quintet, composed of all former college stars. This was qUItl outstanding victory and it certainly reflects credit on the team s ability to recupe Not satisfied with administering a 7-5 defeat on the gridiron in that U Wilkes-Barre game, the Wildcats fell on their rivals with vim and fur) an the palm at 27-20. Buckncll had one of the most feared teams in the white while they displayed considerable power and a tight defense, the Blue margjn were more than equal to the occasion and managed to break throug of victory. . Temple again proved the Wildcat’s nemesis, and repeated their t e earlier game by a 25-21 count. Despite a gallant stand by the B ue an 246 daring long shots of the Cherry and White could not be headed off and the sched- ule was closed with a defeat. All things considered, the 1926-27 season was a success. Basketball Banquet Shortly after the close of the basketball season, the Alumni Association of Philadelphia tendered a banquet to the members of the basketball squad at the Sylvania Hotel in Philadelphia. Coach “Rube Cashman at this banquet expressed himself as being well pleased with the results of the basketball season. Considering the strength of our oppo nents and the narrow margin which separated us from victory in most of our defeats, he felt justly proud of the season's record. He maintained that, although our team was not the best in collegiate circles, the members of the squad at all times won the respect and admiration of their opponents for their gentlemanly and sportsmanlike conduct. Graduate Manager Charles A. McGcehan, the next speaker of the evening, praised the work of the team during the past season and in particular the coaching ability of “Rube Cashman, who at all times inculcated lessons of fair play and altruism. Captain Joseph Sheehan, in his farewell address, expressed his sorrow at the thoughts of departing and wished them continued success in the years to come. Joseph Barry, who had been previously elected to the captaincy for the coming season, lauded the remarkable playing ability of Captain Joe Sheehan and the coaching ability of “Rube Cashman. Manager James Shea also spoke in praise of the team and the coach and re luctantly bade farewell to the members of the squad, whose friendship will ever be treasured in his memory. Assistant Manager Girard A. Kilcourse outlined the plans for the coming season. Due to the acknowledged strength of the basketball team, he is experi- encing no small degree of difficulty in arranging a schedule for the season of 1927- 28, but assured those present that he will do all in his power to arrange a satis- factory series of games. Before the close of the program the following men were awarded the Varsity “V : Captain Joseph Sheehan, Joseph Barry. Hugh Nolan. James Henry. Christos Lolos, Alexander Severance, John Gillespie, Charles Fahey and Manager James Shea. A musical program by the Mandarin Cafe Trio added much to the success of the banquet, which greatly surpassed those of previous years and should be a source of pride to the Philadelphia Alumni Association. 247 Dec. 3 Villanova (home) 29 Dec. 7 Villanova (home) 29 Dec. 10 Villanova (home) 38 Dec. 31 Villanova (away) 9 Jan. 8 Villanova (away) 36 Jan. 11 Villanova (neutral) 30 Jan. 14 Villanova (away) 23 Jan. 15 Villanova (away) 23 Jan. 19 Villanova (away) 33 Jan. 21 Villanova (away) 32 Jan. 22 Villanova (away) 31 Feb. 1 Villanova (home) 27 Feb. 12 Villanova (away) 33 Feb. 16 Villanova (away) 41 Feb. 18 Villanova (home) Feb. 22 Villanova (home) 20 Mar. 4 Villanova (away) 28 Mar. 10 Villanova (home) 27 Mar. 16 Villanova (home) 21 Philadelphia Pharmacy 14 Philadelphia Textile 19 Osteopathy 11 C. C. ofN. Y. 11 St. John's 19 St. Joseph's 17 St. John's 30 University Club 20 Temple 34 Loyola 18 George Washington Univ. 21 St. Bonaventure 29 St. Thomas 34 Seton Hall 28 University Club Loyola 26 Penn Athletic Club 24 Bucknell 20 Temple 25 i 248 T rack 250 One more win will give The realy teams have been very successful this year, winning every race in which they were entered. On February 4th, both the one'half mile and the one- mile teams triumphed in the Camden K. of C. games. The half-mile team ran against particularly strong op- position and was forced to the limit to win. The mile team rode to an easy triumph. By winning this event they annexed the second leg of the Hurley Trophy. Villanova permanent possession of the cup. On April 30th, 1927, the one-mile realy team entered the Penn Relays and cap- tured the College One-Mile Relay Championship. The race was run on a wet track which somewhat slowed our men. However, they performd creditably, jumping away to a commanding lead at the start and finishing more than twenty yards in advance of their nearest rivals. The team was composed of Daly, Brown, Myrtetus, and Woods. As Villanova has adopted the one-year eligibility rule, it has been decided that Freshman teams will be formed. This policy has been followed in track. A team has been formed and meets have been arranged with Catholic High School and West Catholic High School, two of the best secondary school teams in the Philadel- phia district. Little can be judged of the fortune that this team will meet with except from the showing of several of its members in the first Varsity meet. Here most of those that were entered won places and a few even won first places. Judg- 251 a very successful one for our track team in both just as improvement has been shown each year, in the future. 252 Tt W On The Diamond Courlrny of ••The Ketninu Bulletin t l th rk '.McGcchan was confronted by a most difficult the nasr rkr� � C awn,nK °f lbc 1927 baseball season. Villanova for which held 7 T rs was represented on the diamond by a veteran team 7clZ camp rki PerdeStaI in C0,le c baseball. With the close of last The loss of fk! efn i ° IJiany notable college baseball careers at Villanova. Cotter, Hartnett Conn! l? Cfbattery of Griffith and Jacobs, and the fielding of But S and Masc,iadri vacancies difficult to fill. worthy of the Blue and u kJ 5 C.qUa to bc lasIc- Hc built up a team that was Herb Madden compiled nr k kJ0 °[S: °ne that excccdcd 11 expectations. Manager College, so this factual so kP tb.e most '®eult schedule in the history of the Osteonathv 1« r '° bc tekcn into consideration, is found and the coaches !ku m eduled and generally the value of each player game with Osteomrk . k i c ° bis team under fire. Very unfortunately, the few days later with an unpicked Vi,,anova iourncycd to Princeton a Coach McGeehaif was'ahle 1 Pnncc on was unfavorable from a scoring standpoint, innings, during which Prince a ,ne,on cach P,ayer- With the exception of two Captain Tome Pnn °ni 8forcd ten runs, the game was closely contested. inning when he was relieved hv the twirling and pitched good ball until the sixth Errors in the infield wen 1 V I?ensi ‘ From then on Princeton was held scoreless. inhUd were largely responsible for the Orange and Black scores. 2 4 The defeat by Princeton put real fight into the Wildcats. After three days of hard training they journeyed to Fordham with a determination to do or die. Fordham, considered college champions last year, and pointing that way this year, received a tremendous shock when Villanova handed them an 8-0 defeat. It was Fordham's first defeat of the season and the pitching of Johnny Hcnsil will long be remembered throughout the Metropolitan District. For the first time of the season, several hard hitting men were disclosed and the team played errorless ball. Flanagan, Freshman right fielder, led the batting with three hits. Lolos, Cummings, and Sheehan had two apiece. Starting his first game on the mound for Villanova, Johnny Hensil proved a revelation. For the first seven innings, he held the Maroon heavy hitting aggregation to one hit. During the last two innings only four more were made, making five scattered bingles throughout the nine innings. Only once in the fifth inning did Fordham show signs of scoring, but Hensil bore down and pitched himself nicely out of the hole. Fresh from the victory over Fordham, the Wildcats set out to conquer Lehigh with their usual zest. O’Conner, a new man, was in the pitcher’s box and he tossed an impressive game, when we consider that it was his first. The Blue and White stickmen were in rare form. In the first three innings, Gillespie, Curtin, and Melan- son drove out home-runs. Lehigh could not find the ball for the first five innings and the score was 7-1 in Villanova's favor. Every Blue and White batter had at least one hit, while Gillespie and Lolos each hit safely three times. The winning streak was lengthened when the Wildcats blasted out a 5-2 victory over City College of New York. Kuczo, veteran hurlcr, held the New Yorkers to six scattered hits. After the first inning, they were helpless in his hands. Melanson made a great catch in center field and prevented the only possible score by C. C. N. Y. after the first inning. . Boston College next journeyed to Villanova with an unusually strong nine only to be sent home with the short end of a 4-2 score. Johnny Hensil once again took up the twirling duties and made another masterful job. For the first six innings the heavy-hitting Bostonians were held hitless and succeeded with only three scratch bingles during the remainder of the fray. Once again the ability to hit the ball clouded the hopes of another good pitcher. McNulty, the best Boston College could produce, was touched tor ten safe hits, one a three-bagger by Hensil. In the next game Providence sprung a surprise by turning back the Wildcats to the tune of 5-2. The Rhode Islanders kept their eyes on the ball and touched the Villanova twirlers for ten hits. Two or three Blue and White misplays were the outstanding factors in the defeat. The next game showed a great improvement and Temple were the losers by a 14-7 score. Captain Tom Crane who had been suffering with a bad arm started, but was relieved by Hensil after Temple had scored five runs in the first two innings. From then on Hensil held the upper hand and Temple was at his mercy. Errorless ball held the Cherry and White score still and hard slugging soon brought Villanova to the front. mm m mrm 2?? Varsity Baseball Team Kuezo again took the mound facing Providence, his former conquerors. But this time he showed real form by turning back the Rhode Islanders with the score of 10 to 4. Airtight support was given him by his teammates and at no time was he in danger. V illanova Saturday. April 2nd vs. Phila. College of Osteopathy at Cancelled Villanova vs. Princeton at Wednesday, April 6th 3 11 Viltanova vs. Fordham at Saturday. April 9th 8 0 Villanova vs. Lehigh University Tuesday. April 12th at 14 9 Villanova vs. Loyola College at. . Wednesday, April 13th Cancelled Villanova Saturday. April 16th vs. College of the City of New York at 5 2 Villanova vs. Boston College at. Thursday. April 21st 4 2 Villanova Saturday. April 23rd vs. Providence College at 2 5 Villanova vs. Temple University Monday. April 25th at 14 7 Villanova vs. Open Saturday. April 30th Villanova vs. Providence College Tuesday. May 3rd .Providence. R. I. 10 4 256 Wednesday, May 4th Worcester. Mass. Villanova vs. Holy Cross College at .................................... Thursday. May 5th Middlcbury. Vt. Villanova vs. Middlcbury College at .................................... Friday. May 6th Northfield. Vt Villanova vs. Norwich University at............................... Saturday. May 7th .Boston. Mass Villanova vs. Boston College at................................... Thursday. May 12th Sclmsgrove, Pa. Villanova vs. Susquehanna University at........................... Friday. May 13th .Huntingdon, Pa Villanova vs. Juniata College at.................................. Saturday. May 14th State Coi|ege, Pa. Villanova vs. Pennsylvania State College at....................... Monday. May 16th Villanova Villanova vs. Loyola College at................................... Wednesday, May 18th Philadelphia Villanova vs. Temple University at................................ Thursday. May 19th Villanova Villanova vs. Juniata College at............................... Saturday, May 21st Villanova Villanova vs. Penn Athletic Club at............................ Friday. May 27th Cambridge. Mass. Villanova vs. Harvard University at............................ Saturday, May 28th Villanova vs. Open .. .«a ,, v v Sunday. May 29th Brooklyn. N. � • Villanova vs. Crescent Athletic Club at....................... Monday. May 30th Villanova vS. Pcndm Thu„day, June 2nd PhiUddph.a Villanova vs. Drcxcl Institute at ............................ Saturday, June 4th Villanova Villanova vs. St. Joseph's College at......................... iA . tfcjga _ gpjgrft' ••iafc r.tv i —--------------------------------------------- - . r , Batter Up 257 ITH the dawn of 1927 came Villanova’s first boxing team since back in 1922, when the Blue and White was repre- sented by some of the best boxers in collegiate ranks. “Ad” Snyder, holder of A. A. U. and Shanahan heavyweight championships, being among the student body, was appointed coach. He was fortunate in having an abundance of good material including not a few who were already acquainted with the game. Alter many weeks of training and elimina- tion in the boxing room, the first tournament was held in the college gymnasium. This was one of the most colorful spectacles ever wit- nessed at Villanova and the student body showed their interest by turning out in un- usually large numbers. The boxers were there to do their best, as the winners of these bouts were to represent the which W.1C ™ i , , College in the Penn A. C. novice tournament, h h was constdered the goal of the 1927 team. Th - In the ns ' I 11 tournament were most gratifying to the coach and spectators. draw M T ClaSS’ Boohcr and battled to a the m r,W°n thC JUdgC'S decision °v“ McGinty in feted C - t8' cIn the ,47'P � Cicero de- evening Bn | 'S 'Cr 'he hardcst fou«ht bout of the from Kema T W° fr°m Yarnal1- Andrews ;r ; (Ku n m,the '60-po-d class. Thc 175-pound tilt witfu', bV Hi en and the heavy- ”,r” v'a d c“i” '™«h‘ A ct °n,y abnUt two wce,!s intervening the Penn Snyder '! G’llcge Elimination. Coach entered Boohcr i TV k ‘° W°rk rCal hard The coach he fetEerweight class, McIntyre in the Ha T JvBru.,Sg,“’' COACH SNYDER 258 Gogijin. Mur.; Marlin. Lingdon, Yarnall, Grycsenrki Cicero. Burlington. McGlinchy, McIntyre, Snyder. Coach ision, 259 260 261 The Cheer Leaders J. Howard Brady, Head Cheer Leader J. Emmet Joyce Edward Quinlan Silvio Sabatini William Quinlan Frank Conklin 262 Hail, Villanova! Villanova, dear white and blue, With loyal hearts we sing thy praise We'll all be true. Alma Mater, thy magic name, Spurs us on with a courage new. Guiding us in whate'er we do, Enduring be thy fame. Chorus Hail, all hail, to Villanova, Hurrah for the white and blue, Cheer boys, cheer the flag that proudly waves Glorious in our view. Come and join in a resounding Hurrah, hurrah, hurrah ! We'll all be true to Villanova And the old white and blue, hurrah. Cheers V-I V L V'i'V'l'V'M'b A-n'a'n'O'V'V'a Villanova! Villanova! Team! Team! Team! LOCOMOTIVE Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! ViMa No-va Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! (increase speed) ViMa No-va Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! ViMa No-va Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Villanova Rickety Axe Rickety axeaxcaxe Rickety axe-axe-axc Kec-wah! Kec wah! Yeeeeecah ! Team ! Team ! Team ! Team! Team! Team! Long Individual Yell Villanova Rah! Villanova Rah ! Rah! Rah! Villanova. 265 FOOTBALL Halphen, M. J. Harkins, J. P. Hogan, William Jacobs, G. W. Kuczo, P. J. Lomasney. T. M. Melanson, J. F. BASKETBALL Henry, James V Lolos, Christos i k Nolan, F. A. I ASEBAL Flanagan, T klLLESPIE, Joi KNSIL, JOHjj Ki zo, p. J Lettermen Season of 1926-1927 K, JC BR(X)KS, KENNETh Burns, Li sue Callaghan ; J. J. Cummings, M Dorsey, J. Pi Gault, J. F. _ Gillespie, Joh Barry, Joseph Birmingham, Jc Gillespie, JohnI McCoy, Francis Pess ano, L. C. J !)ER, H. W. boMEY, Fred Hil. F. J. helehan, J. J. Sex rance, Al Iea, j. J. ieehan, Joseph Burnes, J. J. Cr.ane, Thomas Cummings, C. P. Curtin, J. D. Donahue, John Lolos, Christos Madden, H. J. Melanson, Edw Moynihan, R. A. Sheehan, Joseph Blumberg, Kasper Brown, Albert Cardoni, J. Daly, C. P. Fahey, Charles Gryczenski, I. J. Hanzik, C. Harkin John JRLEY, W. P. lley, Jos. E. LEY, JOS. !an Franci RTIN, W. McGann, John J. McGirr. Frank Myrtetus, W. Pellicane, A. Scully, Chas. J. Severance, Al. Taylor, Jos. A. Woods, J. P. Yarnall, Wm. E. y-v 264 26? Dramatics at Villanova The impetus which has caused Dramatics to progress so rapidly of late was produced by Fr. Burns, the author of the three religious plays. The first play, “Vision,” was so well received by the student body, and by the public that he was encouraged to continue. “Vision” has been produced for four successive years, so that it has become a tradition: since it is a Lenten drama, it is given during the Spring. For the past two years a play has also been produced in the late Fall. Evidently, Dramatics has taken on a new lease of life and bids fair to be a conqueror of new worlds for Villanova. With the continued enthusiasm of the student body and the capable guidance of Fr. Burns, success is assured. HILE Dramatics has always been numbered among the activities of Villa- nova, it is only in recent years that anything noteworthy has been achieved. So rapidly has Dramatics progressed during the past several years that Villanova has been brought to the fore as much by this form of extra- curricular activity as by any other. Among the plays produced by the Dramatic Club, lately organized and christened the Dual Mask, are the following: Vision, Destiny, and “If Only,” religious dramas: “Every Freshman, a musi- cal comedy, and “The Executioner, a melodrama. I F. BURNS. O S A. Director The success that has been attained thus far has not been limited to the locality of Villanova, but popu- lar demand has called the Thespians to other cities. Each year an itinerary’ has been arranged that carried the message of “Vision to citizens of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. So impressed have the audiences been, that even after the departure of the youthful actors they have been most interestedly followed as they continued their tour. Numerous re- quests for return engagements the following year are sufficient proof of the ability of the actors, and assurance of their continued success. 