Vincentian Institute - Crossroads Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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The Qlrnssrnahs -i--- Iaisturp of the freshman Bear Dear Diary: We remember well those days so long ago when we were freshmen striving to make our place among the best Vincentians. Although we were termed the greenies when dismayed by the number of rooms and people in Vincentian, many of us made early appearances into the chief societies of the school-The Children of Mary Sodality, Nocturnal Adoration, and the Art Club. At the end of October in our civics classes time was spent for a mock pro- cedure of nominations and elections. The class was voluntarily divided into parties. Campaign posters filled the Freshmen homerooms. Speeches were delivered with pomp and ceremony. On Election Day, John McManus, the Republican Nominee, was elected mayor by an overwhelming vote. Although financially embarrassed because of his great expenditures for bribes of candy cigars, Mayor McManus took his oath of oflice amid the good will of all. Soon after this, Mother Evangelist, who, although with us a short time, had readily found and maintained a place in our hearts, left. Sister Bonaventure came to fill her place. Our first retreat in Vincentian took place in December. The daily talks and conferences were beneicial. The one lingering thought left in our hearts after this retreat was, More things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of. Under the supervision of the P.T.A. the Saturday night dancing classes fol- lowed by dances were begun. Although gracefulness was not our outstanding char- acteristic, many happy hours were passed in the gymnasium learning new and intricate steps. Our first impression of Vincentian as a school where athletics were outstanding were augmented by the winning of the Knute Rockne Trophy for excellence in football. Although the Freshmen boys active in sports were not numerous, we were glad that our school had won. After the Christmas holidays, we began to dig in order to pass our first exam- inations in Vincention successfully. During the vacation week following examinations, we made use of the deep snow. Under the supervision of Miss Warren, the Freshmen class had a sleigh ride. We rode for several hours around the city and then returned to the gym where hot dogs and cocoa were served. After the Easter Holidays, our strenuous preparation for examinations was delightfully interrupted by rehearsals under Miss Kenny for a musical demonstra- tion and tea. For the most part, we went through the ordeal of examinations very well. With the completion of school work the class decided on an outing to Lyon Lake. We decided to make the affair a great time for all, so members from all classes were invited. Several Sisters accompanied us and they showed themselves as capable as we for making the day a success. At Lyon Lake there was swimming, games, boat- ing and picnicing. This event ended our Freshman Year so well begun, with the final note of joy and harmony with the school. JEAN MCENROE. Fifty-eight I 9 3 7

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The Cdlrussruahs '1937 YS AN BO FRESM '31 N: .. Ke

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Zlllbe Cllirussruahse Supbnmnre ear Dear Diary: Alas and alack! vacation days are now a mere memory and the school year begins as the class of ,37 advances to the position of Honorable Sophomores. Sister Mary Evangelist, though the only new member of the faculty, is an old acquaintance and is enthusiastically welcomed by her old as well as new pupils. With the Uwelcomen mat on the doorstep, a cry of joy on our lips and with open arms, we greet the latest members of the class. Who? Our Hlibustering candidate from Gohoes, who is known as just plain Ed Conway. Two more out- of-towners have entered our midst this year. Margy Galvin from ye olde Bostone and Bob Trulan from New York. Both our classmates will retain the characteristic accent of their home towns. Margy with her 'SKwan't', for can't and dawg for dog, and Bob with his ufothn for fourth and ufareigni' for foreign are ever a source of pleasure and a challange to our imitative powers. Another young lady joined our ever increasing class of '37, Marian Cahill from Glens Falls. Marian with her friendly manner and cheery disposition is fast becoming popular among the boys and girls. Also, Dear Diary, one other member has entered our class to make it complete, but she is from our own city. Eleanor Sano left her abode at Hackett High School and has come within our hallowed', walls to be of invaluable serv- ice to Mrs. Gallagher in the Gommercial Department. Yesterday, Dear Diary, was a red-letter day in the lives of the Sophomores, when the election of class officers took place. The president, Bob Handerhang Vice-President, Betty McLean, Secretary, Jack McDonald, and Treasurer, Tom Toohey are all capable members of our class, who, we feel certain, will fulfill the duties we have assigned to them. But, Dear Diary, great grief has come to our class on this day, our beloved classmate and friend, John Hoffman, has departed to eternal happiness. In the midst of our sorrow we have the consolation of knowing that although it is God's Will to deprive us of -Iohn's friendship and loyalty, he will live forever in our memory. We feel that he is now in Heaven praying for us as we are now praying for him and we realize that he will be with us in spirit at graduation even though he cannot receive his diploma with thc class. And now, Dear Diary, the June exams are coming, but we rather welcome them because vacation days are drawing near and next year we will be happy Juniors. BETTY GRIFFIN F ifty-nine 1937