Wildwood Catholic High School - Annscript Yearbook (North Wildwood, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1964 volume:

flOFF INTO OUTER- SPACE WILDWOOD CATHOLIC IS THE LAUNCHING SITE FROM WHICH WE ARE LAUNCHED INTO OUR CAREERS AS SEEN IN THE . . . 1964 ANNSCRIPT Vol. XV Wildwood Catholic High School Wildwood, N. J. CONTENTS Administration.................. 6 Activities...................... 16 Classes.........................40 Seniors.........................56 We are entering a New Frontier; The Age of Space is upon us. So spoke John Fitzgerald Kennedy. These words hurled a challenge to the youth of America. As enthusiastic freshmen we applauded his youth and prepared our- selves for the world; when sophomores, we settled down to the formation of our characters, our space capsules, that in a few short years would be placed into orbit. Then as juniors, we took our inspiration or fuel from our fac- ulty and ventured into the world of science. Just as our beloved President left the world this year, so now the Senior Class of 1964 prepares to leave the launching site that has taught, loved, and inspired us for four years. We promise to fulfill the hopes of Mr. Kennedy, our parents, our teachers, and our school as we leave our Cape Kennedy; for how can we fail when we are armed with Wildwood Catholic's motto-Fides et Scientia? Jr, Wildwood Catholic is in mourning. As her flag billows at half-mast, the building reflects the mood of a nation. The tall citadel of Wildwood Catholic towers over our island beckoning all to higher education. Since her doors first opened sixteen years ago, Wildwood Catholic has added to her physical structure as well as her intellectual. But no matter how large she becomes, she will always remain the second home for all her graduates. As the Senior Class, preparing for graduation, thinks of Wildwood Catholic, the words of our graduation song echo in our hearts: Til the time of returning again Farewell, farewell til then. 4 “So Let Us Begin Anew 99 John Fitzgerald Kennedy May 29, 1917 November 22, 1963 John Fitzgerald Kennedy is gone. In the words of his wife: . . all his bright light is gone from us. The Senior Class of 1964, as well as the entire student body, mourns President Kennedy with a personal grief. This was the youthful President whom we admired, whom we identified as our own; this was the husband, the father, the son, the leader, the brother, the friend. The Senior Class wishes to erect a memorial to this President—a memorial that will last forever. And so we dedicate our lives anew to the Christian ideals which he stated in his quote: .. asking His blessing and His help, but knowing that here on earth God's work must trulg be our own. 5 HIS EXCELLENCY ARCHBISHOP-BISHOP CELESTINE J. DAMIANO His Excellency, Celestine J. Damiano, Archbishop-Bishop of Camden, performs the difficult task of keeping the schools of the diocese functioning. The Archbishop holds a special place in the hearts of Wildwood Catholic stu- dents. He has taken time from his busy schedule to pre- side at our commencement exercises for the past three years. His inspiring messages have launched our grad- uates on to greater heights, to higher goals. His excel- lency takes an interest in each school that comes under his care; every school has benefited from his loving provi- dence. The Archbishop will always be a welcome guest at Wildwood Catholic and hold a place in the hearts of each student. ADMINISTRATION THE RIGHT REVEREND MONSIGNOR CHARLES P. McGARRY Superintendent of Schools Diocese of Comden The Right Reverend Monsignor Charles P. McGarry and his assistants. Reverend John J. Clark and Reverend William Mark, ad- minister to the schools of the Camden Diocese. These zealous priests give guidance and supervision to the students in the diocesan schools. Their visits to Wildwood Catholic are always a pleasant experience for all and an inspiration for the faculty and student body. 7 8 RIGHT REVEREND MONSIGNOR M. AUGUSTINE CRINE Pastor of St. Ann's Church Wildwood, N. J. PASTOR Patience! Generosity! Love! Kindness! To the students of Wildwood Catholic these nouns can be applied to only one man—the Right Reverend Monsignor M. Augustine Crine. Monsignor Crine is the guiding spirit of Wildwood; he is the friend of her faculty and the spiritual father of her students. Our pastor offers to all his understanding, his guidance, and his knowledge. Monsignor is our beloved father and so his children say; Thank you! PRINCIPAL