268 The IDhole Gamut!! All its great heights and its depths unfolding The Life of lives before thee we unroll, That thou, the mightiest scene on earth beholding. Mayest gain new riches for thy inmost soul. —Oberammercau Prologue. ERHAPS this poem should not he used in connection with “Vision.” It contains the gist of the greatest Passion Play ever presented. Yet again, it is most suitable. Although “Vision,” a mystery play, docs not portray any sacred characters, still in an indirect manner it accomplishes its work. -The author, Rev. John F. Burns, O.S.A., conceived the unique idea of telling the story of the Nazarene in a way so as not to have any sacred personages enter into it. He maintained that no matter how good the actors were in their parts, they could not represent a picture of the sacred characters as they existed in the individual mind a picture built up by long traditions. Therefore, the author wondered whether the story of the Life of Christ could not be told indirectly instead of directly, that is, by painting the story of human beings who lived in those days; to show their lives as influenced by the teachings of Christ In “Vision” the whole gamut of life is represented. The whole scale of human emotions is played upon, every chord of human strength and weakness is touched, while through all there runs the dominating theme of the Master's love and mission. “Vision” is, therefore, no far-fetched and impossibly beautiful composition that fails to impress by reason of the very heights at which it aims. It is simply a transcript from life. Even with the omission of the sacred characters, it charmingly, forcefully, appealingly, carries to the heart the great message of the Tragedy of Calvary. The action of “Vision” takes place in Jerusalem and its environs during the week of the Crucifixion. The scenes are laid in a leper's cave and robber's haunt beyond the walls; in the interior of a wealthy Jewish home; and in the garden courtyard of 271 the same home. Esther, the heroine of the play, is the blind daughter of the promi' nent Jew, Malchus, and in secret a believer of the Nazarene. With life-long friends of the family, Caiphas, the High Priest, Gamaliel, a Pharisee, and others, Malchus is most active in opposing the supposedly false Prophet from Galilee. Esther's brother, Dismas, of strong will, but mistaken principles, has been disowned by his father, Mai- chus, because of scoffing at the Jewish religion. He then turns against society and becomes a brigand. David, the son of Gamaliel, the betrothed of Esther, shares his father s traditional viewpoint. Jechonias, the son of Caiphas, is the unsuccessful rival of David for Esther s hand, also an enemy of Christ, and betrayer of Esther's brigand brother to the Roman soldiers. Ever attending at the side of Esther is an aged slave servant, Azar-of-the-East, who converted her to the fold of the Nazarene. Judas, the betrayer, plays a prominent part. The followers of Dismas, lepers, Pharisees, slaves and soldiers also enter into the play. This year marked the fourth annual production of “Vision.” The clientele had become so large it could not be accommodated in the college auditorium. As a result, it was staged in the Seville Theatre, Bryn Mawr, Pa. Even with the seating capacity doubled by this action, seven performances had to be given to accommodate the crowds N. Before the home production, three performances were given in Haddon Heights, J. After playing at the Seville Theatre, two performances were given in Perth Amboy, N. J., and two in Rutherford, N. J. At all times, wherever played, the play was received with the greatest enthusiasm and appreciation. Prior to the stage presentation the play was broad- cast from Station WLIT. As the time was limited, only a portion of the play could be transmitted. So many The Property Management 272 o7 as a 4 sua qspai . 'U YM (bn W Jt JVL requests for its completion were received that it was necessary to broadcast the remainder at a later date. On the evening before the first performance the play was again broadcast, this time through Station WIP. In former years there was always a coach imported to whip the play into shape. But this year, as the cast was three years old, it was not necessary to take this action. The men, under the direction of Fr. Burns, managed the entire show. Too much cannot be said concerning the work of the stage hands. Just as the men behind the guns are the determining forces of a war, so the men behind the scenes are the determining factors of a show. The success of a play depends as much on those men as it does on those before the footlights. However, the actors are not to be slighted. Great credit is due them for the capable manner in which they portrayed the parts. It is no easy matter for a young college man to play the part of an old man, fifty years his senior, and to put the part across. 273 The cast this year consisted of the following: Brlga ds......................................Edward A. Quinlan, -28 John J. Foley, '29 Lepers........................................Henry W. Snyder. 27 Francis E. Corr. 30 Jechonias ....................................William B. McGuinn, '28 Roman Otficer.................................John J. Mc.Devitt. '28 ......................................Girard R. Kilcourse, '28 s er.........................................Josephine A. Burella Margaret M. Monaghan n Adelaide M. Dougherty amfel........................................William C. Gogcin, '28 ......................................Ralph G. Hegner. '27 ......................................J. Howard Bradv. '27 e aVl V .................................Charles R. Martin, '29 servant of David i T c j . 1 .............................John J. Foley, 29 5 ........................................John J. Slane.'28 The College Billboard 274 - _ Every Freshman HE Dual Mask in presenting “Every Freshman at the Penn Athletic Club, in Philadelphia, made a departure from its policy of producing plays of a serious nature. Until this time, all the plays had been original composi- tions of a religious nature, produced for the first time. The first act transpires on a college campus in front of one of the dormi- tories. Horatio Grubb, a college grind, has been in love with Nellie Bleat, a laundry girl, but has since fallen in love with another. He confides in David Dickinson, a popular college boy, telling him of his predicament. It develops that he has fallen for Poetica, a leading lady in a recent college show. David promises to get Horatio a date with Poetica for the Gamma Psi dance. Stubby Hunt, a Freshman, who is bossed around by all the upper classmen, turns out to be Poetica. He is made to again assume the role and to attend the dance with Horatio. Among those present at the dance were Betty Evans, sister of Bob Evans, a non- fraternity man, but a very popular student; also Claire Harrington, sister to Bud Harrington, and their guardian. Aunt Mary. Bud is in a bad position, having been defeated by Bob for the managership of athletics and being short three hundred dol- lars of the money of the treasury. This shortage has been discovered by Husky H vcr, a Iord-of-the-world type, who is in hopes of taking Claire to the dance. There is another character who has just appeared on the campus, but he seems to be out of place in this whirl of youth. He is George L. Davies, Class of 90, who gets much enjoyment out of recalling old times with Professor Dietlc, an eccentric. The scene closes with Horatio telling Nellie that he has fallen in love with Poetica. Nellie tells him she will try to forget and is seen sobbing through the “Prisoner's Song as the curtain rings down. s' - 27? LAURENCE FARLEY (A, Cb.rc In the second act the most dramatic scenes take place. While Bud is soliloquizing on life and singing When Will the Sun Shine for Me? Boh comes from the house. He wants to know why Bud dislikes him and tells him that he knows of the shortage. He offers Bud a check which is refused. The last act is the same as the first. Here everything is cleared up. Mr. Davies dis covered the night before that Boh and Betty arc his children. Boh claims to have the books and says there is no shortage. Horatio is disgusted with Poetica and goes hack to Nellie. Bud and Boh find a great appeal in Betty and Claire, respectively. The act ends with everyone singing the song hit, Fascinat' ing Girl. Written and directed by R. N. M. Snyder, the show was under the general direction of Rev. John F. Burns, O.S.A. The main characters were: William C. Gogcin, '28 John J. Foley, 29 .Edward A Quinlan, ‘28 Hubert H. Oberlies. ‘28 .Gerard A. Kilcourse, ‘28 .Francis P. Vail, '30 John J. Slane, '28 . Charles L. Martin, ‘29 .Wilbert J. Smith, ‘27 .J. Howard Brady, 27 .Laurence Farley, ‘30 John J. Daly, ‘30 T ellie Bleat ............ David Dickinson........... Stubby Hunt, also Poetica HusJ y Hoover............. Bob Evans................. Bud Harrington........... Prof. Die tie............ Aunt Mary................. George L. Davies.......... Claire Harrington......... Betty Evans.............. Horatio Grubb 277 Three Thrilling Episodes presented by £ he Villai o ?a Players 278 “Destiny” ESTINY or “A Talc of the Lost Paradise, an Advent drama, was written by Rev. John F. Burns, O.S.A. This play was staged in Our Mother of Sorrows' Auditorium in Philadelphia, December 3, 4 and 6, 192?. This play was the second original drama to be staged for the first time by the Dual Mask of Villanova. Destiny was presented in three episodes and included such characters as Adam, Eve, Death, Ada, Agar, Lucifer, Abel, Cain and Angels. The inspiration for writing Destiny” was received while reading a German play dealing with the Fall of Man and with the murder of Abel. Necessarily, both plays deal with the same Biblical incidents, following in the main, the Biblical account, which is the theme of hundreds of Middle Age mystery plays that tell exactly the same story. The em- ployment of the grail idea and of a personified Death is common to plays of this kind. However, the third episode, as far as can be determined, is entirely original. The cast consisted of the following: Angel Peace ....................................Peter d Smith Angel Messenger ............................Edward A Quinlan Adam ............................................J°� n J Slanf. £vt. ........................................Mae D. Dougherty iudfer .......................................Francis H. Conklin Devil Magog ...................................J Howard Brady Death ...........................................Ralph G. Hegner Cain ... . . .................................William C. Goggin AM .........................................Hubert H. Oberlies 279 ONG will the evening of March 5, 1927, be remembered by the men of Villanova. It was on that night that “If Only, a one act play, adapted from the mystery play, “Vision, was the prize winner of the Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Dramatic Tournament. “Where there is a will, there is always a way —this old adage can be ■—very aptly applied to the winning of the tournament. At a time when everyone was occupied with the annual production of “Vision, an invitation was received to enter this contest. The proposition was placed before the members of the Club and after weighty consideration it was decided to enter and to—Win. It meant work and an abundance of it, but with such an objective to work for, this matter immediately faded into the background. Those comprising the cast of “If Only were as follows: Malchus ...................................J. Howard Brady, '27 Esther ....................................JOSEPHINE A. BURELLA Gamaliel ..................................William C. Gogcin, '28 Judas ...............................................John J. Slane, '28 Messenger ...........................................John J. Foley, '29 Business Manager ..........................Donald G. Cypher, '30 Stage Manager .............................Ralph G. Hegner, '27 Coach .........................Rev. John F. Burns, Ph D., O.S.A. 280 Manion. Kane. Barker. Meyer Rcgilrki. Hegner. Scavcr. Stephen . Murray Bun� a. Bultman. Daly. Young. Barry. Satrman Dover. Hurley. McDonald. Quinlan. Grycxcruki, Yake. Emory. McCarthy, Byrne. Digilio T. McCarthy. Devrf Houle. O’Toole The Band LONG'FELT want is a need, indeed. The necessity of having a hand, representative of the Blue and White, in the various lines of college activ- ity was obvious for a long time. It remained for someone to make the initial step. Father Fink stepped to the foreground in January, 1924. and announced that Villanova was soon to have a first-class hand. A call was issued to the student musicians, a great response was received, and in a short time plenty of “tooting” was heard. Under “Tony Amato as leader, and “Charlie Burt as drum-major, the aggrega- tion was rounded into shape in a remarkably short time. At this time it consisted of twenty-five members, and the uniform was a blue sweater, white trousers, and white hats. All the home baseball games were attended this year and the finale was played at the Commencement in June. v 281 Early in the fall of 1924 a call was issued for candidates, and the Band soon opened its second year at the first home football game. “Vic Digilio was selected as leader, which position he has very ably filled for the past three years. The third year of its activity, 1925'26, saw a still larger body than either of the previous years, the number being increased to thirty-five members. A philatv thropist from Philadelphia, Daniel J. Murphy, offered to outfit the Band with uniforms. This offer was eagerly accepted, both by the Band itself and the student body. The uniforms were of a dark serge with white trimming of a military type. The Rutgers game at New Brunswick, N. J., was the initial trip for the Band. Its debut in the new uniforms was made at the Dickinson game at Shibe Park. A great amount of praise was received for the appearance, marching, and playing exhibited that day. Many rallies were held this year, which were made very spirited by the music furnished. The itinerary also included St. John’s, at Brooklyn; St. Joseph s and Lebanon Valley games, at Shibe Park; Lehigh, at Bethlehem, and Muhlenburg, at Allentown. In the fall of 1926 the membership was increased to forty, and Jim Dever was selected as drum-major. It was announced that it was the wish of the football coaches that the Band follow the team. This announcement was heartily received by every member in the Band. A most suitable slogan was given to the Band by Ralph Hegncr, one of its members: “Join the Band and see the World through a Bus Window,” a slogan that contained more truth than fiction. Wilkes-Barre, Pa., was the first distant trip. Here the moral support so potent a factor in a football game was lent. The boys were the guests of the students and alumni who lived in the immediate vicinity. As a holiday was declared if the team won, no one returned to school until the Monday following the game. Boston was the next “journey.” It is called a journey because it will never be forgotten, so deep were the impressions made. At 8 a. m. on the Friday before the game, the trip started “via bus.” The route taken was across the State of New Jersey and Staten Island, where dinner was eaten at Mt. St. Rita's. Said dinner having been disposed of and a little concert rendered, more or less as partial payment, the trip was resumed. Passing through New York City, New Haven, Worcester, and Springfield, the Band arrived in the Hub City at 4 a. m. Saturday morning. From then until game time various points of interest were visited, as no accommodations were available. In the afternoon the game was attended, at which the biggest hit of the season was scored. The “Boston Post” and the “Traveler” credited the Band with the best appearance of any in recent years. Leaving Boston immediately after the game, Villanova was reached at 4 p. m. Sunday afternoon. On Catholic Day at the Sesqui-Centennial, the Band participated in the Holy Name parade marching from City Hall to the Stadium, where Mass was celebrated by Cardinal Dougherty. Much credit must be given to “Vic,” who so earnestly worked to make the Blue and White musicians second to none. 282 • •r Z L'r.j. Hurley. O’Neil, McCarthy. Barker. Recihkt. Murray. Meyer. Stepli.n� Houle. Daly. Conroy. Romano. Blatt, Bun a. Emory. Olaf, Digilio The Symphony Orchestra ILLANOVA COLLEGE heard its symphony in the Spring of 1925. This organization grew until today it can be ranked with any college orchestra. The first year the only work it did was to play for Commence- ment exercises in June. However, last year it left the campus and trav- eled into Philadelphia, where it furnished the music for the Federation of Catholic Alumni Convention. Father Fink was the organizer of this Orchestra, just as he was of the Band. A great amount of its success is due to his ceaseless efforts. He encouraged the men when they needed cheer, dogged their footsteps when they failed to appear at re- hearsals, and did everything in his power to round out the orchestra to its present status. Vic Digilio, the well-known director of the Band, also had a hand in the training of the men. To him goes the credit of directing, and in some cases, of actually teach- ing the men. Each member of the Symphony must be commended for the effort expended and the wonderful progress that has been made. 283 cor MHO D'J Hc„k. B,,.. Bun� , C . Conroy. RcgiUki Tine Villanovans side of the school cum anc twenty'thrce a new organization out' l,me an orchestra wk f UT made ,ts aPPea ranee at Villanova. At this ‘The Villa ’ n°W knOWn aS The Villanovans.” p 7—• sb,P of Father Fink an 1° ,n ancy progressed rapidly under the sponsor Previous to that time it was ne c ector h P of their leader, Anthony Amato. P ay for the various dances i n Almnnf H' n CStraS outs,dc thc College be obtained Vilh, la enl tw replace men wh ,n ux of a large Freshman class, came consid' greater VlanS’ ,hav,nK a,ready acquired dmtcd thc previous year. The pioneer f0rm I Ure S- The contracts rePutat,on °f no small degree, sought still 2 -0 fill hTenlr 50 nun“ that a second orchestra was Ward M,nor -d Thomas were six men in each orchestra. An amalCam,r ' V C Were lhe Ieaders- mC the dlrector was Thomas V°r°rC,hestras lool( place in the fall of 192V The past year “Tu V C an manaSer was Frank Livolsi. and rhythm Student body. This aimh Undcr R,chard Daly, were voted the “best practical ?° Csscnt|'al to an or-K Inatlon Pressed the synchronium, harmony, shattered V ! C dances held ln comPOsed of so limited a number. At ‘The Vili W ,C can directly b- U!”ni a tbe records for attendance were Villanovans. CCt,y be attnbuted to the quality of music produced by This V, •« :.