Vincentian Institute - Crossroads Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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The QIZ1fu55irnah1s---- Ilaisturp nf Ziuninr ear Dear Diary: September 8, 1935-Today we came back to school to enter our Junior year. We discovered various changes in the faculty. Our beloved Vice-principal for the girls, Sister Borromeo, has been replaced by Sister Veronica, formerly of Catholic Central High School, in Troy. However, we find that we are not to lose our dear Superior, for Sister Borromeo is to remain at Vincentian. We welcome to our community here, besides Sister Veronica, Sister Carmel and Sister Gervase and we find their presence among us most enjoyable. We also Hnd an addition to the faculty which will be most beneficial to the boys of Vincentian, namely, the Brothers of the Holy Cross who have come to us from Notre Dame. Notre Dame's loss is the gain of all our boys who will come in contact with these Brothers, and of Vincentian in general. Mr. John Sullivan is entering our school as athletic coach for the boys, and, also to do his part in intellectual teaching. However, Mr. Sullivan's arrival is the result of the departure of the former coach, Mr. Anthony Cousins, and this causes the athletes much grief. Therefore, it is with a mingled feeling of joy and sorrow that we receive Mr. Sullivan. The students of Vincentian deeply regret to learn that Sister Geraldine and Mother Evangelist have gone to other sections of the diocese, but, regard- less of our unwillingness to lose these two nuns, who have been enshrined in our hearts, we sincerely wish them much happiness in their new life. September 9-Today, Dear Diary, we who are entering our third year, look with pleasure upon the two proceeding years of high school, and with confidence and anticipation we view the coming year. We realize that our work is not to be easy, and that perhaps we may feel discouraged at times, but we deter- mine not to shirk the task that is before us. We greet our old friends and classmates, and joyfully accept the new additions to the Junior class. Among these is Marguerite O'Farrell CPeggy to her friendsj, who tells us that she is a former resident of New York City. Also, among our new students are Bill Beaumet, who come to us from Albany Boys Academy, and Dick Quackenbush, who hails from Albany High School. October 3-Today, Dear Diary, was the first important event of the year, the elec- tion of class ofhcers. As a result of the election we find that John McManus is president, Betty Minnock, vice-president, Ruth Killian, secretary, and Vera Besse, treasurer. October 30-Tonight, Diary, being eager to assist the senior class of 1936 in rais- ing the much-needed money for their year book, we gave a Hallowe'en dance in the gymnasium, the proceeds of which will be given to the Seniors for the year book fund. This venture proved to be most successful and was appre- ciated deeply by the noble seniors. January-Today, Dear Diary, the Junior girls had the first ladyship class under Miss Sheeran. We enjoyed the lesson immensely and feel that this course is to be Inost profitable to the school. 1937

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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

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--1 Qlibe Cllirussruahs --1-- April-After an enjoyable Easter vacation, Diary, we returned to school today. We realize that it is time for us to begin to work in earnest and that vacation days are over. May 4--Of course, Diary, our Junior year has not been uneventful but among our most important activities was the junior Speaking Contest which was held tonight at Karlsfeld. The victors were Marjorie Galvin and James Quinn. June 19-Well, Dear Diary, we are happy to tell you that today is the close of examination week. We have all worked hard and have done our best to pass according to the standards of Vincentian. June 20-Now that examinations are over, Dairy, the Juniors feel the urge to view nature, consequently, we are sponsoring an outing which is a bus ride to VVhite's Beach. June 22-The final gift of the Juniors to the graduation class of 1936 is the decorat- ing of the casino at Karlsfeld for the annual June dance given in honor of the graduates. We spent three days, Diary, in hard work for this benefit. June 23-Tonight, Diary, we attended graduation and later went to the dance. It was a happy occasion for both the Seniors who have graduated and for us Juniors who will be in their place next year. And thus, Diary, comes a pleasant end to our Junior year which brought us much joy and happiness combined with work. GERTRUDE NEWMAN Q 1 9 3 7 Sixty-one