On the banks of the Wissahickon stands the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Founded in 1858 under the patronage of St. Joseph it still stands nourished by faith. If thou wilt be perfect, take up your cross and follow me. The Sisters of St. Joseph who staff Wildwood Cath- olic are fulfilling this Divine Counsel. They have taken upon their shoulders the cross of education. Graduates of various universities and experts in their individual fields, they seek to share with us their love of culture and their love of God. As principal of Wildwood Catholic, Sister Louise Bert- rand has a crowded schedule but she still finds time to teach French and to serve as moderator of the Sodality. To Sister Louise and our other religious faculty we will remain ever grateful for giving us a small share of their knowledge, joy, and love. 9 Reverend Thomas A. Piechocinski Assisant Rector of St. Ann's Church, Wildwood, N. J. Religion, Director of Guidance Reverend Joseph P. Rush Assistant Rector of Maris Stella Church, Ava- lon, N. J. Religion, Problems of American Democracy, Schola Reverend Richard T. Kunzman Assistant Rector of St. Paul's Church, Stone Harbor, N. J. Religion, English Reverend Louis O'Meara Assistant Rector of Assumption Church, Wild wood Crest, N. J. Religion, Latin 10 Never before has Wildwood Cath- olic been able to boast of four priests on her faculty. These dedicated men have given their lives so that we may benefit from their extensive knowl- edge. Familiar figures in the corri- dors, on the altars, in the confession- als, these wise and devoted men carry out the work of guidance in the office and classroom. Of these priests of God, we say: 'Truly thou art a priest forever. Father Rush and Father Tom prepare to depart on one of their trips to different colleges. We have our doubts whether they will make it in Father Rush's Volkswagen. FACULTY . . . Sister Ann Cecilia, head of our Commercial Department and mod- erator of the Girls' Varsity, demonstrates the proper use of the typewriter to her class. Sister Ann Leona, moderator of the Student Council, ex- plains the graph which is so necessary in her moth and physics courses. Sister Frances Bernadette, Home Econom- ics instructor, is kept busy in her job as librarian and in her spare time Sister conducts classes in library science and developmental reading. Sister M. Clement, moderator of the Sodality and the Glee Club, explains the use of pronouns to her French class. Sister also conducts classes in music appreciation. Sister Francis Jerome, moderator of the Annscript and World History in- structor, attempts to construct a 50° angle for the benefit of her geometry classes. II IS THE FUEL THAT SPURS Sister Mary Luke, English and typing instructor, inspects the cafeteria machines as she fulfills her job as head of the cofeteria. Dedicated to the highest moral ideals, our lay faculty labors to instill their values into the hearts of their students. Al- though their subjects may range from physical education to math, from history to dramatics, or from music to nursing, these men and women dedicate all their time to the students of Wildwood Catholic. Together with our Priests and Sisters, the lay faculty help make Wildwood Catholic a better school. Sister Mary Nicholas checks her Latin lessons for the day before classes begin. Sister also conducts bookkeeping classes. Sister Rita Martin, moderator of the Crusader and journalism classes, examines the books that are required reading for her English classes. Sister Paul Mary, chemistry instructor and moderator of the cheer- leaders, examines a specimen under her new microscope during her biology classes. US ON Mi� � Margaret T. Brennan, R.N., i� an invaluable member of Wildwood Cath- olic'� faculty. Miss Brennan fulfills the dual role of school nurse and school secretary. Mrs. Walter W. Keene, Girls’ Basketball coach and gym instructor, explains the blocks her students try to copy in her mechanical drawing classes. Mrs. Keene also conducts art and health classes. Mr. Harry J. Gibbons, assistant baseball coach and general science instructor, pauses before he begins his math classes for the day. Mrs. John D. Locke, developmental reading instructor, traces the route of the first English explorers to her American History classes. Mr. John Reinhart adjusts the machinery he uses in his Industrial Arts Shop. Mr. Frank J. McAlarnen, our athletic director, calls the roll in his physical education classes. Mr. McAlarnen also conducts health and drivers' education classes. 