- 284 The Belle Air Staff EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, Alfred J. Panepinto MANAGING EDITOR, Andrew ]. Sloan ASSOCIATE EDITORS COLLEGE—William J. Long Administration—John R. Cunningham CLASSES—John J. Nawn Seniors—Richard M. Sullivan ORGANIZATIONS—Jerome F. Hurley Fraternities—J. Francis Yake. Jr. Clubs—John J. Byrne ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS- Harry J. Burlington, Jr. James J. Shea Anthony Colantuono William P. Hurley Society—Joseph A. McHenry Drama, Music and Publications- Ralph G. Hcgner Statistician Frank B. McAneny Campus Photographer—Joaquin Lopes, '28 BUSINESS MANAGER, Matthew R. Oberholzer ASSOCIATE BUSINESS MANAGER, Francis T. Loughran Assistant, Augustus A. Baron ADVERTISING MANAGER, Joseph Corcoran -TOM xiAVT r, PUBLICITY MANACER Francis E. Byrne CIRCULATION MANAGER Patrick Kiru-an 286 HERE arc three principal elements that go to make up a good Year B x k, the artistic, the literary, and the economic elements. It has been the high aim of the 1927 Belle Air Staff to elevate the standards in these three elements, producing as a result the finest annual since the inception of the custom in 1922. The artistic element has been under the capable direction of one man, the Editor-iivChief. The theme of the book was suggested by him and met with the unanimous approval of the staff. The border designs and all the art work of the book are the products of his own pen. There is no doubt, when one examines his beautiful drawings carefully, that the artistic standard has been raised to a much higher level than heretofore. The literary element, not being controlled by one man, may not have fared as well as the art element. The abilities of the various members of the literary staff are not all the same, yet, nevertheless, the standard which was set at the beginning of the year has always been rigidly adhered to. Papers which showed signs of being carelessly written were either handed back to their author or re written by the Correction Staff, composed of Andrew J. Sloan, Jerome Hurley, John Nawn, and William Long. The great amount of printed matter, much greater than that of previous years, has made their task a difficult one, hut their sincere and earnest endeavors have done much to elevate the literary element of the book. To Matthew R. Oberholzer, Business Manager, much credit is to be given for his efforts in raising the economic element. He has displayed wonderful business ability in placing this large fxxik upon a good financial basis. To finance the publication of the book, the size of this one, was a difficult undertaking. The 1927 Belle Air Book is as large as any put out by the leading colleges of the country- Knowing that it would be impossible to make the book a success by merely having the students subscribe, the Business Manager has waged an intensive and extensive campaign among the alumni. Many novel devices were used in advertising the book to the alumni. The Belle Air Bulletin Board has always contained some new advertisement to attract the student body. Altogether the efforts made by the Business Manager and his assistants. Francis Loughran and Joseph Corcoran, have absolutely raised the standard of the economic element of the Belle Air B xik. Every effort has been given to make this year’s book the “Best-Yettc.” The highest quality of photographs were secured; the engraving has been of an exceptionally fine quality. Campus scenes with their beautiful colored tints, alone make the fxxik worth having; the various innovations introduced by the Editor have given a smart tone to the book. From one cover to the other there is manifested to even the least astute observer an extraordinary amount of work on the part of both the Editorial and Business Staffs. The members of both staffs, however, are well satisfied with the work they have done and all consider their labor to have been well rewarded. Tlie Villanovan Editor'in'Chicf Ralph G. Hegner. '27 Alumni Editor John R. Cunningham College T otes Editor John R. Sullivan. 28 Assistants James J. Moore. 28 William C. Gogcin. '28 Assistants Andrew J. Sloan. 27 William H. Vincent. '28 Athletic Editor Harry J. Burlington, 27 Humor Editor James J. Dever, '27 Assistants Thomas A. Breslin. '29 Charles L Martin. 29 Assistant Neal McCarthy. '29 Staff Artist Alfred J. Panepinto. 27 Cartoonist Eugene R. Donnelly. '27 VanHorn, Moore, Donnelly, Daley. Rooney. Lopez, Sullivan, Emory, Vincent McCarthy Dever, Ktrwan, Burlington, Baron. Hegner. Panepinto, Sloan. Cunningham. Blatt 288 Staff Typists Anthony F. Emory, '29 Dallas M. Blatt, '29 Photographer Joaquin Lopez, '28 Business Manager Augustus A. Baron. ‘27 Advertising Manager Charles R. Dever. ‘27 Circulation Manager Patrick T. Kirwan. ‘27 Assistants Warren G. Daley, ‘27 Charles Van Horn. ‘30 Assistants Joseph A Barry. ‘28 George J. Malli n. ‘29 rs UST as the period from 1476 to 1660 has been called the Renaissance of Literature, so the year of 1926-1927 will be remembered as the renaissance of The Villanovan. Ever since it first came into existence some eleven years ago, it has continued to expand and improve. But never in the course of its existence has The Villanovan expanded and improved to such a degree as it did this past year. This progress has been the result of the efforts of the staff who have so ably handled the magazine in both a literary and a business way. The Editorial Staff during the year 1926-1927 was headed by Ralph G Heg ner, '27. Unstinted praise is his due for the able manner in which he directed his staff. To the staff, also, credit must be given, because through their efforts the plans and ideas of the editor were put into execution and made realities. All their work shows results in the improved appearance of the magazine. The Business Staff, under Augustus A Baron. ‘27, deserves an abundance of credit. Without the pecuniary means supplied by these men The Villanovan could never have advanced as it did. As has been said many times before. The Villanovan is now of such a calibre as to be ranked with any other college publication in the country, both as to quality and quantity. 289 The Owl In the second volume of The Owl, several innovations were introduced, among them being a cartoon page, contributed by an alumnus, snapshots, and a very inter' esting history of Villanovas Engineering School, written by one of our professors. A cover was also added, giving the journal a more dignified and finished appearance. The manner in which the Alumni lent their wholehearted support to students in this undertaking is one of the chief reasons why The Owl is so firmly established. It is to be hoped that this support will continue and that The Owl may l x k forward to an ever brightening future. STAFF Howard Avil. '28 Raymond Quiet;. '28 Raymond Moynihan, 28 Joaquin Lopez. 29 John Schuyler. '29 Frank Harding, 29 Sam Breth. '29 Rev. E. V. Stanford. O.S.A. Joseph F. Hughes. '27 Alfred J. Panf.pinto, '27 Jerome Hurley. '27 Donald J. Bradley, '27 William J. Long, '27 Charles F. Dailey, '27 J. Francis Yake, Jr.. '27 Joseph Voelker, '28 John Cresswell, '29 Francis Buckley, 29 Thomas Martin, '29 Hubert Oberlies. '29 Erwin McGuire. '29 Joseph McManemin. '29 Charles Vanhorn, 30 CrcMwtll. Obcrlic . Quick. Buckley. McGuire. Lope:, McManemin, Goehr, Breth Avil. Hurley, Dailey, Hughe� , Rev. E. V. Stanford, O.S.A.. Yake. Voelker, Panepinto. Long. v ii l C ?t„c ,t on ,e Oud, in September, 1926, the journal of tht Ulanova College Engineers has continued to expand and improve, unti at t c present time, it has become an important link between the engineer mg Alumni and the students of the school. The Owl. sponsored by Ph t l i ,s .Engineering Society of Villanova, has already justi e e aith placed in it by the society, even though the journal has been in tor but tWO Short VO-arc existence for but two short years. 290 ye. The Mirror The cartoons are drawn by the following students: William “Peep Sheehan, 25; “Mort” Leary, ex' 28, and “Al“ Panepinto, '27. The editing is done by Father Edward V. Stanford, who supplies the printed commentary. The drawings and commentary arc copied by Joseph McManemin, '30, upon stencils from which the final copies are stamped. These are turned over to the distributor, Harry Thorn- ton, who posts them upon the bulletin boards. The Mirror was originated by the Reverend Edward V. Stanford, who now edits it, and to whom the lion's share of the credit for the success of this publica- tion is due. Despite his manifold duties as a member of the Faculty, as Student Chaplain, and as Faculty Advisor of The Owl. Father Stanford still finds time to devote to thinking up subjects for The Mirror, to the editing, and to supply- ing really startling and original commentary. The second religious survey carried the following questions: Do you read The Mirror? “Do you think it serves a useful purpose? Have you any remarks or suggestions to make regarding it?” Apart from what may be said about its good or bad points, the religious survey shows that The Mirror is a medium which can and does reach all the students and engage their attention. The reac- tion of the students was very positive and clearly defined. r ITHOUT a doubt. The Mirror is the most unique of Villanova's publi cations. This is due to the fact that it is not necessary to purchase a copy in order to read it—for that matter. The Mirror has no subscribers in the usual sense. It is a weekly publication posted on its glass-covered bulle- tin boards, which arc located at prominent places in the several buildings on the campus. It makes its appearance the first of each week. The sub title of this distinctive periodical bears the legend “a weekly bulletin for those interested in Villanova.” Believing that all individual improvement along the lines of religious practice, character development, and school spirit is bound to react to the benefit of Villanova, it touches on the many little personal and collective defects and good points that cannot be effectively brought into prominence in any other way. Its medium of expression is for the most part cartoons, to which arc attached pertinent remarks or suggestions. It is a running commentary in carica- ture on all that concerns the religious and moral life of the students and the welfare of Villanova. 2V1 The Monican Many reasons could he given in support of this choice, hut the one reason that carried the most weight was that one huilt on a parallel between the relations of St. Monica to St. Augustine, and, in consequence, the Professed to St. Monica. It was St. Monica s brilliant intellect, enhanced by constant prayer, that brought her son, Augustine, out of the darkness of heresy into the light of the true Church. St. Monica fostered the beginning of the religious life of St. Augustine; it cannot be doubted that she also watches over the beginning of the religious life of Augustine s spiritual sons, and the profession of vows in the Order of St. Augustine is the begin' nmg of the religious life. Consequently, it seemed only fitting to dedicate any work in the Professorium to her in an especial way. And so at present The Mon;can takes its stand in the literary circle at Villanova, with every hope of attaining fully the ends which were set down as a measure of final success. T WAS in the Spring of 1926 that The Monican. under the title of “St. Rita's Chronicle,” first came into existence. The motives which prompted the members of St. Mary’s Hall to enter the field of literary endeavor, were set forth in the first issue. Briefly, they were as follows: In the first place, the magazine was intended as a means of increasing the power of initiative. A publication of the nature of “St. Rita’s Chronicle” gave ample opportunity to everyone in St. Mary's Hall of doing something worth-while in addition to his set duties. To establish a bond between those who had passed beyond the walls of the Professorium and taken up their labors in the priesthood, and those who were yet only preparing for the great work before them, a link was necessary. For this purpose, namely, of providing that connecting link, a magazine seemed not only good, but even ideal. It was not only to stir up activity and establish a bond between past and present that the publication gave as its reason of being; but also (and this was a point of vital importance), it would be an incentive for writing and gaining that power in writing which means so much. Practice, and practice alone, can give that facility in writing which means the ability to sway the minds and wills of men. The necessity of a priest having this ability is only too evident. With so much evil in the yellow and sensational press, the priest must be prepared to coun- teract the evil with his influence for good. Since it accomplished these three ends by one means, namely, writing, “St. Rita s Chronicle proved a success from the very moment of its inception. How- ever the title of the magazine did not sufficiently emphasize the fact that the publica- tion was the work of Augustinian Professed. Accordingly, a change in name was proposed and suggestions were called for. In October of 1926 the magazine received the title of The Monican. 292 'a,U c g,,,n- beoe A,R ball. ,w Wta t 'McL Khl.n Petc p '' Pa,r,ck K,rwan- W� McHcnrjr 4 Oft, in the stilly night. Ere Slumber's chain has bound me. Fond memory brings the light Of other days around me. IS °n the n,ght °f Ja|,uary seventh, one of those fiercely cold nights when the howling winds seem to vie with each other to see which makes the weirdest howl. A slight flurry of snow is trying in vain to find a resting place. 6 .1 Man PeoP .e aije entering a great, tall building. Bright faces shine door into amXr' e ?JaIL .flLakc8 as,the gay crowd passes through the revolving bearim nf I WOr l ts’ and P dms’ more palms, and music. The vibrant Y()uh‘' kniahr a kmUSrC SCiCI?S to l is new world with intense romance. And with it 11 0 i •Clr a,rJa ,es sway gracefully in time with the magic baton. « is. The rll rCf,ZatIOn that am a member of this group. And what a group men of the fhloti° ou.r youn American womanhood, famous educators, famous become mhl - n I W°r u coac ‘:s ai)d players, men whose names and deeds have Ah no- m,t R t°n the rnids °f ?Ur PeoP c« — and I - I am one of them? mu t be one of them '? K l e Senior Class of Villanova College. I WK ’ F tH,S ,S the famous and traditional Belle Air Ball. popular tune nf° rh 1 a ° «aS dr5)ne a primitive air is now a merry and their «'tv vouna ( .L °W l c dancers react! They whirl about, wreathing air. Hours fly sw.Ttlv’‘bv T'0 5 1 UnsuPpressed tf . L,Kht banter fills the h.T1 J“ XilvF 2V4 Patrons and Patronesses Rev. James H. Griffin, O.S.A. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hogan Rev. Ruellan P. Fink, O.S.A. Mr. Frank V. Kasel Rev. Patrick F. O'Neil Lambda Kappa Delta Fraternity American Catholic Union Mr. and Mrs. John J Long Mr. Augustus A. Baron Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas McHenry Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Brown Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Madden Mr. Samuel T. Bodine Mr. Hugh J. McGuire Mr. and Mrs. William Byrne Hon. Alonzo G. McLoughlin Mr. and Mrs. William Bultman Mr. J. Stanley Morehouse Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Burlington Dr. Charles F. Nassau Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Blanche New Jersey Club Mrs. Leo Nif.ssen Mr. and Mrs. John Callaghan Mr. William G. Oberholzer Mr. J. M. J. Costello Mr. J. M. Perri Phi Kappa Pi Fraternity Mrs. Joseph Cusumano Mr. Alfred J. Panepinto Mr. Thomas Cahill Mr. and Mrs. Frank Quin Mr. Vincent Coluntuano Mr. John J. Sullivan Mr. James J. Shea Mr. James L. Crowley Dr. J. A. Sharkey Mr. M. J. Casey The Sophomore Class Mr. J. Stanley Smith Mr. and Mrs. Edward Donohoe Villanova R. C. H. S. Club Mrs. Miriam Daley Villanova Italian Club Day Student Club The Villanovan Wilkes-Barre Club Mr. Thomas M. Fitzgerald Mr. Harry S. Gallen Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hurley Mr. William J. Hurley The Junior Class Mr. John P. Kane Mr. John Kirwan Order of Dayues 1— Hello, Swanee 2— Black Bottom 3— Crazy Words 4— Clap Your Hands 5— Moonlight on the Ganges 6— Student Prince Medley 7— Where Do You Work a, John 8— Valencia 9— The Personality Boys 10— Defp Henderson 11— On the Riviera 12— Merry Widow Waltz Un 295 Arthur P. Balleti—Dorothy G. Massi Augustus A. Baron- -Dorothy Ward Arthur J. Blanche Isabelle Whelan J. Howard Brady—Helen Smith Albert W. Brown- Ruth Mahon Robert Bultman Kathryn Clark James E. Burns—Nancy T. Conway H. J. Burlington- -Peggy Jones Francis E. Byrne Mary Byrne John J. Byrne- Honora Tierney Stephen Callaghan- Marion Ginley Joseph N. Corcoran Leslie Leroy Kelley Warren G. Dai.y Kay Madden J. Francis Davis—Dot Dana James J. Dever- Margaret Campion William E. Donohoe- Anne Erline George DuPaul- Jeanne Heath Ignatius Gryczenski- -Josephine Decker Marshall J. Halphen- Anne Elizabeth Grannan E. Tracey Hartnett—Marge Kennedy 296 •FJ? Ralph Hegner Margaret Monaghan Jerome Hurley- Genevieve Frawley Patrick Kirwan- Mary Kirwan William J Long -Helen Day Herbert Madden—Pauline Waldron Joseph A. McHenry Jean Waldron Paul V'. McHenry Anne Lavin Wallace McLoughlin- Gertrude Quinn Thomas McManus Gertrude Clark Atjlano F. Montesa- Paquita G. Molina Mary Morris Matthew R. Oberholzer Margaret O'Donnell Harold O'Donnell -Elinor Kilker Jeremiah O'Sullivan Claire Leonard Alfred J. Panfpinto Kathryn Snyder Wallace H. Quin— Betty Boehmer Cleatus A. Seaver Gertrude F. Bader a Betty Caden Andrew J. Sloan Elizabeth P. Halligan Wilbert J. Smith Marion O'Neill Henry W. Snyder Mary Keenan Paul G. Taylor—Marie R Larcay 297 Junior W«k Committee Class of 1928 HE permanency of Junior Week at Villanova has been assured. The sue- cess attending this past year's affair was truly phenomenal. It has estab- lished a social standard which succeeding Junior Classes will do well to attain. Blazers and canes were the official insignia for the Juniors during the week. WKr.L a?rvd' jCI7 propery inaugurated with a Solemn High Mass. Tuesday the lin • If V’ ed,cated to our Alma Mater. It was ushered in by a parade, ln,r • arc enc,r dmg the College grounds. The flag raising and tree plant- and IvT xfxrmarked by St,rr,ng speeches hY pr. Crawford and Fr. Fink, was h -I I Tk! cNeC roprefn.ting thc Jun,or Class. The Inter-Class Track Meet Wedne 1 C a rM°0n i,nd tbe uc azcr Ball on the evening of Campus Day. teges disnl A Y,dca,t,Day’ dedicated to the athletes. “Ed Hunsinger's ' Pro- gies ” t !rd the,r oId t,mc Prowess by defeating Harry Stuhldreher's Prodi- rliv Thnr V cvenin8we were the guests of the Senior Class at a smoker and on Yhe J 3S „rad,t,°” Pa % and was characterized by a glorious victory Friday ts Prom SV Fo,,owing the game was the Tea Dansant. the outstanding, dedicated to thc members of the Junior Class. Of course, dedicated m “J ” °Y,t !s. day was the Prom. Saturday was Farewell Day, Providence College0'11™™ Wtek U Wa® fcatured b r a diamond contest with Always with an intermingled feeling of pride and joy will we reminisce the glorious Junior Week that was ours. on 298 n 299 Campus Day HE beginning of a truly surnamed nonpareil week was marked with a Solemn High Mass. It was celebrated for our deceased students and alumni and also for the success of the Junior Class The day was dedicated to our Alma Mater. The first event of the day was the investment of the blazers and canes; the blazers to signify our loyalty to our school, the canes to symbolize our attainment to the estate of manhood. The positions of honorary Juniors were established by the presentation ot canes to the Rev. J. H. Crawford, Rev. J. F. O'Brien, Rev. J. A. Spar' row, and Prof. C. A. McGeehan. The traditional class parade then took place. It was led by the Marshal, John J. McDonnell, followed by the band and next the classes in order of their seniority. The march was led through the immediate grounds and thence to the flagpole. Here the Juniors demonstrated their originality by the raising of a Junior Week banner in addition to the Stars and Stripes. A short appropriate speech was made by Rev. Father Crawford. The Juniors then followed out the custom established by the Class of 1927, namely, the planting of the class evergreen tree. The presentation speech was made by the Vice-President of the Junior Class, Thomas L. McNec. A speech of acceptance was then made in the name of the school by Rev. R. P. Fink. The Junior President then announced that the banner for the best dressed class was to be awarded to the Class of 1929. The annual Inter-Class Track Meet was begun shortly afterwards. The first and second individual medals were awarded to two members of the Sophomore Class. The banner for the class scoring the highest number of points was also awarded to the Sophomore Class. The score of the track meet follows: Individual Scores First Place— Myrtetus—14 points. Second Place—Woods—12 points. Class Scores Seniors—11. Sophomores—43. Juniors—1. Freshmen—28. As this Junior Class endeavored to distinguish Class Day, so may the subsequent Junior Weeks progress in like manner on this day. Elue Blazer Ball massed PALE greenish moon looked down upon the campus from the grey sky with the languid tenderness of an ancient and yet fair enchantress. Trees leaped darkly out of the ambuscade of their own shadows, silver on the very topmost branches, where the moonlight touched them with delicate fleeting touches, as lightly as white hands caressing roses or a lilac bough. Faint scents hovered in the air, lingering in corners where rushes clustered. Now and then a love-engrossed couple would stroll languorously by . aloof from all the world except themselves and wander along the grav- eled paths to sequestered bowers. A star would fall, streaking golden lines across a glittering magic sky. Surely, it was an ideal night .... for the ball .... the initial social event which ushered in Junior Week with all its pomp and glory. Through the open windows of Alumni Hall, one heard the drum and the dreamy violin, and the saxophone that wailed, and tom-tomed, and stirred little ripples in one’s blood What was once a dull, bare and lifeless gymnasium, was now transformed into a beautiful ball-room, canopied with blue and white streamers that fell in graceful curves, and that were illuminated with rose-shaded lights, sparkling with iridescence. Senior-Junior Smoker N WEDNESDAY evening of Junior Week, the Seniors were host to the Juniors at a smoker in the College auditorium. Father Fink opened the program with a very interesting talk on the social side of college life. He was followed by Frank Reynolds, who gave a rapid-fire comic monologue which kept his audience in rollicking laughter throughout his act. Fenton Fitzpatrick, '28, next essayed the role of the “Missing Link.” His apish antics were such as to lend credence to the Darwinian theory. John M. Foley, '29, and William C. Goggin, '28, were a real hit in their song and dance number, featuring Fascinating Girl.” Joseph Sullivan won repeated encores by his songs and banjo accompaniment. There followed a one-act play, “The Executioner,” presented by the Dual Mask Club. The parts were very capably handled by John Foley, '29; J. Howard Brady, '27; Ralph G. Hegner, '26, and Wil- bert Smith, '27. The concluding number consisted of selections by the Villanovans. The Seniors and especially the committee consisting of John R. Cunningham, Chairman; Augustus A. Baron and John J Gallen are to be highly commended for their high-minded and generous co-operation in helping to make Junior Week non- pareil by this smoker. Tine Tea Dansant : nd and color. The blending harmony of a truly superb «� c e.-tranon, a softly scintillating lighting effect played upon an entrant Dansanrt,S IC decoradn£ scheme. Such was the effect presented by the Tea cvcnl held on the Thursday afternoon, perhaps more properly alnrimi K Ck” i|Cm-n ’ Junj?r e k. It proved a most fitting climax to the glorious baseball victory over Boston College. han startt;d ab?ut six «clock and it was late in the evening before the mind Tlf- v .C. c kC ynanasium was very crowded, but nobody seemed to bv the victorvof th? � ° lh£n ? u wfe ’ combined with the jubilance engendered there seemed STl? ?1 thc ll}ronS with a P� nt of hilarity. Yet. withal, private Nx th with 5 .not.e s mphcity, enhanced by the series of semi' were a ShrM H H charm,cn8I ' c tables, lining the walls. These booths with their httl • t rmed simply from thc crepe paper decorations, two to four couples each. ,mmU,l,Ve rcd and b,ue shades, they accommodated from a zest and nlwTnrl W rC at tbcir best an(l rendered the popular numbers with and finesse worthy of any of our most famous orchestras of the [unior Joseph s College, Chestnut Hill, were the guests and undoubtedly ni.t onclaM7nh Tal! “ “ ViSi‘°rS and Jt! rxxi'mnl'i WaS ®CrV€? by a numbcr of whitC'Coated, smiling Freshmen w.ll, a good meal was never known to make anyone feel lei gay. 302 The Junior Prom HE great moment had arrived. That elimax in the social career of every college man was at hand, the Junior Promenade of the Class of 1928. In keeping with the magnitude of the event, the setting was ideal. A more fitting scene would have been difficult to obtain, for the ballroom of the Manufacturers' Club in Philadelphia is one of the most beautiful of its kind to be found anywhere. Nine o'clock on the evening of April 22, 1927—what a memorable moment! A record-breaking crowd, beautiful young womanhood, smiling young manhood, en- chanting music provided by that famous organisation, the Musical Skippers!” The dreaming shadows cast by the many-colored lights, the polished brightness of the floor, the modulated laughter of the swaying couples, the rhythm of the dance, an aureole of happiness! Certainly nothing could be more perfect, nothing more sublime. With what delight did the guests receive the novel and distinctive favors! To the syncopating strains, gay couples, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores, Fresh- men, professors, old grads—all were there, gliding rhythmically over the polished floor. The Prom was on. The music complained, and thrilled, and sobbed, in deso- late sorrow, and shrieked, and howled, and trilled, in hilarious mirth. Such music • . . One simply wanted to dance again and again. . . . to be out on the floor, once more, the polished floor that gleamed and caught the little specks of light and held them imprisoned. . . . where one girl's red chiffon dress would flare defiance at another's pale yellow, and where a third's violet would glow in a para- doxical modesty that laughed at its own beauty. . . . where girls with cheery smiles and sleepy voices would drift in the arms of immaculate young men, who danced dreamily with half-shut eyes. . . . where one's own feet would be tread- ing the paths that were marked out by strange, insidious, heart-breaking chords, that were and were not music, that had and had not any tunc at all. . . . that were jazz. It was a never-to-be-forgotten night. Happiness and light-heartedness character- ized the inner dispositions of every one present. Not a dull moment cast its shadow on the happy throng. Truly the Muse of Terpsichore reigned supreme. Ecstatic music—peppy fox-trots and dreamy waltzes enticed one s feet to glide over labyrin thine spaces. Its spell was inexorable. In such an entrancing atmosphere, the hours sped by. The familiar strains of farewell re-echoed through the hall. The dancers had departed. A solemn stillness reigned. Outside the moon was seen sallying through flecks of clouds—a moon that was becoming evanescent before a slowly rising sun. It has passed, but memories of our Junior Prom will ever be fresh in our minds. None other can take its place. Just another word is appropriate, a word of appre- ciation to the members of the committee who were responsible for the gratifying success of the affair. These members were: Gerard A. Kilcourse, Chairman: Martin P. Callan, George F. Fay, Raymond T. Haule, John J. McDevitt, Richard J. New- man, and William H. Vincent. 303 Patrons and Patronesses Rev. James H. Griffin. O.S.A. Rev. Ruellan P. Fink. O.S.A. Mr. Louis Boss Mr. James P. Whelan Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore Anastasia Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Avil Mr and Mrs. Garrett J. Barry Mr. and Mrs. Maurice H. Blake Mr and Mrs. Daniel Burnes, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Burns Mrs. Beatrice Callan Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Collins Mr Francis W. Connelly Mr. and Mrs. James F. Conner Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Coskren Mr. John J. Crane Day Student Club Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Donnelly Epsilon Phi Theta Mr. and Mrs. John P. Fay Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Fitzpatrick Freshman Class Mr. and Mrs. Emmanuel J. Gallagher Mr. and Mrs. James J. Gara Mr. and Mrs. William F. Goggin Mr. and Mrs. John M. Greene Mr. Louis F. Happen Mr. and Mrs. Eusebe J. Houle Mr. and Mrs. M. I Kerrigan Mr. and Mrs. P. F. Kiernan Mr. and Mrs. John J. Kilcourse Mr and Mrs. Anthony Leitner Mr. and Mrs. John F. Lally Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Lalor Lambda Kappa Delta La Salle Club Mr. and Mrs. James F. Lyons Mr. and Mrs. P. J. McCarthy Mrs. T. J. McCarthy Mr. and Mrs. John J. McDevitt Mr. and Mrs. James J. McDonnell Mrs. James J. McGlone Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. McGowan Mr. and Mrs. F. McGrath Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Moynihan Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Nealon New Jersey Club Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Newman Mrs. Augusta Oberlies Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A. O'Brien Mr. and Mrs. Anthony O'Donnell Mr. and Mrs. T. F. O'Donnell Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pessalano Phi Kappa Pi Mr. and Mrs. Charles Quigg Mrs. Emma E. Quinn Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Reardon Mr. Thomas A. Reardon Dr. and Mrs. Walter M. Reedy R. C. H. S. Club Senior Class Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Slomkowski Sophomore Class Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Sullivan Villanova Italian Club Mr. and Mrs. William H. Vincent Mr. and Mrs. James E. Wallis Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Whelan Wilkes-Barre Club Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Young Programme of Dances 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ‘‘Ain’t She Sweet? “Can’t Get Over a Girl Like You.” I Want a Kiss From You.” ”Half a Moon. It All Depends on Ton. Hello, Blue bird!” 7. That’s a Good Girl. 8. “Hugs and Kisses. 9. My Baby Knows How. 10. There's Everything T ice About You. 11. Black Bottom. 12. Blue Danube Waltz.” 304 LL AN OVA'S social season for 1926 and 1927 was brought to a fitting climax on the evening of May 27th, in the form of the Sophomore Soiree. The Class of '29, with a background of brilliant successes, undertook this enterprise with a vim that was certain to make the aifair one that would not soon be forgotten by those who attended. Coming, as it did, just before the final “exams, it served as a break in the subsequent tension. And as the last event on the social calendar for the year, it quite naturally drew one of the largest crowds Alumni Hall has seen this year. Employing a new and novel system of lights and decorations, the sight that met the astounded eyes of the undergraduate body was one of gratifying beauty and harmony. And no less pleasing were the comments of the old “grads. The “gym was bedecked in green and white, the colors of the class, and illuminated by shaded lights, while from either end of the hall, spotlights played upon the dancers. The effect was at once pleasing and original. There was an exhibition, and a novelty dance, both of which evoked much interest and praise, and added greatly to the enjoyment of those present. The music was furnished by the Villanovans. They are to be congratulated upon their superb playing. Their music was bewitching and entrancing, and cast a glamorous spell over the happy throng. The grand success of this Soiree is due to the untiring efforts of the committee headed by Austin Tighe and assisted by Richard Schleicher, Antonio Martinez. Richard Denny. Bernard O'Hara, Anthony Sellitto, James McIntyre, Francis McNulty, Henry Smith and William Rudolph. Too much credit can not be given them for the excellent manner in which they planned and conducted the affair. John Ahern. 305 |T a meeting of the Freshman Class, it was decided that Freshman Day would I he held May 20, 1927. Field events, including Sophomores and Freshmen over the old pond in a tug-o 'war and various races were held during the day. In the evening the Freshman Frolic took place. Being the initial social affair of the college man, the affair was anxiously looked forward to by many of the yearlings, who had been so-called “devils with the ladies ’ in their “Prep days. The Dance Committee worked hard, and the large number of tickets that were sold, and many requests received from people desiring to become patrons and patronesses, indicated that the affair would surpass all previous Freshman hops. The dance was enlivened by the Villanova Aug' mented Orchestra. A special treat, in the form of favors and refreshments, was well received by all. The hall was quite elaborately decorated with the Freshman colors. The tug'o'-war, which in previous years has been won by the Sophomore Class, was another of the many added to the Fresh' man conquests. The day was earnestly en' joyed by all, Freshmen and upper classmen, and from the undivided efforts which were put forth by the class as a whole, it seems that this day will go down in the annals of Villanova College as a precedent in the form of social activities, which future classes will be forced to extend themselves in order to surpass or ever equal. Tihe ¥illanovan Christmas Tree DR the second time in the history of Villanova, on the eve of the Christmas vacation, the students gathered around the Villanovan Christmas Tree to imbibe and diffuse the Yuletide spirit of good cheer. This splendid tradition was inaugurated by the Villanovan Staff of last year. At that time it was thought that an entertainment in keeping with the season of the year would be appreciated by all. Accordingly, the first Villanovan Christmas Tree was introduced. And when the time arrived for the annual repetition of this tradition, this year's staff rose to meet the occasion. It was a happy gathering which lent itself to the spirit of the occasion. An excellent program was arranged, consisting of local and outside talent. A touch of Christian reverence was added to the affair, when, as the rising curtain revealed a brilliantly illuminated tree, trimmed with vari colored lights, the soft strains of Adeste Fidelis'' could be heard. Although the audience consisted of faculty members, first, second, third and fourth year men, nevertheless, the evening's entertainment would not have been complete without the appearance of Santa Claus. This kind old soul, none other than William C. Goggin, made his appearance doubled up under the weight of his heavy pack. Every one present received a gift from that mysterious pack, the delight and wonderment of so many children. The evening came to a close by the entire assembly joining in the strains of the Alma Mater. The credit of the success of this affair goes to the committee: Augustus A. Baron, Josph A. Barry, John R. Cunningham and Patrick T. Kirwan. The Villanovan Staff feels as though it has acconv plished its work in carrying on this tradition. It is thus hoped that the Christmas Tree will continue to live as one of Villanova's established customs. 307 T IS a Saturday in October, the twenty-third of the month, to be precise. The engineers, having surveyed the Varsity's spectacular defeat of Dickin- son, are in the proper mood to celebrate that evening. It is the day of the Owl Hop which this year has a two-fold significance. It has always been the classic of the fraternity dances and now it is also to serve as the fitting celebration of a great victory. Consulting the meterological data at hand, the engineers conclude that the eve- ning bids fair to be clear and bright. As darkness settles down upon the face of the earth they eagerly train their telescopes upon Venus, that gentle planet which presides over the amorous destinies of man. Apparently satisfied with her aspect they turn to an examination of the brilliantly glowing orb of the harvest moon. A little later in the evening they are arriving on the campus by twos and fours. The ground is carpeted with leaves which, rustling under foot, startle one and recall the proximity of the advent of the goblins and the witches. Walking up the path under the low-hanging trees, the darkness seems more intense when contrasted with the moonlight on the sweeping expanse of lawn. Ahead is Alumni Hall. Each window is shedding a radiant orange glow into the night. Sounds of music are heard—an orchestra evolv- ing the notes of a catchy, ting- ling fox-trot. Within the dance is in full sway. Once again. Phi Kappa Pi has inaugurated the social season at Villanova. The gymnasium has been transformed into a tented can opy of purple and gold. The music is furnished by the cele- brated Villanova ns, purveyors of melody and jazz. They sit surrounded by palms, reminis- cent of turquoise skies and a tropical moon. The dancers gliding to and fro present a kaleidoscopic effect of changing color. The floor is crowded but not too crowded to prevent graceful dancing. Truly it can be said to be the poetry of mo- tion, the harmony of vision, and the symphony of sound. A not- able achievement in the social history of Villanova. imp mmm ■J - 7 i • A gxB Ke£D 308 Thanksgiving Hop HE evening of the twentieth of November, 1926, is forever fixed in the memory of all who attended the Thanksgiving Hop given by the Senior Class. It was a night for romance. The beautiful silvery moonlight brought forth all the splendor and charm of the campus. White, winding walks shone like spotless marble against the hazy lawns in the soft gray light of the moon. The College buildings, spotted here and there with window- lights, cast inky shadows on the ground. Here, too, the bulky gray walls of the College formed a massive silhouette against a pale, starry, blue sky. Upon entering Alumni Hall, couples were greeted by man's artful and in- genious effort to match the beauties of the campus. Soft lights whispered inaudible music that seemed to stir the emotions with an unexplainable charm. Decorations dazzling the eye lent gayety to the spirit of play. Caught in this sway and clamor of delights, entrancing music, irresistible to the fantastic toe, floated over all like a heavy aroma from “The Nonpareil Villanova Orchestra. On with the dance, beautiful ladies swirled by burley lads gracefully skipped over the floor. Pretty dresses in colors arrayed gave the needed touch to the color scheme of the designer. Then, too, the true beauty of the dance was in the expression of delight in the smiling faces and the flash- ing eyes of the dancers. All too soon were heard the strains of an old-fashioned waltz announcing the final dance. Thus ended a night of romance, indeed. We arc grateful to the fol- lowing men for their clever ideas and unselfish labor in making the Thanksgiving Hop such an over- whelming social triumph: John J. Byrne, Chairman; Howard Brady, Clarence Dana, William Hurley, Thomas McManus, Andrew Sloan, Francis Yake. 309 La Salle Club—Valentine Dance (HE cold blasts of winter and the eerie sounds made by the wind seemed I to add to our spirit of dejection as we sat together silently smoking. No one had courage enough