13 Mr. Frank Feraco directs Wildwood Catholic Dramatic Department and also moderates our Forensic club. Mr. Daniel Price, our custodian, is always ready to lend a helping hand to faculty and students. Mrs. Reinhart keeps our cafeteria functioning as she prepares lunch for the school and the faculty. Mr. Guglielmo Sabatini serves Wildwood Catholic as our Musicale Director. Our Prom chaperones, Mr. and Mrs. William Myers, Mrs. John D. Locke, Mrs. Walter Keene, Mr. Harry Gibbons, Miss Margaret Brennan, and Mrs. Gibbons, smile for the camera as they enjoy the atmosphere of the year's main social event. TOWARD NEW HORIZONS” 14 The faculty and student body join together in prayer at our weekly Moss. Father Tom offers the Holy Sacrifice and he is assisted by our senior altar boys. Sister Francis Jerome, Sister Mary Nicholas, and Sister Clement en|oy their appetizers at the annual Alumni Breakfast as Monsignor Crine watches from the background. Sister Madeleine Oe Lourdes, the first principal of Wildwood Catholic, died in St. Joseph's Villa on January 5, 1964. Sister opened Wildwood Catholic in 1948 and continued to serve here until 1955. Wildwood Catholic holds Sister in fondest memory because it was through her many efforts that our school has achieved its highest ideals. May she rest in peace. Patricio Gustof Editor of Activities Kathleen Conley Editor of Seniors Through the activities at Afildwood Catholic, students themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually for journeys into life. The goal of their explorations lies in the vocational Their ships—medical schools, colleges, and Ousi- schools. For these trips, they must be prepared, nol with knowledge, but also with the reason needed to employ it. Basketball makes them keen and alert to situations; various duties of aides carry with them responsibilities. Publications introduce students to the world of creativity, while forensic brings forth in these adventures the power of verbal expression and a confidence in their opinion, independent of the pressure about them. Thus, wittt both mind and body ready, the students of Wildwood Cath- olic venture forth in this space age-fearless of the pitfalls in both the universe of space and the universe of fife. SODALITY Donna Cionfrogna and Dorothy Novak, Junior Sodalists, are rsponsible for the successful Sodality Corner” through which tho material apostolates are achieved. These include collect- ing rosaries and stamps for the missions. The Sodality of Wildwood Catholic High School strives to quicken the sense of moral obligation in the student body by its policy of respect for fellow classmates. Throughout the year the Sodality works toward the continued support of the missions and the betterment of the student body's high ideals. Cake sales, stamp contests, and after-game dances have afforded the Sodality the opportunity to visit Scranton, thus improving the basic concepts of the Sodality as a world-wide organization. Sodalists also receive a fresher outlook on life and a more comprehensive understanding of the word, Mary's Sodality. Prior to tho crowning of the Blessed Mother by the May Queen and her court, the probation sodalists took their final pledge and received the blessed medal of Our Lady. For two years these girls had prepared themselves for this day when they prom- ised to lead the rest of their lives in imitation of Mary. Marguerite Pessagno, Judy Cianfrogna, and Patti Tomlin keep the Sodality bulletin board up to date. Each month the girls change the theme in accord- ance with the Church’s feasts and to remind the students of their religious duties such as weekly Communion. Posted also are dates for retreats and other notes on religious matters. ACTIVITIES SAFEGUARD OUR PIETY Tachib ana, Mafsu-Suinin, Sakazuke, Oshidori, Tenyin, Hariko-Ningyo, and Hakasi study their linas for the play which was put on as a commemoration of Christ's birth, for the Christmas Assembly. Hearts filled with happiness as Emperor Matsu-Suinin of Japan realized the presence of a greater Emperor of the universe, as he embraced Christianity by adoring the Christ Child. The finale was the closing note of the Christmas assembly and left all the students filled with the true Christmas Spirit. During retreat, pamphlets were made available to the students on such problems as marriage, drinking, cheating, and dating. Their purpose was to assist the student to better himself spiritually. Joseph McAlarnen emphasizes a point on meditation while Anna Garish tries to inform him of the Church's view of steady dating. The highlight of the retreat day is Mass in the auditorium. Dozia Wilson, a senior, acts as lectern giving the student body a daily lesson from the Epistle and the counsels of Christ from the Gospel. 