to speak, for it was a night in early February, the gloomiest of seasons for college men. _v We reflected on the various symptoms of depression, fatigue, gloom, anxiety; and were in a frame of mind that would thwart an expert psychologist. Although youth, energy, ambition were there, yet the suspense of waiting for the results of the mid-years cast a spell of melancholy over all. Someone mustered enough aggression to inquire into the immediate future; our friend, the pessimist, who happened to be in our midst, replied: Lent isn t far I off. Imagine our state of mind at the advent of this news. Just then my glance was attracted by something tacked upon the wall, and under it I saw-—February 12, La Salle Club—I jumped up and pulling it down, reminded the fellows of the Valentine Dance to be held on the next Saturday night. Something to buoy up our spirits! A diversion from the dull grind preparing for the mid years. The good word spread rapidly and the spirit of the crowd changed to one of joyful anticipation. , , ,, , The night of February 1- came around as Saturday nights have a habit of doing —a moonlight night. The snow'covered campus spark- led like a sea of diamonds as we wound our way to Alumni Hall. Cheery greet- ings from everyone; all in a happy mood; each one plow- ing his way through the snow to the dance. Alumni Hall took on a most homey appearance, as we ap- proached it, with the red lights shining through the windows. All augured well for an enjoyable evening. When we entered the gymnasium, we were greeted with a scene to bring joy to the heart of the most de- spondent; the “gym” deco- rated with long streamers of blue, white and gold, sus- pending elaborate decora- tions; red lights all around —a real Valentine Dance. yV 310 FITTING climax to the incessant and untiring efforts of the Belle Air Staff, to create recognition and instil enthusiasm and support in the students, took place on Friday evening, February 26th, in the form of a dance. This undertaking aided immeasurably in the making of this year's edition the epitome of excellence, establishing a standard for the other classes to strive to emulate in the years to come. The frolic arrived just at the height of the drive to obtain subscriptions, and each subscriber was given a little blue cardboard tag to hang on the lapel of his coat, an- nouncing to all his pledge as a staunch sup' porter. And what one of us failed to ex- hibit that little indication of our loyalty that night, dancing in the subdued glow of shaded lights: effects obtainable only by the artists of the Belle Air Staff. The spirit of the occasion seemed to be felt by all, and the number of questions asked by many dainty bits of femininity only serve to prove that interest is not confined to the students alone, but that some one else was thinking and displaying unusual con- cern over its outcome. As a social venture, it was equal to any held in the gymnasium this year. We owe sincere thanks to the Villa- novans for their Lopezian rendition of the latest popular numbers, and the student body in general for the magnificent response which they gave to our affair. The Belle Air Frolic was the last social function our class had, and as a climax to our social life in college, no more fitting affair could be chosen. The dance was sym- bolic of the spirit of the Class of 1927. At- tended by one hundred per cent of our number, even though some of us do not par- take in the art of Terpsichore, it remains in our memories as a pleasing thought of pleas- ant hours spent on our campus. r 'i .rj 311 a zo St� Patrick’s .Dance IVE and make merry while there is yet time, for tomorrow we must refrain—a n exhilarating spirit pervaded the Pre Mods' annual midLentcn frolic held on March 17, in Alumni Hall. Conditions could not have been more pleasant. The embryo doc tors saw to it that the “Gym was in fit condition for the occasion. Mellow music, subdued atmos' phere, faces aglow with enthusiasm and the indomitable spirit of the Lambda Kappa Delta made this dance different, and because differ ent, memorable. Over the dimlydighted fl x r, to the soft strains of music, amid the low rustling of laces and brocades, fond partners make their graceful way. Their modulated voices now rise, now fall, as their smoothly swaying bodies approach and re cede. Now a sparkling face is seen to dilate under laughter's lightly driven shaft. Then wisp like, back it glides into the paternal darkness of the shadows. The spirit of youth prevails; youth vibrant, col orful, sparkling with the joy of life. It was a glorious night, a night throbbing with romance and beau ty, a night enthroned in the hearts of all. The members of the committee are to be complimented for the splendid manner in which the dance was conducted. They were: John J. Byrne, Chairman; Harold O'Donnell, Kenneth O'Toole, Igna tius Grycsenski, Raymond Houle, William Reardon Joseoh D'Agos tino, and Anthony Pellicanc. 312 fWIleVti -Stratford Vittenox s College Pay Students' Club- A1 Hirsch May 6- Day Students May Hop HE Day Students' Club's Annual May Hop was formally announced at the Junior Prom by one of the best floaters ever produced by the clever hand of our College artist, A1 Panepinto, who served as a member of the Dance Committee. Due to the tremendous number of social events sched uled for the days following Lent, it was difficult to secure a date suitable to every one. After careful consideration, the evening of May 6th was selected as the best time for the dance. The committee, then, secured the North Garden of the Bellevue'Stratford Hotel. Philadelphia, in which to hold the affair, and later signed up “Ai” Hersch to supply music for the occasion. The remaining incidentals were soon arranged and then, after a brief space of time, the night of the dance arrived. Shortly after nine o'clock, the crowd started to gather and within an hour, the ballroom and lobby were filled to capacity. For the next few hours, all that was done by anyone was dancing. To the tuneful croonings of the orchestra, the crowd swayed and dipped to their heart's content. Moreover, there was a cer tain chumminess among the couples that made one feel that he knew everybody else. Shortly before one o'clock, the strains of the last waltz were heard, and it was with joy and regret that the boys and girls left the floor as the music ceased for the last time. All were joyful because of the pleasure they had experienced and sad because it had come to an end so soon. However, it was the universal opinion of all who attended that it was one of the best “Hops held in the city for a long time. Whatever the success of the dance, the credit for it should fall on the entire student body and especially the day students, for the active CO' operation in supporting it to the utmost. The Dance Committee consisted of the following: William Vincent, '28, Chairman: Joseph McHenry. '27; John J. Byrne, '27; Anthony Colam tuono, '27; Alfred Panepinto. '27; James Lyons, '28; John McGlone, '28; William Conley, '28; Martin Callan, '28; Nathaniel Keyes, '29; Fred Lucchcsi, 50. - 313 Villanova Italian Club Dance E glossy ballroom floor of the Penn A. C. reflected a gay and happy throng of couples toeing to the Terpsichorean trills of merry music—mirth and au t«.r permeated the air—brilliant and sparkling lights casting their splendor on gowns and still more beautiful women: a wonderful contrast in colors 1 ano Italian Club Dance. Th:s splendid and brilliant affair, culminating a very highly successful -Cason, was held on Friday evening. May 13th. at the Penn Athletic Club in Phila «. M Although this was the first dance in the history of the club, it proved very succcssfu socially and financially it surpassd our most optimistic anticipations. It foremost social event of the year. ° shadowing by far the wonderful smoker and entertainment which the club ten to the football team earlier in the seaso . It proved to be a very fitting climax to most eventful season. We were honored t have as gu«.sts Rev. Jatne H Griffin. O S.A.. «« ' of the Co liege: Rev. Ruellani P • O.S.A.. Vice-President; Rev. Charles • Beckerman. O.S.A.. our «piri� � 1 adv£ ’ Rev. Aurelio A. Marini. O S A.. • David Rubio. O.S.A. member of th Royal Academy of Spam; Hon. Josep M. Pcrri; Dr. Kelly: many members the Faculty and prominent Italians « Philadelphia. The club feels gratefu being honored with the presence distinguished a group of guests, sure that for them as well as for us was an evening well spent. Over two hundred delighted couP danced to the very inviting mu-ic ‘ j, mshed by Vic's “Venetians.” The lent reputation of the Villanova Club W� most certainly enhanced. Much credit is due to the committee for it fatigable efforts towards success, whole-hearted co-operation extende the members, made this dance, t c dance of the club, one long to be re bered by all who attended. 314 The Undergraduate Council Dance 315 m A - Pni Kappa Pi Officers J. Francis Yake, Jr., President Fred Young, Vice-President Jerome F. Hurley, Secretary Fenton Fitzpatrick, Treasurer Howard J. Avil, Sergeant-at-Arms Fratres in Facultate T. J. L. O'Hara T. J. McCormick C. T. Humphrey E. V. Stanford, O S.A C. A. McGeehan J. S. Morehouse W. A. Slavik J. J. Sweeney Fratres in Collegio 1927 LEY J. F Hurley A. F. Montesa EN J. F. Hughes A. J. Panepinto J. F. Yake, Jr. A. J. Blanche C. F. Dailey D. J. Bradley J. J. Gallen W. J. Long 1928 H J Avil F. J. Fitzpatrick R. E. Lalor R. X. McGowan M. P. Callan J. j. Gara Joaquin Lopez J. McManemin Wm. Clinton G. F. Kline P. L. Maloney R. M. Moynihan H H Oberlies C. R. Quigg H. W Rimback J. J. Voelker F. W. Young � 4. 7 320 J. A. Ahern F. J. Buckley S. E. Breth H. J. Bycott R. C. Campbell E. W. Carle J. B. Creswell 1930 R. T. Barnes C. H. B x)her F. R. Bradley F. J. Brecker T. F. Brien P. C. Cronin D. G. Cypher J. J. Dooley J. J. Driscoll A. D. Giambrone C. C. Hammer E. J. Haug G. C. Hofbauer J. E. Kelley J. J. Kelley P. R. Kiernan J. H. Winterer J. E. Langan C. J. McKee J. W. McGuire C. P. Meyer J. J. Meyer F. E. Murphy H. B Murray W. J. O'Brien H. F. E. J. Reilly H. J. Rumbarcer J. P. Simpson P. F. Stewart A. W. Sutcliffe J. J. Slattery G. F. Tomlinson D. W. Weston Winterer IEWING the past scholastic year in retrospect, we find Phi Kappa Pi holding the premier position among the fraternities at Villanova. A competent staff of officers: J. Francis Yake, Jr., President; Fred Young, Vice President; Jerome F. Hurley, Secretary; Fenton Fitzpatrick, Treasurer; Howard Avil, Sergeant at-Arms, receiving the promise of hearty co-operation, immediately ventured to take the first forward step of the new year. Our “Committee on Arrangements was appointed, with Joseph F. Hughes as Chairman, and they, following the spirit of the officers, embarked immediately upon the work of preparing an appropriate program of events, which would result in the fulfillment of the two chief aims of the fraternity, namely, to furnish educational and social entertainment for the “Knights of the Slipstick. The annual “Owl Hop, as is customary, ushered in the social season on the campus. The gymnasium, decked in the fraternity and autumn colors, presented a pretty spectacle, under the pale beams of a Hallowe'en moon. The committee in charge, piloted by Charles F. Dailey, was well rewarded for its work, for the followers of wigLf Terpsichore gave it first place among the fraternity dances held during the entire year. The dance was a huge success, both ||Sa socially and financially. The Owl, a fraternity publication, the first of its kind at Villanova, has been an influential and successful medium in 1929 J A. Cunningham C. G. Day R. A. Donohue P. H. Goeltz H. J. Hayes F. P. Harding T. A. Inclesby L. T. Jordan H. J. Korte W. R. Mansfield T. J. Martin L. A. McGann J. D. McGinley E. J. McGuire J. J. McIntyre J. D. O'Hara J F. Reilly J. F. Schneider J M. Schuyler E. J. Stilasser H J. Thornton Not only are we elated over the retention of our accustomed position this year, but we boast of having brought to a fitting close the most pros- perous year ever written into our history. v ■ 321 PHI KAPPA PI BANQUET 322 Lambda Kappa Delia Officers A. W. Brown, President T. L. Burns, Vice'Prcisdent C. M. Dougherty, Secretary I. J. Gryczenski, Treasurer J. J. Byrne, Sergeant at-Arms V. T. DIGILIO, Student Council Rev. Joseph Dougherty Rev. John H. Crawford Rev. R. P. Fink Fratres in Facultate Prof. George Zebrowski Prof. Eli Duncomb A. P. Balletti J. E. Brennan A. W. Brown T. L. Burns A. F. Caprio J. M. Amore E. B. Barrett D. M. Blatt R. B. Bultman J. J. Byrne C. M. Dougherty 1927 V. T. Digilio I. J. Gryczenski H. G. O'Donnell 1928 R. T. Houle J. N. Lon erg an T. A. Breslin E. C. Britt B. T. Byrne 1929 J. B. Claffey J. J. Conroy J. M. D'Agostino Prof. John Ford Inst. V. T. Digilio Inst. J. J. Byrne K. R. O'Toole J .E. Veluzzi J. R. Nealon W. J. Reardon R. R. Denny J. A. Dicclatia J. J. Domanski 324 1930 E. W. Acre Frank Amodei R. C. Anderson Raymond Bigley F. W. Bria K. H. Blumberg M. D. Boccella Dominico Bertino Thomas Barrett W. T. Brogan George Barker J. C. Baratta R. R. Carbonetta T. A. Conway Emil Chervenka E. T. Cappola Joseph Casciato Max Cantor Samuel Cohen F. J. DeTore A. A. Donato John Durso F. Y. Irwin V. D. DeVincentis B. J. Kapa J. A. DelDuca E. F. Duschock R. J. Dufrasne J. A. DeCaw Louis Emanuele Reuben Field F. W. Famiglini D. R. Fascione J. F. Flanagan J. J. Franchina N. J. Grimaldi C. J. Goryszewski L. G. Griesmer C. A. Gallagher J. T. Hanley W. C. Hamburger D. A. Hertzberg R. J. Holland G. F. Kline T. H. Kelley J. P. Keliher Ralph Lenoci Harold Levine J. A. Lane Vincent Leiggi Fred Luchessi W. A. Montenegro Anthony Melchiori John McAneny John McClain J. A. McGarrity J. J. McLaughlin Matthew McManus Wm. Nunan Israel Nathenson James O'Boyle Dominico Pescatore Arturo Pico Joseph Pico J. W. Quinlan J. J. Regan F. C. Reichwein P. J. Romano F. L. Roma Thomas Sullivan Anthony Sweeney Harry Safronsky J. J. Sassman Thomas Sheridan D. A. Santarsiero Frank Sheeto Rocco Tella Charles Venture Anthony Virgilio Anthony Visceglia John Walker AMBDA KAPPA DELTA needs no introduction. For years this fraternity of the School of Science has been recognized as the most active society in the School. Since its organization by the Rev. Ruellan P. Fink, Vice-President and former Dean of the School of Science, Lambda Kappa Delta has been ever in the limelight as regards fraternal activities. Some ten or eleven years ago this society arose, and due to the earnestness of its original members, the fraternity has come up and shall continue to advance toward the goal of collegiate success. At the first meeting of the year, the following officers were elected: President, Albert W. Brown; Vice-President, Leslie Burns; Secretary, Cornelius McCarthy; Treasurer, Ignatius Gryczcnski. The opening of the past year marked the appointment of Rev. Joseph M. Dougherty as the new dean of the Science School. His interest in the students has already proven him a man most worthy for the guidance of the scholastic side of the school. We know that success shall follow his efforts and that he will always be remembered as a loyal member of our fraternity. Fr. Dougherty took the place of Fr. Fink, former Dean of the School. He has continued the work which the latter so capably carried on. asses. 323 S ' T h,Srfa.r b fhtiout to the medicos the championship of the Inter-Fraternity League. Lnder the leadership of Leslie Burns, and with John Gault as coach. Lambda Kappa Delta showed her supremacy in the field of basketball. For many years had (In n an at aSt tbe rcward °f effort has come. Great credit is e the athletes for their untiring labors and strong loyalty to the society. Initiation Committee, headed by John Byrne, performed its work in a praise- will r,anne ‘- e Freshmen were given their initiation in such a manner that they f H)n °r?et lt- surglcaI skill of some of the older members of the fra- . as mam este in many instances. The embryo doctors were given a real Ij f80 an 1 ea tbe work they have chosen to follow. This “welcome” 1 L neVj mem rs I°ng Fe remembered and held dear to every one of them as one of their happiest evenings at Villanova. Our annual banquet was held on the evening of March 8th. This banquet the event °f the fraternitv and was acknowledged by all to be in a V� UT Cnt bert ®rown acted as toastmaster, and performed his duties Presid n? CapabIe m nner- Among the speakers were the Rev. James H. Griffin, DoulZ n } T' RCV- RuC,,an R Vice-President; Rev. Joseph M. PreS ?h , ,‘hC Sch0°‘ °f S“ °thcr members of «he Faculty ex- short talk- r a Frova 1,1 regard to the activities of the future doctors, and their snort talks were well received. beintr Patnck l e colors of the fraternity again came into view, this the commirr- lS' i0 C a”nua Pre'Med. Dance. John Byrne acted as chairman of e’ and received merited congratulations on the success of the affair. 326 327 Officers William P. Hurley, President Carl P. Cummings, Vice President J. Howard Brady, Secretary Clarence Dana, Treasurer Rev. John F. O'Brien, O.S.A., Faculty Advisor Members Rev. H. A. Grelis, O.S.A., Honorary Member 1927 Byrne, F. E Codding, F. F. Costanzo, R. J. Cunningham, J. R. O'Sullivan, J. F. 1 Perri, P. P- Aschenbrenner, G. h. Cusumano, F. P. Hurley, W. P. Brady, j. H. Dana. C. J. Jenkins. E. F. rwuu. Donnelly, E. R. McCormick, R. B. Shea, J. J Gilroy, E. F. McGill, P. E. Sloan, A. J. Hartnett. E. F. Mu.Girr, F. C. Sullivan. R M. Hegner. R. G. Nawn, J. J. Blake, M. J. Conley, W. A. Coskren, T. J. Cummings, C. P. Farrelly. e. H. Kerrigan, T. M. Kiernan, A M. Kilcourse, G. A. Lamond, J. A. Leitner, J. F McCarthy. W. K. McGrath, F. D. 1928 Moore, J. J. O'Donnell, J J. Pessolano, L. C. Quindlan, J. P. Quinn, J. B. Reedy, W. J. Sheehan, C. S. Slomkowski, T. A. Sullivan, J. R. ” — c j Epsilon Phi Theta 328 Daly, R. F. Doyle, V. A. Emory. A. F. Foley, J. M. Morten, C. L. Becker, C. M. Bunsa, E. J. Burke, E. J. Callahan, J. F. Ciardi, A. Choquette, J. A. Clarke, E. Cummings, T. T. Daschbach, J. Dugan. J. L. McCarthy, J. T. McGlinchey, E. J. McKague, B. F. McNulty, F. A. 1929 Regilsky, J. M. Schleifer, N. L. Severance, G. A. Skelly, E. C. 1930 Fugazzi, C. Garey, C. E. Hanlon, F. E. Heron, J. J. Himsworth, G. F. Jacobs. J. T. Kilcoynf., J. P. Kilgallen, W. J. Lyons, W. L. J. Mannion, R. A. McCloskey, E. McGann, J. J. Mulroy, E. J. Morris, J. F. Murphy, J. J. Murphy, W. J. Rooney, M. B. Scully, C. J. Smith. M. J. Snyder, G. G. Smith. H. J. Smith, R. E. Tighe, A. T. Watson, F. G., Jr. Whelehan, J. J. Stello, R. F. Stevens. F. A. Takacs. J. J. Turchi, A. J. Tucio, A. A. Urevich. A. J. Veldorale, N. C. Walsh. F. M. Welch. J. E. Yonker. T. M. N THE old days of Villanova's history there existed not the many technical schools which arc now in existence at Villanova, hut the age-old Arts School whose curriculum has come down from the time of the ancient Greek and Latin Academies and Schools. We note by a perusal of the history of those days the formation of a glee club, dramatic club, debating societies and other outside interests. These clubs, first formed and organized by Arts men, were the forerunners of the many clubs and fraternities which arc now in existence at Villanova, principal among which is the Epsilon Phi Theta, which is exclusively an Arts society. It is the oldest fraternity at Villanova, receiving its first impetus in Corr Memorial Hall among novices and professors. The leader of the movement for its formation was Father Matthew Corcoran. Gradually the idea spread and collegiate members were received into it. The fraternity s purpose was to promote social intercourse and to create an interest in movements in and out of the school. It was to increase interest in all social activities, athletics, debating, and dramatics. In these fields it maintained the leading place and was looked up to by every other organization on the campus. Then came the war. So great was the number °f Epsilon Phi Theta men who volunteered for service that the fraternity was forced to disband. It will ever be a mark of distinction to Epsi- lon Phi Theta to know that the majority of its members served during those black years of 1917 and 1918. In the fall of 1919 the Fraternity again took its place on the campus. This year witnessed the formation of the Intcr-Frat. Basketball League. The Fraternity team, however, had not gained its full strength as yet and did not win the championship. The same year a debating team and a dramatic team were organ- 329 uea. These tended to strengthen the organization. The years from 1919 to 1925 manner years for Fn«Uv. DU: ti l , wr oui.h names as Pickett, Watson, Gray, Mrcngmen tne org; Sr rJo:DoSn EPnt' P!’i Thcta- S-'h -mes. ai Pickett, ’ ( D cl1 Wl11 !onS ! ve in the traditions of Villanova. widely known and «rYt5!tamUS ane as President. Kane was perhaps the most pI.Zer: S d man around Vi I la nova. A brief look over his acconv and H «« Editor-in-chief of the Belle Am many of its committPPe k 6 W?s YjCe.Pres,dcnt °f bis class and Chairman of leadership the fraternity rn-i V Pres!dent ° . ?be Lawrence Club. Under his one of the most popular p mI,.ere P°s,t,’on- His successor was likewise Senior “MT Hurley is Treasurer of the R or °°th rhe VlUanovan and Belle Air Staffs. The Epsilon Phi Thesis well r n ° A FnV, members are active individually, by Stuhldreher and Hu presented in athletics. To the great teams coached Whelehan. ftTnkgaVC fUchLme as ssobno, John basketball team coached hv r , mm,ngs’ Joseph Leitner, and McGann. To the coached by MerechthFrank I Severance. On the track, Severance. To the baseb.ll rl A™5 Hcrron’ C J Scully, and “Al- and “Ted” Slomkowski tam’ coac ec by McGeehan, she gave Carl Cummings “Every F hman durini ’hllS membcrs are active. Anyone who has witnessed men as Foley, Kilcourse Vfartf Pr� St 7 commend the superb acting of such numbers by such men a AandrH gner, and of the rende :ring of musical Richard Sullivan w™ theAt5fC.nncr’ Jcnkins’ Sullivan, Quindlan, and Reedy, same actors, Foley Kilconr ° .maJa£er the play. “Vision likewise saw the R. ' ‘ ’ art,n’ Brady' He8ner a d Quindlan. R C. Hegner,aar7deSA°VsLSntUd t . ?HUfnCl1 Richard Sullivan' J- H Brad ’ Hegner; members of his st iff � , c Lditor in Chief of The Villanovan was Ralph Anthony Emory, James Mo.1 u Cunningham, J. R. Sullivan, Wm. Vincent, Staff are Andrew J. Sloan Ralnlf r C?Per and A. J. Sloan. On the Belle Air Sul|ivan’Francis Byrne PeterGp pCg”CD Shca’ John Cunningham, and John J. Nawn. On rh q� i tPern’ R°cco J. Costanzo, William Hurley, R «chard A. Sullivan, Chairman, a d'Andrew J lcnn J°Hn R Cunningham’ [be duties of the President IlLUCr? °f officc suSg sted that during the mid-term resident, who would he i I. mi, 'en-r °n unburdened shoulders of the Vice- ascended the chair and tookZZ' U u suggestion was acted upon. “Bill Hurley i?,udey s administration the Epsilon pAtu$ the reigns of thc Fraternity. During 10 Past February Chuck p.m 1 ,cta was put upon a solid financial basis. Among the plans forwarded hv f ??ng8 took jbe leadership of the Arts organization, [earn that we hope will eann.r 1S £ggl[,ess ve eader and his cohorts is a baseball c at,n Society, composed of e InterFrat. Baseball Championship. The pranged inter-class and mter de Tn 0? Tembers of the Epsilon Phi Theta, has - C larence Dana, J. H Brady I Tei t dcbates. Among thc prominent debaters K.(course, j. R. Sulln-an |p’ J ,f Sh“. A. j. Sloan, C. P. Cummings, G. A R F. Stella. ’ J ‘ Q ' dlan. M P. R(X)ne , W. j. Mu h A. Ciardi, ' - --- fhe Day Students’ Club Officers James F. Conner :?8 ’ VlcePresidcnt Andrew J. Sloan '27 c,cr tary'Treasurer PR- Joseph A. Hickey oVa 9,ouncil Representative Rev- Eucene A. Mauch O s a 'Vlorary President r rp HE formation Qf h ” ° S A” Honorary Member I a J0n8'felt need. Prcvim Cnf at Villanova three years ago filled X; hool, had very few con1 C st cnts who commuted to and from th’p n V ‘th Doctor Hickev's'asrtn WCre f?rced to Set alon« as best the ; t e Day Students was «m- Pendancy to the Presidency, the welfare of appoint riarJie ro0m was put to their farefuJ. consideration, with the result that a S adv,Ser’ and a real club wa ’ prefect’ Mr Eugene Mauch, was campus x 3?1 stridc and at nrre orm - Since that time, the Day Students associatio 0reover this year the up tbe Hrgest organization on the ma,ongof nLdniuin? up a constitution8 aIIJ?16 foun5lafion for even a better Club ArL. clof Hickey and Father ,i not er act of the organization was the teams !c}l,caI,)r� the Club's actiVi r honorary members of the Day Students' dan e held'hn lhe ,DaV Students nnVh, ? SUpport )f the various Varsity break into th .y clubs, fraternities an 1y anc are slaunc supporters of every So far the DaT? !Kht ,by Elding a dance m Vl,,anova They, themselves, progress toru Scents' Club has talc � eveDr year about the beginning of May. R forward- even greater ,h stePs ba -'kward and w.th continued -an be expected of them in the future. 332 i The Art Society Dabs The Art Society, DABS of Villanova, that is concerned with: D—ra wings A—rtists B—rushes S—mocks made their debut on Tuesday, March 28, 1927. The temporary Master of Ceremonies was Father Stanford, a staunch supporter of such a “coming-out affair.” As the limelight on this occasion embraced a number of persons, some semblance of order was necessary. Without the slightest hesitation. Alfred J. Panepinto, pre miere artist of the College, was nominated President. Ralph Hegner smilingly accepted the position of Vice-President, while Eugene Donnelly proceeded to jot down the “readings” as Secretary. In the past, everything in this line has been undertaken by one or two men. known to have ability as artists. This is now remedied. Latent talent can now be brought to light, if the members will adhere to the regulations of the society. And who can tell, but that some day one of the DABS might create a masterpiece? Thus the eyes of the world will again be focused on Villanova, bringing more honor to her name. Officers Alfred J. Panepinto, President Ralph G. Hegner, Vice President Eucene R. Donnelly, Secretary Members Ralph G. Hegner Alfred J. Panepinto Joaquin Lopez William I. Long Eugene R. Donnelly James Jenkins Atilano F. Montesa Wilbert J. Smith Richard M Schleicher Mort Leary, ex '28 Antonio Martinez William “Peep Sheehan, '2S 333 ... • Officers J. S. Morehouse, Honorary Chairman Cletus A. Seaver. Chairman J. Francis Yake. Jr.. Secretary John F. Driscoll, Vice-Chairman John L. Cahill, Treasurer Harry Thornton, Sergeant-at-Arms Under the leadership of a capable staff of officers, the student chapter has, dur ing the last year, done valuable work. Papers on subjects of interest to the mechani' c‘ ls ave CCIJ Slivered at the meetings by student members, and inspection trips to various manufacturing plants in and around Philadelphia have been taken, all with general educational effect. Members D- J. Bradley C. A. Seaver j. f. Yake. Jr. J. L. Cahill d 1928 ' L0NEY J- Flynn j. f. Driscoll E. J. McGuire j. d. McGinley R. Schleicher rnton E. A. Ellis h J. Rumbarger D. Giambrone L. F. Schnappauf Faculty Member J- S. Morehouse 334 Cosltrcn, Foley. Byrne, Marlin. Dever Oberlies. Kilcoursc, Goggin. Quinlan. O'Toole. Digilio Fanepimo, MeGuinn. Hegner, Rev. J. F. Burn� , Brady, Slanc, Smith The Deal Mask HIS, one of the most recent organizations on the campus, became a reality on January 15, 1927. Up until this time, there was more or less an organ- ization, but nothing definite. With dramatics progressing with such great strides, the need of some definite body was felt. Accordingly a meeting of all men who had played in any of the productions, was called. Officers were immediately elected for the remainder of the year. The name is most suitable, being derived from the keys worn by the members. It is significant of drama, which is always represented by the two masks. Tragedy and Comedy. Officers Members J. H. Brady T. R. Coskren D. G. Cypher C. R. Dever V. T. Digilio J- J. Foley W. C. Goggin R. G. Hegner G. R. Kilcourse H. J. Madden C. R. Martin W. B. McGuinn F. P. McCann J. J. McDevitt H. J. Oberlies K. G. O'Toole A. J. Panepinto E. T. Quinlan J. J. Slane W. J. Smith H. W. Snyder R. A. Sullivan F. R. Vaile J. Howard Brady. President John J. Brady, Vice-President William B. McGuinn. Secretary Ralph G. Hegner, Treasurer 335 Villanova Italiam Club Alfred J. Panepinto ?AUL Perri� Presiden Rocco I C )ST vv7-n J resi ent Louis Padula, Secretary As a tok fu Ai rfasurer Silvio Sabatini, Ser geantat Arms team. Father Beckerman in PrcS,af on jOT the valiant efforts of the football the captain of the V 1?1 °{ the V. I. Q, presented Richard Moynihan, Pam of the team w,th a large Villanova Wildcat Banner on Nov. 19, 1926. Spmtual Director Fr. Charles Beckerman. O.S.A. Arthur Balletti 1922 Anthony Colantuono p0000 J. Costanzo Victor Dicilio Peter P. Perri RANC'S VELLuzzfJ PANEP’NT° John- Amorb Anthonv CapR(0 1928 Joseph D'Agostino t 929 Caesar Fuc zI a°U,S PaDULA John Giovanucci Anthony Pellicane anucci Silvio Sabatini Louis Pessolano Anthony Sellitto Harry Sichi Jack Sorbo Frank Amodei Salvatore Assante Dominic Bertino Joseph Caltagitone Ray. Carbonetta Joseph Casciato 1930 Albert Ciardi Anthony Donato Eugene Cappola Florido Famiglini John Del Duca Nicholas Grimaldi Jerome De Palma Laurence Imbesi Anthony De Tore Alfred Lucchesi Anthony Diodati Dominic Pescatore Pasquale Romano Anthony Turchi Anthony Tuzio Vincent Veldorale Charles Venture Anthony Virgilio 336 Banova cq Council sailed forth on her maiden voyage June 7, 1921. after the fit exemplification of the Third Degree. Supreme Knight, Sir James H. Flaherty, was there to wish her God-speed. At first, due to the lack of sailors, she was easy prey to that buffeting ocean of obstacles that engulf newly- born organizations. But due to the competent pilots at her helm she soon reached the harbor of success, for she is now one of the permanent institutions of Villanova College. The Council has the distinction of being the third college Council in the United States. The officers of the Council are: Grand Knight. Augustus A. Baron Deputy Grand Knight. Jerome F. Hurley Chancellor. Rev. John H. Crawford. O.S.A. Recorder. John R. Cunningham Financial Secretary. J. Francis Yake Treasurer. Frank P. Harding Lecturer. John M. Foley Advocate, Theodore L. Reimel Warden, John L. Cahill Inside Guard. Louis C. Pessolano Outside Guard. George F. Fay Trustee. Thomas J. Coskren Trustee. Charles B. Louchlin Trustee. Rev. Francis A. Diehl. O.S.A. Chaplain. Rev. Henry E. Greenlee, O.S.A. 337 T. McCarthy, Liddi, Nolan. Mulray, Day, Slanc, Potter McGuire, McCarthy, Frency, Quinn La Salle Club m arranged night of welfare of th studenr •• U? ?}|tC to Provi fe for the scholastic and social a recognized course of Jtudv i? who have honorahIy completed With the 1 i y 1 La Sa e PreP- was formed a clubwhL� UJlber °f thirtcen members as a nucleus, there k°dy. The members en.� ™? - i?CC as a reac y en felt among the student for a Valentine Dance cntere into the affairs of the Club, and Ferbruary 12. C ,c was held in the college gymnasium on the Joseph Freney, ’27, President Joseph Quinn, '28, Vice-President Officers William McCarthy 28, Jrc r Clement Sheehan, 28, Sec Members Charles Day Daniel Liddy John J. McGuire Joseph hai4 John Daly William Lyons Joseph Mulray Clement Joseph Freney William McCarthy Francis Potter James oLAN Joseph Winterer 333 WAS in the autumn of 1920 that a 339 Cf V It wasformed i th yOUnfest organizations of Villanova College, of varl nl’ l C Carher part, of this Vear- A meeting of the members the meeting it famzatl°nJ of the College was called by the director. At members of the va •U cstc y l e chairman that a club consisting of the mS n ls oJra.°rCheS aS and hands shooU be formed so that the received unanimous approvaUnd officer ,n k tt?r ™ay satisficd- This suggestion The Music P U officers were elected. Thus activities were begun. nova primarily. It is honed hatCCr”fd itself with affairs, in a musical way, of Villa' to handle all the musical aLiviri Vu °J?a ,2at,on grows older it will be in a position musical activities of the College in an even better manner than before. Victor A. Dicilio. President Richard Daley. Secretary Officers George Barker Joseph Barry Dallas Blatt William Bria William Bunsa Robert Bultman John Byrnes John Conroy Charles Dever Anthony Emory Philip Goeltz William Goccin Members Ignatius Gryczenski Ralph Hegner Raymond Houle Joseph Jacobs Leo Kane Joseph Louchrey R A. Mannion James McCarthy’ Timothy McCarthy Milo McDonald homas McDonough Paul Meyer James J. Dever, Vice-President Jerome F. Hurley. Treasurer Raymond Moynihan Bruce Murray Louis O'Neill Kenneth O’Toole Edward Quinlan Joseph Regilski John Sassaman Cletus Seaver Francis Stevens J. Francis Yake Thomas Yonkers Leonard Young 340 The Mew Jersey Club Augustus A. Baron, President Joseph A. Barry, Vice President Cornelius F. McCarthy, Secretary Ignatius C. Gryczenskj, Treasurer ROM the little State of New Jersey came a loyal hand of youths to Villanova College. A hand united in fraternal association and a common hand of brotherhood. In order to keep that hand secure they organized the New Jersey Cluh. The New Jersey Club embarked on its first social adventure, the first annual Thanksgiving dance held at the Washington Ballroom, Newark, J- R was one that will go down in the annals of Villanova College as one °f the most successful dances of the year. Besides social activities, the cluh was also prominent in the realm of sports. The New Jersey hoys produced a champion basketball team, having defeated the best in College Club circuit. Next year the New Jersey Club expects to go farther, and v'els that it will be a banner year for the boys from Jersey. R. C. Anderson A. A. Baron J. A. Barry J. J. Becza V. P. Brady H. J. Burlington J. J. Daly W. E. Donaldson C. A. Fugazzi J. J. Ferrar Members I. C. Gryczenski L. J. Kane T. F. Lally J. F. Leitner J. E. Lyons C. W. Merdinger W. J. Kelly M J. Halphen J. E. Maddock F. J. McCoy T. J. McCarthy J. J. McDevitt J. A. McManemin A. F. Nicodemo R. T. O'Brien M. J. Oberholzer W. A. Roger J. P. Romano A. C. Shultz A. D. Sellitto J. J. Takacs H. T. Thornton J. P. Velluzzi A. K. Virgilio P. J. H. White R. K. Zwingard A. J. Tighe E. L. Wallis 341 Tlbe Ro Co it :an |3t ° ,C Club has many claims for distinction. First, of � l organisation of its kind on the campus. Secondly, it is one fourulp - u u'C Fresent Y clubs at the College and so firmly did its hav' drifT? • U L at 11 cont,nucs to survive when many of its rivals strength of m'mhl K Jnto o livion. Moreover, it has continually increased in fiftyZ ? “ ycars’ Club has comprised about forty or Villanova, the organization h °f Catho,,c H'Kh men matriculating at degree than heretofore’.' fo, ‘° “f out its P“rP°sc to a much better spirit of fferrinn ’ 11 as taught its members how to keep alive that together andbvtKe man has for ‘h‘ High school he attended by uniting Mater of h s 0 Tn T -crest in the Alma •c H s ci”b • « - Officers Peter P. Perri, President William H. Vincent, Vice President James F. Conner, Secretary Rocco Costanzo, Treasurer The “V” Club ■X,.. M,„„r Madden, H. J. Crane T. F. Hurley W. P. Gryczenski, I. Shea! J. J. Sheehan. J. F. OO much praise cannot he given to the man who sacrifices htstune,J� � Pj f ure. and Ins body for our Ideal- Villanova. Day after.day, dunng £ months of strenuous training, he must fight to keep • -y . position in the athletic world. The great recompense is e Varsity The -V Club has a two fold purpose. By him athlete becomes automatically a member of the ' .. q . forf1 s a a prominent social position on the campus. Aside from t is more perfect union between the different members of the van jvc i Avil. Howard Barry, Joseph Birmingham, John Broderick, Joseph Brooks, Kenneth Brown, Albert Burns, Leslie Burlington, H. J Callahan. J. J. Twoomey. Members CoNLIN. WM. Cummings, C. P. Curtin, J. D. Donohoe, John Dorsey, J. P. Gault. J. F. Gillespi. John Halphen. M. J Harkins. J. P Fred A,L Henry, James Jacobs, G. W. Kuczo, P. J. Lolos, Christos Lomasney, T. M. Melanson, J. F. Milne, G. Myrtetus, W. K. McCoy, Francis McNee, F. L. Nolan, F. A. Pessa la no. L. C. Quinn, W. A Severance. AlEC Slane. J. I Snyder. H VS- Sullivan. R M- Taylor. P. J. F. J. Whelehan. J J. 343 The Wilkes-Barre Club I™ o;r °fen,n8 °f l c fall term, a reorganization meeting wa effilnrv Cer$ e,eCte for the cnsuing Year. With characteristi comm iff m C n W Prcsic cnt’ Mr. Cunningham, immediately appointed nell gamp in°U? e arran«ements for the dance to be held after the Buck 1 1 cs'Barre. A description of that dance is hardly necessary Inn D r Officers J MEs r DevprAK ; resi ent Joseph E. Brennan, Vice'Presiden James j. Dever. War.v Francs T. Loughran. Treasurer Liam J. KlLCALLEN, Sergeant'at'Arms Eugene B. Barret Joseph E. Brennan William T. Brogan Anthony S. Collucci John P. Conaboy William A. Connar John J. Conroy Carl P. Cummings John R. Cunningham Charles R. Dever James J. Dever Anthony D. Santarsiero Members Charles E. Dougherty Alec C. Gallagher Paul A. Gannon Lewis G. Greismer Edward F. Jenkins Leon T. Jordan Gerald E. Keightley William J. Kilgallen Francis T. Loughran Frank J. McCann James H. McCarthy John T. McCarthy Edward F. McGinty Philip E. McGill Joseph A. McGuire James J. Moore James R. Nealon James J. O'Boyle Joseph J. O'Donnell James P. O'Hara Kenneth G. O'Toole Walter J. Reedy James T. Turek 344 Villanova College Student Chapter SN April 21, 1920, the American Society of Civil Engineers authorized the formation of Student Chapters of the Society at colleges and universities having approved courses in Civil Engineering. The first request came from Stanford University (California) and authority for the organization of this Chapter was granted June 1, 1920. Since then the growth has been: 8 chapters in 1920, 31 in 1921, 12 in 1922, 12 in 1923, 5 in 1924, 8 in 1925, and 10 in 1926—a total of 86 chapters. The total of these student chapters is nearly 5,000. On July 6, 1925, Villanova College received authority for the formation of a Student Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers. This made Villanova the fourth college in the Philadelphia Section to have a Student Chapter, the others being: The University of Pennsylvania, Swarthmore College, and Drexel Institute. The obtaining of the necessary authorization was due in a large measure to the untiring efforts of Dean Carl T. Humphrey and Professor John J. Sweeney. Shortly after the beginning of the scholastic year 1925-26 an organization meeting was held, which was addressed by Professor Sweeney, who outlined the aims of the Society and the object in founding Student Chapters. Election of officers was held, with the following results: President, John F. Hoffmeister; Vice'president, John A. R nve; Secretary, Charles J. McGinley; Treasurer, John J. Burns. Under the guidance of these, its first officers, the Chapter passed successfully through its infancy. At the close of the year officers were elected for the 1926-27 term. Under the guidance of these men the Chapter passed most auspiciously through its second year. Althoug , but two years old, the Chapter has been active in many fields. The members have gone on technical excursions, attended meetings and lectures, delivered addresses before the students, and prepared technical papers. During the Annual Convention held in Philadelphia in October, 1926, the members showed their interest and enthusi- asm by registering at Convention Headquarters, and attending the sessions. Officers , F _ ., JOHN J. Gallen, President Paul G. Taylor, Vice-President Paul V. McHenry, Secretary William J. Long, Treasurer Carl T. Humphrey, Faculty Sponsor John J. Sweeney, Faculty Advisor 1927 Atilano F. Montesa Joseph A McHenry Paul V. McHenry Alfred J. Panepinto Paul G. Taylor JOHN j. Uallen William J. Long 345 final gathering adjourns. Into the dim past fade the many hours of college brother- hood and affiliation - hours de- veloping that innate spirit of fratcmalism. Indeed, will that spirit be well nourished in pre- cious memories—fixing it anew in the supreme organization—Life. The Pie Shoppe H i In Bottles Serves mi cs Exclusively College Diary A CHRONICLE OF THE YEAR 1926-1927 Monday. Sept. 20.