20 Fr. Tom scowls at the peeping camera which caught him interviewing senior James Wallace. Through these interviews students talk over their ambitions and qualifications with Father. He then instructs them as to what schools would best suit their needs and what courses would be most helpful. The Three Musketeers united in the cause of student assistance —Fathers Kunzman, Piechocinski, and Rush are always around when needed. Never too busy to listen to problems, their helpful advice results in many smiles at Wildwood Catholic. RETREAT The mass hymns, the rustle of rosaries, and the soft stepping of feet echo through the halls where talk and cheers only a while ago resounded. Now for a few short school hours the students forget the material and turn toward the spiritual. The annual retreat affords everyone, teacher and student alike, the opportunity to reflect upon his past life and his future dreams. A feeling of gentle serenity and soothing peace envelops the school as the student body begins the retreat. The Guidance Department arranged for represen- tatives of the United States Air Force to administer an aptitude test to the senior class. Included in the test were questions on mechanics, electronics, and mathematics. After the test, the represenatives met with interested seniors J. Ketterer, C. Grinnon, and M. Fath. 21 GUIDANCE Glory and grandeur pervaded Wildwood Catholic's basketball season this year. The team is known for its shake up power in the third quar- ter and for its all-around good sportsmanship. The boys first displayed their hustle by winning the Christmas Basket- ball Hall of Fame Tournament for the second consecutive year. They also captured the South Jersey Group C Parochial Crown and the Diocesan Crown by defeating Sacred Heart 56-47. However, the Crusaders went down fighting in double overtime against Holy Family in the State Finals. The Crusaders ended their season with a 17-6 record and three crowns, giving Wildwood Catholic basketball promi- nence in South Jersey. “The team is in a huddle — Coach McAlarnen gives that extra added punch to Corky Corchiani (35), Ray McAlarnen (21), John Newdeck (33), Richie Woolston (30), and Paul Grassi, that surges the team on for their numerous victories. Ballet of Basketball? Rich Kita watches as Paul Grassi blocks a shot by St. Joe’s player and takes the opportunity to give the fans a treat by showing off his dancing skill. Despite the fancy footwork, the Crusaders marched off the floor a 97-70 victor. Corky Corchiani turns to head back court sure that John Newdeck’s famous hook shot is good. John led the Crusaders to many victorious battles, includ- ing this one over Cape May, being high scorer in tho Camden Diocese. WILDWOOD CATHOLIC BASKETBALL '63- 64 VARSITY JUNIOR VARSITY WE THEY Tournament WE THEY 52 29 Middle Township 49 37 Lower Cape May Reg. Opponent 63 54 Middle Township 45 44 64 65 Mainland Regional 41 58 50 58 Gloucester Catholic 47 44 66 64 Mainland Regional 47 74 83 73 Sacred Heart, Vineland 58 53 59 53 Holy Spirit 54 63 91 45 St. Augustine's Prep. 66 44 59 53 Bridgeton 70 54 76 38 St. Joseph's, Hammonton 83 39 66 47 Lower Cape May Reg. 47 59 97 70 St. Joseph's, Hammonton 86 36 97 52 St. Augustine's Prep. 90 42 74 43 Middle Township 59 52 55 68 Bridgeton 66 68 53 69 Sacred Heart, Vineland 40 57 53 63 Holy Spirit 62 48 64 53 St. James, Pennsgrove 76 55 71 55 Lower Cape May Reg. 53 69 63 47 St. James, Pennsgrove 66 44 South Jersey Group C Playoff 56 47 Sacred Heart, Vineland State Group C Finals 63 68 Holy Family, Union City (Double Overtime) VARSITY BASKETBALL 22 Diocesan and South Jersey Champs, the team takes a breather to pose with Mon- signor Crine, pastor of St. Ann’s, and Coach Frank McAlarnen. They are Richie Young, Rich Woolston, Paul Grassi, John Newdeck, Corky Corchiani, Ray McAlar- nen, Rich Kita, Tom Strang, Monsignor Crine, Coach McAlarnen, Charlie Town and Fran McAlarnen, Jr. The Hall of Fame trophy is only one reminder of the '63-'64 season in which the Crusaders showed the other teams that famous Wild- wood Catholic touch. Whether win or lose these boys always accepted the result in the true spirit of sportsmanship — the trademark of our team. Who's the basketball header? John New- deck, of course. Corky Corchiani comes to his aid as John does his best to keep the ball. John didn't really lose his head, but rather was high scorer in the 83-73 victory over Sacred Heart. 