—Freshmen registration. This Freshmen Class is the largest numerically, in the his- tory of Villanova. Tuesday. Sept. 21. Registration of Sophomores. Jun- iors and Seniors. Most of the “old gang arc here; a few faces are missing, however. Wednesday. Sept. 22.—Feast Day of St. Thomas of Villanova. Mass for the student body was said by the Reverend Fathers Griffin, Fink and Stanford. Thursday, Sept. 23.—The team looks good! Coach Stuhldrchcr has made the final cut”, leaving forty- four Varsity men. Friday, Sept. 24.—Classes assembled today for the first time this term. Everyone feels strange after a more or less free summer. Saturday. Sept. 25.—Our Wildcats lost to Lebanon Valley today (30 to 12). We hope for better luck against Canisius. Sunday, Sept. 26.—Some of the boys arrived home from the Lebanon Valley game. Thumb-touring is reported slow. The boys are out of practice. Monday. Sept. 27.—We had a visitor today in the person of Harry Griffith. 26. If looks count, he is ready now for the big show. Tuesday, Sept. 28.—The Wearing of the Green. To- day the Frosh received their dinks —among other things. Wednesday, Sept. 29.—This evening we had a big rally before the Canisius game. Inexplicable lack of enthusiasm among the student body 'til Red Bradv appeared. Thursday, Sept. 30.—A one-day retreat given by Rev- erend Father Austin. O. S. A. The results will be a few days in showing. Friday, Oct. I.—Student Council met today. They made some important moves in the direction of re- organization. Saturday, Oct. 2.—It's a sad day at Villanova. The ” uc team failed to defeat Canisius (14-14) Maybe we underestimated the power of Canisius! Wait til the next game. Sunday, Oct. 3.—The band played at the Sesqui-Ccn- tennial Mass held in the Philadelphia Stadium in the oesqui grounds. Monday, Oct. 4.—News floated around the campus today that the Western Maryland game will not be played, due to a misunderstanding of some kind. It is too late now to fill the vacant date. Tuesday, Oct. 5.—The Belle Air staff held its first olfiaal meeting of the year. A bigger and better Belle Air is the aim of the staff. Wednesday, Oct. 6.—Initiation of the Frosh into the Ancient Order of the Hobble Gobble. Some of them took an involuntary trip to the City of Broth- erly Love. GROFF’S The Tiendeous for Villanova 'Boys IN BRYN MAWR If you want a good milk If you want the best in shake, come to Groff s. cigars and candy, we have them YOURS TO COMMAND FOR HIGH GRADE SERVICE Deposit your funds with us and receive 4' • interest on your Make a Will and appoint us Executor so that you may obtain the benefit of our knowledge and experience. When buying Real Estate bear in mind that we insure titles and will guard your interests. 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JOSEPH O'NEILL Established 1881 Incorporated 1925 Creth Sullivan, Inc. General Insurance 210 SOUTH FOURTH STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA Thursday. Oct. 7.—A meeting of the entire student body was held in the Auditorium to discuss plans for the Bucknell game on the 16th. Friday. Oct. 8.—The Senior Class agreed at an in- formal meeting to sponsor a musical comedy which Father Burns plans to produce. Saturday, Oct. 9.—Our Varsity were the guests of the University of Pennsylvania today, seeing the Penn- Swarthmorc game. Sunday. Oct. 10.--Learned that Jimmy Schubcr. cx- ’27. is playing fullback on the Annapolis Varsity foot- ball team. Monday, Oct. 11. -The Villanovan” Staff is now re- organized and plans to have the first issue of that pub- lication in our hands very soon. Tuesday, Oct. 12.—Columbus Day. A free day for everyone but the football team. Wednesday, Oct. 13.—Regular weekly meeting of the Senior Class. It was decided to hold an informal dance in the “gym.” Saturday. November 20th, after the St. Joe's game. Thursday, Oct. 14. An open-air rally was held as a preliminary to the Bucknell game. It looks as though most of the student body will be at the game. Friday, Oct. 15.—Exodus of students to Wilkes-Barre for the game. The campus looks like the Deserted Village. Saturday, Oct. 16.— Bucknell is beaten! The Wild- cats came from behind in the last quarter to win 7-3. Sunday, Oct. 17.—A great many of the boys are on the homeward trek today. I wonder where----- ? Monday, Oct. 18—“Where is my wandering boy to- night”? Some of the boys arc not back yet. Steve” Callaghan reports that he did not have to push his Buick an inen. Tuesday, Oct. 19.—Many arguments arc being waged today as to whether or not Wilkes-Barre has prettier girls than Philadelphia, Lawrence. New York, etc. The consensus of opinion favors Wilkes-Barre—but perhaps some of the boys are prejudiced (?). Wednesday, Oct. 20.—Some of the fellows who arrived back late on Tuesday report that everything is fine”. Thursday. Oct. 21.—Rally tonight. Speeches by some of the 1915 team. One statistician reports that if all the men who played on the '15 team were laid end to end they would reach-------. Friday. Oct. 22.—Belle Air meeting. Editor-in-Chief Pancpinto outlined his plans and the burden of work was distributed over the staff. Now we work! Saturday. Oct. 23.—Sweet, sweet, revenge! Villanova 32—Dickinson 0. The boys looked sweet” today. Victory dance was held by the Phi Kappa Pi in the gym”. (A social and financial success). Sunday, Oct. 24.—The usual aftermath of a dance— Did you sec the one Johnny had? Monday. Oct. 25.—Nearly all the boys agree that catch-as-catch-can dining is an improvement over the old method. Tuesday. Oct. 26.—Did it ever strike you to in- quire why the Villanova boys arc directed to the left side of the Seville Theatre? There's a reason ! Wednesday. Oct. 27.—We had genuine Indian pudding today. Someone said he found some Red Man in it. Thursday. Oct. 28.—A rally was scheduled for tonight, but for some reason only a small gathering was there. Such indifference is discouraging to the team and coaches. Friday, Oct. 29.—An unofficial investigator, a Senior, reports that orangeade is expensive at Devon Park Hotel. PARKE’S FOOD PRODUCTS Unmatchable £ “' , r‘‘ . , s' “‘ ——---— ----- (janned boons rlavoring extracts Philadelphia L. H. PARKE COM PANY Pittsburgh 350 SITTINGS BY APPOINTMENT BELL TELEPHONE: pennypacker{J| H. ZAMSKY Portraits of Distinction 902 CHESTNUT STREET PHILADELPHIA, U. S. A. (510E have completed successfully over thirty-- five school and college annuals this year, and are adding new ones to our list. There must he a reason—it will pay you to investigate. 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Derbies and coon coast were excluded. Wednesday, Nov. 3.—Tonight we had the greatest and most enthusiastic rally of the year. The team has gone. Beat Boston ! Thursday. Nov. 4.—The cry continues to down the Eagles, but classes continue undisturbed. Friday, Nov. 5.—Anxious hours. A few of the lucky ones arc Boston bound. Tony Colantunono has a coupe and four.” Saturday. Nov. 6.—Disappointed but not dis- couraged. We lost to B. C., 19-7. They got the breaks. we didn't; but next year is another year. Sunday. Nov. 7.—The band returned today. A sixty-hour ride with little or no sleep—a fine example of the old Villanova spirit. Monday. Nov. 8.—Government of the school by the Senior Class goes into effect today for a two- week trial. Tuesday. Nov. 9.—Heavy fog today and as soon as the fog lifted it began to rain torrents. A most delightful change. Wednesday, Nov. 10.—Plans arc in the making for the Belle Air Ball to be held shortly after the Xmas recess. Thursday. Nov. 11.—Armistice Day is here again, ...Jt as not yet been satisfactorily setteld a o just who won the war. A few more years will nakc us forget there was a war. Friday, Nov. 12.—Rehearsals for the musical comedy, every Freshman, have been held regularly or the last few weeks. It is reported to be as equally good as the other plays F. Burns has produced. Saturday. Nov. 13. The “13 is no jinx for us. The wildcats defeated John Carroll U. 7-0 tod y Sunday, Nov. 14.—Just a day of rest. Monday. Nov. 15.—Loughran and Steve Callaghan are volunteer instructors at the School for the Blind. It can hardly be called a blind date. Tuesday, Nov. 16.—It was announced today that k J rca £,'n8. UP of the Big Three will not effect the St. Joe-Villanova contests for the Catholic College Championship of Phila. Wednesday. Nov. 17.—The proofs of the Senior pictures arc due today. Wc will have the experience of seeing ourselves as others sec us. Thursday. Nov. 18.—There is talk of giving the band members some sort of formal recognition for their services, such as a letter. No one deserves it more. Friday, Nov. 19. An entertainment given by the Italian Club. A banner was presented by the Club to the football team. It’s a bcauth. Saturday Nov. 20.—Villanova, 43; St. Joe, 0. Ihis is the largest score our team has run up in five years- e Thanksgiving Hop, held in the “Gym. was a success from every point of view. Sunday, Nov. 21.—In looking over the results j?- cn,or rule, it seems as though there is little or no difference in the matter of discipline, as compared to MEHL LATTA, Inc. LUMBER : COAL Building Materials and Wall Board ROSEMONT, PA. 372 Agusta St.—$650C Carrying Charges 555.50 Selling £Juic l}’—So Come See Them TODAT ! It you motor, drive oui Roosevelt Boulevard to Ox- ford Circle, 10 minutes from Broad St. If you use the Elevated, transfer to car 59 at Margaret St. Get off at Van Kirk St. Or take Bus N from Bridge St. Station to Lorctto Avc. or Agusta St. Or Bus “A” to Pratt St. and Boulevard to Oxford Circle, 2 blocks north. 1 Roosevelt Boulevarc Oxford Click Furnished Sample Homes Open Every Day and Evening Phone Jefferson Alater Misericordiae Academy for Girls aldron Academy for Boys Merion, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Conducted by the SISTERS OF MERCY Monday, Nov. 22—Tonight is the first performance oi every rreshman. It should be a success. Tuesday. Nov. 23.—Coach Stuhldreher is working the team hard in preparation for the Muhlenberg game. Thursday. 6 Wednesday, Nov. 24—Some of the boys went home today to get their turkey. Thursday. Nov. 25—The boys who did not go home got their turkey in Allentown. Villanova, 54 Muhlenberg. 0. A glorious end of a great year. IS V‘ 2,6TThe footbal1 Payers are “lost now without their daily practice. Nov. 27-Thc 'old place i, almo end d M ° thC b°yS arC aWay OVCr the wcek fTlrda V 1!NoV’ 28 -Today’ New York Times V'”anova ,n the 8th division among college football teams last year we were in the 11th group. Monday, Nov. 29—The Senior Class, by mutual the'sTnior lth Fr Gr,ffin ° ycontinue the Senior government as it is now in practice. Tuesday, Nov. 30—Everyone is anxiously awaiting mcmbcis glass door and everything. g on tnc wdTa h pt,naey,“ror4 The'e seems to be a lot of good material. 'h' Sunday, Dec. 5.—Plenty of snow, the second floor sharp shooters will swing into action. Watch your step on entering every building. Monday. Dec. 6.—Some misunderstanding regarding Senior privileges has come about. The Seniors are a bit excited about it. We may as well have one topic of conversation as another. Tuesday, Dec. 7.—The Varsity basketball team won from Textile tonight, 29-19. The team looks good for so early in the season. Wednesday. Dec. 8—Feast of the I m maculate Con- ception. A FREE DAY. Thursday, Dec. 9—A banquet was held in honor of the football team at the Penn A. C. Between nine hundred and one thousand attended. Among the speakers were “Eddie” Collins, “Lou” Young, Mayor Bader of Atlantic City, Monsignor Cavanaugh, and others. Friday, Dec. 10—With the score at 6-6 at half- time. the Varsity made a wonderful spurt and won from Osteopathy. 38-11. Saturday, Dec. 11—Plans for the Belle Air” Ball are going ahead rapidly and according to Chairman A. Brown, it is going to be a great success. Sunday, Dec. 12—The spirit of Christmas is in the air. Seme of the Freshmen already have their suitcases packed. Monday. Dec. 13.—It is rumored through the school that we arc to play Georgetown in football next season. Tuesday. Dec. 14.—At a meeting of the “Belle Air staff today it was reported that advertising is com- ing in fast—it looks more and more like the “best yet.” Compliments THORNE. NEALE CO., I nc. Anthracite VI 1 T Bituminous 354 Marcus-Mayer Co. PRINTERS « t PUBLISHERS 1315-1329 Cherry St., Philadelphia 3 5 DAVID KNOPMAN The house of the leading brands oj Jlen’s Clothing 307 Market Street Philadelphia Wednesday, Dec. 15.—The “Villanovan” staff promises us a bigger and better issue this month. This publication has improved a lot under the direction of Fr. O'Brien. Thursday. Dec. 16.—The Villanova Christmas tree was held tonight, sponsored by the “Villanovan. A good entertainment, and Santa Claus “Bill Goggin, distributed gifts to all. Friday, Dec. 17.—The proverbial spirit of Christ' mas is beckoning the boys home and it looks as though we will take a couple of weeks off. Tuesday, Jan. 4.—Back again—and the next big goal in sight is the mid-years. Wednesday, Jan. 5. The sight of the 1927 on the top of the calendar gives the Seniors a thrill—four long—or short (?) years ! Thursday. Jan. 6. -The basketball team lost a close game to C. C. N. Y. during the holidays, 11-9. The game was especially remarkable for the guarding on both sides. Friday, Jan. 7.—The Senior ball, held in the Ritz- Carlton, was a great success. Certain individuals ap- peared in green tuxedos. Later investigation proved beyond question of doubt that this was not an attempt to start a new fad. Saturday. Jan. 8. The basketball team won easily from St. John's in a game played in Philadelphia tonight. Sunday. Jan. 9. The thermometer is cl os? to zero and many of the students arc enjoying ice skating on nearly all the nearby ponds. Monday. Jan. 10. This is the kind of a day for a pinochle game, or bridge, for them as has new- fangled notions. Sleeping also has its merits. Tuesday. Jan. II.—The basketball team were agree- It'y-P-d with the ease with which they defeated Wednesday. Jan. 12.—Someone fell through the ice on Lake Villanova today and was soaked to the ankles. Thursday, Jan. 13.—Somehow or other we can't seem ° those mid-years out of our heads, no matter what we do. Friday, Jan. 14.—The Inter-Fraternity Basketball League has been reorganised. Judging by their recent successes, it should be another big year for the Busi- ness Men. or the A. B. Men. Saturday, J.m. 15.—It is rumored around school that vision is to be presented at the Seville in Bryn Mawr during Lent. Sunday, Jan. 16.—Callaghan. Tigue. et al.. attempted to resuscitate their Buick. The invalid can hardly be placed in the convalescent ward as yet. Monday, Jan. 17.—Brother “Tom” says. “Only two months now till St. Patrick's Day. Tuesday. Jan. 18. The Junior Class is already busy making their plans for Junior Week. Their slogan is Best Ever ? ? ? Wednesday. Jan. 19. The Freshmen arc to be orfisn- Ifi so?n‘ That will make another organization eligi- ble to join the fight for the possession of Classroom F. Thursday. Jan. 20. — It has been announced that “Vis- lo be reproduced this year under the direction or John Slanc. It will have almost entirely a veteran cast. Friday, Jan. 21.—The basketball team began a south- ern trip today by winning from Loyola, at Baltimore. Score. 32-16. I-AST FREQUENT TRAIN SERVICE on the P w A nee‘ffor a Time Table PHILADELPHIA WESTERN RAILWAY CO. 356 HARRY G.LOTZ. president 12th ® CHERRY STS.PHILA DesignsJllustrationsdiid lD ioto- ngra inas orali Advertising Purposes Makers of the Engravings in this Riblic ation Jewelry Made to Order Pleases and Pays B. E. LOEPER 112-114 SOUTH 11TH STREET Philadelphia School, College and Society Emblems Jf'e Sell America’s Best If'atches Specialize in Fancy Cut Stones and Platinum Jewelry Saturday, Jan. 22. The basketball team played George Washington University at Washington tonight, and won before a large crowd. Score, 31-18. Sunday, Jan. 23.—It has rained steadily all day. Th:s is good weather to prepare for the mid-years if one is so disposed. Monday, Jan. 24.—A boxing show was produced last Friday night in the Gym. under the direction of Coach Henry Snyder. Everyone was surprised at the great amount of talent exhibited. Tuesday, Jan. 25.—The members of the Junior Class had their pictures taken today. These are to be in- serted in the Belle Air. Wednesday, Jan. 26. -Some of the fellows who ATE ahead on their Cafeteria tickets arc having consider- able worry. Thursday, Jan. 27.—The mid-years got under way to- day. A semi-annual Snailing for some of us. Friday, Jan. 28.—A dense fog came over Villanova today. This was an atmospheric condition—not the usual mental fog due to exams. Saturday, Jan. 29.—Villanova’s entries in the K. of C. Boxing Tournament have won their bouts and arc eligible for the finals. Sunday, Jan. 30. One more week and then Retreat. Up and at those EXAMS. Monday, Jan. 31.—Joe Burlington and Langon won their bouts in the finals of the Penn A. C. Tourna- ment and captured the team trophy for Villanova. Tuesday, Feb. 1. The Freshman Team won easily from Bethlehem Catholic High, but the Varsity lost a close game to St. Bonaventuras, 28-26. Wednesday. Feb. 2. -We would almost th-nk that this is Spring if we could forget that this is February. But the balmy days are a long way off. Thursday, Feb. 3.—The exams are almost over now. everyone is waiting for the publication of the cas- ualty list. Friday, Feb. 4.—The last of the EXAMS. All work and no play make Jack a dull boy. Also play and no work make jack” a scarce article. Saturday, Feb. 5.—A few days of rest and then we start on the last lap of the school year. Sunday, Feb. 6.