23 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Under the guidonce of coaches McAlarnen and Shevlin the J.V. team learns the principles and rules of good basketball, preparing themselves to fill the shoes of the Varsity. In anchor formation the boys are: managers G. Coffey and J. McAlarnen, J. Leahy, J. Franco, E. Grassi, W. Meyer, L. Lilio, W. Mahoney. J. McAlarnen, M. Callahan, M. McAlarnen, T. Doonan, J. Amenhauser, and W. Heppard. Absent for the picture was W. Sharkey. Bill Sharkey shoots for a two-pointer as Matt McAlarnen and Eddie Grassi watch the ball and prepare for a rebound if necessary. The J.V.'s by exhibiting excellent offense and defense ability constitute a promising Varsity squad. They came up the victors this time against St. Augustine's. As a Jimmy attempts a block, Billy Meyer jumps and scores. Larry Lillo, al- ways alert, follows Billy’s every move and keeps his eyes glued on the ball. The game was tense with the lead bouncing back and forth. However, the cheers of the fans inspired the players with a burning zeal to grab the victory in the last minutes. 24 BASEBALL J. Ketterer swings and hits to add to tho Crusader score. In spite of pro pitching and hitting, the fates chose that Wildwood Catholic should be on the wrong side of the 4-2 score against Lower Cape May Regional. T. Strang sends one out to left field leaving the Caper catcher looking into an empty glove. The umpire will follow the ball as Tommy makes it to first base. Wildwood Catholic's All-Stars found time from their busy schedule to pose for the camera. They are: Coach F. McAlarnen, Manager E. Rosenberg, D. Blaker, W. Mahoney, J. Filachek, Assistant Coach H. Gibbons, J. Ketterer, C. Pessagno, G. Coffey, S. Wade, P. La Rosa, D. Colagero, M. Bradley, L. Fulginiti, Manager J. Dunkerley, I. Lillo, Assistant Manager M. Lion, J. McAlarnen, R. Axelsson, R. McAlarnen, C. Corchiani, P. Grassi, R. DeLanzo, T. Strang, R. Kita, and R. Woehlcke. Crusaderettes F. Hoppard, C. Franco, B. Mulligan, C. Morey, B. Goldsmith, C. Von Savage, N. Tobin, L. Cappelle, M. Woolston, J. Keene, and B. Gregson smile for the camera with their coach, Mrs. Keene, and moderator, Sr. Ann Cecilia. Known for their sports- manship and teamwork these girls hove made the name “Crusader- ettes well known. Bonnie Mulligan battles a Mainland team member while her teammate searches for the missing ball. The Crusaderettes lost the game by one point, 30-29, duplicating the boys' loss of one point, 65-64, earlier in the season. 26 M. Woolston anticipates action as C. Franco touches the sky to get the tap against Holy Spirit. The Crusaderettes, though us- ing jumps, ball stealing, and arm waving, came up on the short end of the score. B. Mulligan travels upcourt to gain a two-pointer while C. Franco travels behind preparing to get the ball back from Sacred Heart. The Crusaderettes came off the floor with a 49-27 vic- tory. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL Crusaderettes is a name often spoken in the halls of Wildwood Catholic. This is the girls' basketball team. Spirit and good sportsmanship run high among the players. This year the girls have used a number of plays that seems to have startled and confused the other teams. This is something new and has proven, in most cases, to be a success. Yet, win or lose, the team is always in a good humor. Girls' basketball gives its members a chance to develop to a fuller extent, the ability to work with others and a sense of responsibility — traditional qualities at Wild- wood Catholic. Carol Franco and Bonnie Mulligan struggle to keep the ball for the Crusaderettes. The menacing hand belongs to Miriam Jaggard, who played for the Alumnae. Despite Alumnae referees, the varsity girls triumoheH W.C. 29 30 49 47 48 53 39 Mainland St. Rose, Belmar Sacred Heart Sacred Heart St. Rose, Belmar Holy Spirit Holy Spirit . . Opp. 30 46 27 29 53 57 40 M. Woolston, B. Goldsmith, and B. Mulligan frame M. Meyers, an alumna, while Noel Tobin watches ready to give assist- ance. The game was the comi- cal highlight of the girls sea- son with new rules being used and old ones broken. 27 GIRLS’ J.V. BASKETBALL M. Curran, S. Briggs, A. DiMauro, S. Young, G. Corchiani, K. Baker, T. Stella, P. McLaughlin, R. Carswell, K. Scully, V. Nolan, N. Grimm, M. Deaton, and G. Fick make up the Girls’ Junior Varsity. Their managers are G. Thodin, C. Camarono, C. Doges, and A. Coed. Absent for the picture were D. Urbany and R. Strang. Rita Strang jumps high to toss the ball to Maria Deaton. Virginia Nolan keeps an eye on it to keep it from the enemy’s hands. Virginia Nolan aims for the basket as Stephanie Young gives her an encouraging cheer. The Crusaderettes came up the victors in the end. Team work and team ideals are combined with practice and expert coaching to produce the prospective team which has come forth from Wildwood Catholic this year. Coach, Mrs. Keene, and moderator, Sister Ann Cecilia, have trained a Junior Varsity which has still greater potential to be developed. Their sports- manship and their never-say-die attitude concerning their games have made their skillful coaching and the team's efforts profitable and worthwhile. The Crusader- ettes at all times display these prized possessions: friendship, unselfishness, and the spirit which characterizes Wildwood Catholic Athletic participants. CHEERLEADERS Who's the missing link? The phantom hand belongs to Pat Asselta. Mary Cartolano, Pary Lion, and C. Krouse form the rest of the human chain. As Lyn Jenner gives the signal, Captain Lillian Hickey goes over to the cheers of Yeah, Mac! Varsity cheerleaders P. Lion, C. Krouse, L. Hickey, L. Jenner, M. Cartolano, and P. Asselta are responsible for the unmistakable Wildwood Catholic spirit at games. With initiative and team effort these girls set the precedent for the student body. All for Wildwood Catholic stand up and holler, echoes through- out the gym. With one minute to go the girls do tfie victory cheer which is well known to the fans, the team having a 16-5 season. 29 Jeanette Bucket poses prettily as official Prom Queen. A favorite among the other seniors and her teachers, her smile is a familiar trademark of her outstanding per- sonality. 30 SENIOR PROM To the tune of ''With a Song in My Heart Juniors and Seniors entered Wildwood Country Club. The Senior Prom finally became a reality. Happy couples floated on a cloud all night to the music provided by the Noveltones. All too soon it was over. At the magic stroke of one, the couples, reluctant to leave, took a nostalgic last look around the room, the scene of the 1964 Prom. With strains of With a Song in My Heart still playing in their ears, the couples knew that the long-awaited event had now become an unforgettable memory. Attendants D. McWilliams and J. Tague look on as John Gibbons, school president, crowns J. Bucker as Queen of the 1964 Senior-Junior Prom, while her escort R. Young gives John a do-it-righf look. Pat Leahy, chairman of the decorations, and her escort, Joe Blong, make a final inspection of th fish pond before the other guests arrive for an evening of dancing and dreaming. Couples danced to the strains of September Song” and many other popular slow numbers. Polkas and a bunnyhop speeded up the pace and caused a good bit of laughter. All in attendance thanked the chaperones: Fathers Doyle, Kelly, McDermott, O'Maera, Mr. Meyer, Fathers Rush, Ryan, Piechochinski, and Mrs. Meyer, Miss Brennan, Father Budniak, Monsignor Crine, Father Saart, Mrs. Locke, and Mrs. Keene for making their Prom the most pleasant event of the year. BOWLING Thursdays find a number of Wildwood Catholic keglers joining in America's number one partici- pation sport: bowling. The pins fly as the mem- bers of the bowling league show their skill and let all classroom worries fade. Many boys have taken the advantage initiated by Ken Hamilton, manager of the Wildwood Bowling Lanes. The pleasant atmosphere of the alleys and the fine competition among the students have attracted many bowlers from fresh- men to seniors. Good sportsmanship is the keynote of the league's success. John Dunkorly, Wildwood Catholic’ top bowlor, oyos tho targot as ho proparo to sot his ball spinning down the lane for a strike. John leads his teammates to victory each week; the center of attraction for other bowlers. Anticipating a strike, Ted Sheppard and Joseph Daly deliver their balls with the skill of experts. Their cohorts Eddie Grassi, Dave Blaker, and Joe Walto watch attentively for tips on timing and accuracy. By working together these boys have put Wildwood Catholic among Bowling’s high scorers. Mickey Smith, Mike Lion, Steve Fath, Dorn Calo- gero, John Dunkerly, David Blaker, Steve Wade, Ronald McCann