—Retreat starts tonight. It is some- thing new for the Frosh. but almost commonplace to the old-timers. Monday. Feb. 7.—A little recreation between confer- ences makes for a better mental attitude. Basketball games were won by the Business Men and Pre-Meds over the Classical and Engineers, respectively. Tuesday, Feb. 8.—The Pre-Meds and Engineers won from the A. B.’s and Business teams respectively. This ought to make the league race a bit more interesting. Wednesday. Feb. 9.—The final day of the Retreat was brought to a close today. Good results arc to be expected—we shall see. Thursday, Feb. 10.—Grades for the term were read in most of the departments today. Smiles were seen on most faces, but a few boys were not so jubilant. Friday, Feb. 11.—It seems as though Villanova stu- dents have weathered the storm better this year than ever before. Few. if any. of the boys have flunked out. Saturday, Feb. 12.—The Varsity lost a “tough one to ot. Thomas in Scranton tonight. 33-32. “Chris Lolas was absent from the line-up and was sadly missed. Sunday, Feb. 13.—Only 270 shopping days ’ti Christ- mas. Do your shopping early. Monday. Feb. 14. The Villanovan appeared today. This issue is the Feminine Number. It gives the G;rl Friends a chance to demonstrate their literary talent. SHEAD'S BAKERY THE MAIN LINES LARGEST BAKERS ARDMORE Serves You Through the Villanova Pic Shoppe 358 Clean , «Paper! A Quotation From a letter Received From a Prominent Rector of a Large Catholic Church in Philadelphia To the Editor of the Public Ledger: Sir—My purpose in writing is merely to send you a kindly word of appreciation for the clean, wholesome, interesting paper you are giving us. It seems to me that there is a very marked change in the PUBLIC LEDGER for some months past. Many others have also mentioned this fact to me. I want, therefore, to thank you and to beg you to continue the good work. Make your paper a family journal, so clean that our boys and girls can read it and not be soiled by the contact. That you are aiming in that direc- tion I’m positive, for we notice a great change for the better. But let me add that the PUBLIC LEDGER never was a vile sheet. It is refreshing to find one who still thinks that “cleanliness is next to godliness” and appreciates both. «ORTHAUhmcax 3� LEDGER er ,md tetter-HeadI, 11 Every Mor, mug! 3 T9 Chandler Motor Cars HERBERT BROTHERS Broad Street at 1409 PHILADELPHIA Tuesday. Fob. 15.—We had the first “balmy breezes today and the boys arc beginning to talk about base- ball. It won't be long now. Wednesday, Feb. 16.—The Varsity basketball team made a strong come-back tonight and easily defeated the crack Scton Hall team. Thursday. Feb. 17.—Boxing Promoter Ad Snvder held another boxing show tonight for the benefit of the boxing team. Friday, Feb. 18.—Mean remarks were passed about the boxing bouts last night. , Promoter Snyder denies that some of the bouts were sloughed. Some people are demanding that Judge Landis give a decision on the matter. Saturday. Feb. 19.—The Light That Failed—the bas- ketball game with the University Club had to be post- poned because the storm caused a break in the light- ing system. Sunday, Feb. 20.—The storm has abated today and the boys arc going about counting the number of trees that fell victim to it. Monday, Feb. 21.—The heavy fall of snow has not put the damper on ’ baseball talk. Everyone is trying to estimate just how long it will be before the team is outdoors. Tuesday, Feb. 22.—Washington’s Birthday and a FREE DAY for everyone but the boys who have to take re- exams. The Varsity dropped a close game to Loyola tonight in our Gym, 26-20. Wednesday. Feb. 23.— Herb Madden reports the loss of one backstop on the baseball field, due to the recent storm. The assistant managers arc demanding a new one about twice as high. Thursday, Feb. 24.—Spring football practice is another topic for conversation now. Little is known about it so far. nday, Feb. 25.—There arc only three more games remaining on the basketball schedule and every effort is being made to close the season gloriously by winning all three. Saturday. Feb. 26.- - Another dance was held in the Uym for the benefit of the Belle Air. It was a suc- cess according to those who attended it. Sunday, Feb. 27.—Another stormy week-end. This is occurring too regularly to suit most of us. Something ought to be done about it. Monday. Feb. 28.— The results of the drive for sub- scriptions to the Belle Air have been very satisfactory. Business Manager Obcrholzcr reports almost five hun- dred subscriptions—with hopes of more. Tuesday, March 1.—The Dramatic Club is hard at these days in preparation for the production of ision.” which is to take place next month. Wednesday. March 2.—The Prc-Meds arc celebrating their victory over the Business Men. This victory gives them the Inter-Fraternity League Championship and little gold basketballs to hang on their watch chains. It’s too bad for those who wear wrist watches! Thursday. March 3.—March came in like a lion. If the old maxim is true we should have good weather for baseball practice. Friday, March 4. The Varsity came through to- night and defeated Penn A. C.. 28-24. It seems as though they have returned to their old-time form. Saturday. March 5.—The Dramatic Club won first place in the Inter-Collegiate Dramatic Contest tonight. - J--.I n( nr.lisc—we all place in tnc inier-iyoucgiat . _____ _ The boys were given a great deal of praise—we agree that they deserve it. Sunday. March 6.—Again—another Sunday on which it rained! It looked for a while as though we would escape it. but wc were fooled. Compliments of T. H. QUINN CO. Paul H. Quinn — General Manager 360 VILLANOVA'S FOOTBALL TEAM TRAVELLED 2000 MILES DURING THE PAST SEASON They journeyed to Cleveland, Buffalo, Boston, Harrisburg, New York- erAnd with them went the 'Products of O’SHEA KNITTING MILLS 2414-24 NORTH SACRAMENTO STREET CHICAGO 361 Norristown Baking i' - Company T There s a Difference in Bread Monday, March 7.—It was a novel sight, today, to see both the baseball and football squads practicing at the same time. Prospects are bright for both. Tuesday, March 8.—The annual banquet of the Lambda Kappa Delta (Pre-Med) Fraternity was held tonight. Here’s hoping they don’t have an “organic quiz’’ tomorrow. Wednesday, March 9.—The Senior Business Men are getting some practical experience this week in “chas- ing’’ titles through the corridors of City Hall. Thursday, March 10.—The Varsity displayed wonder- ful form tonight when they defeated the Bucknell team by a decisive margin. “Joe Sheehan and “Al“ Sever- ance were the stars. Friday, March 11.—The balmy zephyrs’’ are stealing over Villanova these days, coaxing the over-ambitious out for a case of sore-arm and ‘‘charlcy-horsc.’’ Saturday, March 12.—Temple surely must be our jinx. We lost the last game of the season to them todav, 25-21. It was Joe Sheehan’s last Varsity basketball game. Sunday, March 13.—This Sunday certainly made up for the bad weather of previous week-ends. The sur- est sign of Spring at Villanova is the crowd who sit out front” to watch the autos pass by. Monday. March 14.—It seems as though we may ex- pect a good baseball team this year. There arc a few- good prospects among the newcomers. Tuesday, March 15.—Even during Spring practice the football team has some injuries. There have been two or three members of the squad who suffered injuries. Wednesday, March 16.—The Juniors arc busy work- ing on plans for Junior Week. They are trying to better the celebration of last year’s Junior Week. Go to it. Juniors! Thursday, March 17.—St. Patrick’s Day! Football practice with scrimmage in the morning; baseball prac- tice in the afternoon; and the Pre-Med Dance in the evening. Quite a full day! Friday, March 18.—The Seniors arc beginning to real- ize that it is about time to begin work on their theses. But if they arc like previous Senior Classes they will begin in May. Saturday, March 19.—The football squad went through a real scrimmage today. The muddy field made the practice seem like a typical Thanksgiving Day game. Coach Stuhldrehcr acted as quarterback for one of the teams during the whole session. Sunday. March 20.—The balmy weather of the past few day? has disappeared and we experienced another uncomfortable week-end. Monday. March 21.—The authorities of college have met the demands of the assistant managers of baseball and are constructing a bigger and better backstop. Tuesday. March 22.—The Varsity baseball team played a practice game with Haverford today and completely outclassed them. Wednesday, March 23.—Winter must have forgotten something when he left here. He came back yester- day and is making himself an unwelcome guest. Thursday. March 24.—The bad weather of the past few days has not prevented the baseball and football candidates from practicing. More good weather will give us an idea of the chances for a successful season. Friday, March 25.—The Seniors arc discussing the possibility of having Commencement Day exercises in the open air. Every one likes the idea excepting some pessimists who predict rain for that day. Saturday. March 26.—The parlor in the College Build- ing has been :onverted into a trophy room. Even some of the old-timers arc surprised at the number and beauty of the prizes. NEW YORK ATLANTIC CITY MERIDALE FARMS ayer McKinney 9 and 1 1 North Water Street Bell Market 5030 PHILADELPHIA Keystone Main 7324 362 ORGANIZED 1829 CASH CAPITAL. $1,000,000. Service 'Protection_s he Strength Franklin Fire Insurance Company OF PHILADELPHIA CHARLES L. 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See It at Your College Bookstore or Write for Information to the Publishers. G. . C. MERRIAM CO. Springfield, Mass. Sunday, March 27.—Tnc week-end ran true to form and most of us had to spend the day indoors. This bad weather must end soon. Monday. March 28.—The football squad went through a hard scrimmage today. They seem to be in form and ictually look ready to go into a regular game. Tuesday. March 29.-—Since the baseball season is here it is about ttmc for the inter-hall teams to swing into action If these games can be played without “scraps it will be well--but perhaps the boys will not want to play on these terms. Wednesday. March 30.—Everything is in readiness for the presentation of “Vision, at the Seville Theatre, in Biyn Mawr next week. The securing of this the- atre for the play should add to the play all that is necessary to make it as near perfect as possible. Thursday, March 31.—Another month shot and the Easter vacation near! All that remains now is the baseball season, the finals and then—Commence- ment. Friday. April 1.—April was ushered in with the usual pranks—telephone calls to the “zoo” and other be- whiskered jokes. Saturday. April 2.—“Jupc Pluvius stepped in and spoiled our first chance to see the baseball team in action. The next game is with Princeton on Wednes- day. Sunday. April 3.—Yesterday's rain and snow has dis- appeared but there was enough chill in the air to spoil another week-end. Monday, April 4.—The Juniors have their plans for Junior Week almost completed. They are loud in their assertions that it will outdo all previous attempts. Tuesday, April 5.—Coach Meredith is preparing his men for the meet with Textile tomorrow. There ap- pears to be some good new material. Wednesday. April 6.—Inexperience and a bit of un- steadiness in two innings lost the baseball game to Princeton today, 11-3. A little more practice and a few more games should improve the team a lot. Thursday, April 7—“Vision, Villanova's Passion Play, filled the Seville Theatre in Bryn Mawr to capacity in two performances today. Friday. April 8.—Now that the nice weather is about due, the Seniors will begin work on their theses. No matter how good the intentions arc they always man- age to make a last-minute job of it. Saturday. April 9.— The baseball team looked like las' year's team when they blanked Fordham. 8-0. “Johnny Hensil, a Freshman, pitched a great game for the Big Blue. Sunday, April 10.—For a change, it did not rain to- day—the boys celebrated by sitting out front watch- ing everybody and his wife go by. Monday, April 11.—Everyone is restless. There is much talk about train schedules, getting off, etc. This is usually the ease as vacation time draws near. Bell: Germantown 3236 Yard GERMANTOWN WEST PHI LA. OLNEY MARTIN F. 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Cardamone's DRUG STORE 1040 Lancaster Avenue Bryn Mawr Phone your wants and we wilt do the rest Brvn Mawr 975 and 980 At your sendee Phone, Brvn Mawr 125 ROMA CAFE 835 Lancaster Avenue Brvn Mawr, Pa. Luncheon, 50 and 75cts. Dinner a la Roma, $1.00 Special Sunday Dinner, $1.25 We Cater to Banquettes and Parlies MUSIC DURING DINNER Compliments oj MARY M. McGARVEY Dry Goods, Notions and Men s II ear 1141 Lancaster Ave. Rosemont, Pa. Louis the Barber CHAMPION SHOE SHINE PARLOR 1005 Lancaster Avenue Bryn Mawr 381 Administration ................ 6? Alumni Association ............ 75 Att Society Dabs ............. 333 Arts School ................... 48 A.S.C.E....................... 345 A.S.M.E....................... 334 Back in Old Belle Air ........ 81 Band 281 Baseball ........................ Schedule ........................ 2,6 Basketball ........................ I Season Resume ................. -- 0 Belle Air Ball .................. Senior Couples ................. 296 Belle Air Book ................. 286 Faculty Advisor ............... ■O Belle Air Frolic ............... 311 Blue Blazer Ball ............... 301 Board of Trustee .............. 65 Boxing ......................... 2,8 Business Administration School 54 Campus Day ...................... 300 Campus Scenes ................... 19 Captain ...................... 261 Cathman. Coach ................. 243 Cheer Leader ................... 262 Corr Hall Seniors ............. 174 Crawford. Rev. J. H.............. 47 Dances ........................ 293 Day Students’ Club .......... 332 Day Students’ Dance ......... 313 Dedication .................. 10 ■’Destiny” ................... 279 Dramatics..................... 268 Driscoll. Rev. I). W........... 46 Dual Mask Club .............. 335 Engineering School............. 50 Epsilon Phi Theta ........... 328 ’’Every Freshman ........... 275 Faculty Photos ................. 66 Farina. Scrub Coach ......... 229 Fink. Rev. R. P................. 45 Football ....................... 227 Graduate Manager ........... 226 Season Resume ..............238 Back in the Old Day .... 239 Foreword ..................... 8 Freshman Hop ................. 306 Freshmen ..................... 213 Class Photo ................ 214 Class History .............. 207 Committees ................... 216 Class Roll ................. 217 Autographs ................... 218 Grelis. Rev. H. A ............ 46 Griffin. Rev. J. H.............. 43 Hunsingcr. Asst. Coach......... 228 H Only .................... 280 Italian Club ................. 336 Italian Club Dance............ 314 Junior Prom ................ 303 Junior Week .................. 298 j Junior ..................... 183 Class Officers ........... 1841 Class History ............ 184 Index Photos .................... too (announces ............... 2 KI Autograph ................ 201 Knights of Columbus ........ 337 Lambda Kappa Delta........... 324 La Salle Club .............. 338 La Salle Club Dance......... 310 Lawrence Club ............... 339 Library ...................... 62 Managers .................... 260 MeGeehan. Coach.............. 253 Meredith. Coach ............. 249 Message of the President .... 42 Mirror ................... 291 Monican .................. 292 Music ...................... 281 Music Club ................. 344 New Jersey Club Owl .......... Owl Hop ....... Phi Kappa Pi .. Pre'Med. Dance Prize Cup Publication R. C. H. S. Club .................. 342 Religious Program Science Schoo' Senior'Junior Srr Senior ......... Class Officer . Class History Cla� � Poem .. Committee Corr Hall Senior — Daley O'Donnell Ryan Starrs ...................... 78 Tierney .................... I7 Wicrihan .................... 179 Wilson ...................... 180 Seniors— Aschcnbrenner ............... 101 Balletti .................... 102 Baron ...................... 103 Blanche .................... 104 Bradley .................... 105 Brady ...................... 106 Brennan .................... 107 Brown ...................... 108 Bultman .................... 109 Burlington ................. 110 Byrne. F.................... Ill Byrne. J.................... 112 Cahill ..................... 113 Callaghan ................. 114 Ckilantuono ............... Ilf Corcoran .................. 116 Costanzo .................... 117 Cunningham ................ 118 Cutumano .................... 119 Dailey ...................... 120 Daley ....................... 121 Dana ...................... 122 Davi� ..................... 123 Digilio ................... 124 Donnelly .................. 125 Donohue ................... 126 Dougherty ................. 127 Du Paul ................... 128 Gallon .................... 129 Gilroy .................... 130 Gryezenski ................ 131 Halphcn ................... 132 Harrahy ................... 133 Hartnett .................. 134 Hegner .................... 135 Hogan ..................... 136 Hughe .................... 137 Hurley. J. F............. 138 Hurley. W. P............ 139 Jenkins .................... MO Kirw.m ..................... Ml Long ....................... M2 ran ............... M3 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 170 305 Sophomores ................... 203 Class History ............. 207 Class Photo ................. 20 Class Roll .................. 209 Committee .................. 208 Prc-Mcd ..................... 207 Autographs .................. 210 Student Board of Discipline .. 72 Student Council ............. 7 Stuhldrehcr. Coach .......... 227 The Sisters School .......... 56 Symphony Orchestra .......... 283 Tea Dansant ................. 302 Thanksgiving Hop ............ 309 Theology School .............. 58 Track ....................... 249 V Club .................... 343 V Dance ................... 315 Villanovan ................ 288 Villanovan� ’’ .............. 284 Vision .................... 271 Wilkes-Barre Club ........... 344 290 308 Madden .. 1 '20 MeAneny 312 43 McHenry. J- A 269 285 342 McHenry. P v McLaughlin 60 McManus 52 . 301 Moynihan . 91 . 92 Oberholzer O’Donnell . 173 . 181 Panepinto Perri ,. 174 Shea . . 176 .. 177 .. 177 .. 178 Sophomore Soiree 382 Jn (Conclusions $5o start � f with to rxirnd our h.-art- frit thanks for thr manner in which they to nobly and unwlhshly labored in the production of this, the 1927 Belle Air.” Without their individual effort� and the material aid extended by our advertiier and subscribers, this volume would not have been possible. Our labor and its hope are come to bloom. Koch hour of care and generous concern Adds lustre to its magical relume. Virtue and Patience ! Each day we learn From thee a truth that years alone discern: Who labor will rejoice in triumph's might; For virtues bless the tasks that they enjoin And faithful honor is the strength of right— Each glory is a blossom ‘round His Altar Bright. MAR IS MAYER 4 0.. PRINTER! . PIIILA