and Mark Herron take time cut from coaching their teams to pose for the camera. The boys exhibit their winning forms each Thursday at Wildwood Bowling Lanes. MUSICALE K. Boyle, K. Baker, P. Leahy, D. and J. Cianfrogna prepare for their solo in Carmen. These girls com- prise only a small group of Wildwood Catholic's singing stars. Mr. Sabatini, musicale director, and Sr. Clement collaborate to make the finished program a success. As Judy Onorato and Marguerite Pessagno aid in accompaniment, Mr. Sabatini instructs the students to “come . Lights are dimmed, places are taken behind the curtain, and strains of music filter the air. All is hushed, as the curtain opens and girls glide slowly down the aisle. The annual musicale has begun. Months of hard work and painstaking rehearsals are now being culminated. In a religious vein were Allelujah, I'll Walk With God, and 'The Lord Is My Shepherd ' Humor was injected by Hagemann's Christopher Columbus joined by a tragic but beautiful Carmen. The musicale ended with a solemn flinale, fitting in another piece of the 1963-64 school year puzzle. As the curtain risos and lights are lowered, the glee club says a final silent prayer and begins with strains of Beethoven's “Alleluiah . Other selec- tions included Bizet's Carmen ' and Hagemann's Christopher Columbus . 33 tlM WITH FATHER A C —i• T « Art W CtAMCI Oat •«rtr- - U� IAM( HRACO Vw V...W MARYANN COTNCV JOttRW A� AN JOAN «US ItjGHtt Mtw JCrt C-ttONS _ MCMd FAT MCMAfi. fATM FaTHIR VNKI OAUNCE. H m ■� .— WHITNEY. 1} MARLAK � CORA MART SKMNSR «IV PR UOTO Ot H'M'XfV. W. V W|« MARtkMir ANN'S KUA NORA SMA� ON MORROW OW4TR4 «RiNNON WUUAM «HIT FTT� JaRSOWSCY THlOOORt SHSFMltO ROSfMARY CASUS UUAN HOCF ANNA OAlfJH RATtoOA GUSTOF MARYARW COTNfY V M CREW U6MTN6 HOMRTRS MAM-UR llCMNtCAl STARR ROUST ICR. MARRY SMITH • CHARD YOUNG. NICHOLAS lOWTIZ. ROWtT McCANN. JOHN OLMCBU.T oav mulct •AARYAJ WCMAU. ITHfk CAMFMU. RAINALOA ASHCROn. CTOU U WtllAMS IINQA ClARI. RAOIA MATTHA MfltN OSHNH MARGUERITE FfSSAftNO ACT I: Sc I — MW A maAf an lux I — T« taw. TV. x -If. ACT J- Vv I — M . FN CNA Sew J - hxl«- Tn UN |0w) • •� • . • CUN x UN N JwM. W4 ACT 1. Sew I — MVI iNxao� A « 4 W . U- 1 - H MW T w w L a � NJ After four weeks of memorizing, rehearsing, getting costumes together, and much fun, the cast and Mr. Feraco relax after dosing night. Their faces reflect happiness as they realize the box-office success they achieved, and also a touch of sadness as they realize another landmark of senior year has passed. Mary Skinner, bored with Victorian modes, takes the advantage to show Clarence her true feelings. Chris Grinnon and Gene Grimm show how they make use of their studies as they thoroughly enjoy their roles. Lights, action, camera—as the curtain rises the senior class of 1964 puts forth an unforgettable performance of Life With Father. Under the guidance of Mr. Feraco, dramatic coach, the actors acquired the skill and timing of Broadway greats. The students brought to life the sputtering and raging of father, calmness of Vinnie, lovesickness of Clarence, flirtations of Mary Skinner, boyish humor of John, Harlan and Whitney, and also changing of the maids. The preacher and doctors also took their proper forms, along with the philosophical Cousin Cora. On October 25-26, Life With Father emerged as an unforgettable memory of senior year. Frenzied by Father’s tirade about the mayor and the city’s government, Annie misses a step and plunges head first into the basement. Dis- rupting the already confused household, she consequently terminates her position at the Day’s. 34 Nothing, but nothing, con convinco John, not ovon Clarence’s insistence, that this elixir will cure not only their mother's malady, but also ingrown toenails and mange. Their “cure backfired and only added to the chaotic state of the Day household. Harlan is entrusted with the care of his younger brother Whitney, while his mother is ill. Whitney has his mind set on one thing—baseball—and he seems emphatic on the point that Harlan should accompany him to the sandlot for a short game. Harlan has his doubts about the escapade. “What happened to the maid we had yesterday? She was prettier, says Mr. Day as Vinnie and Rev. Lloyd observe Delia’s indignant expression. No doubt the Days will again be without a maid in the morning. The changing of maids because of Father's remarks and tyrannical demands was one of the highlights of the play. PUBLICATIONS Members of the Crusader staff visited the office of the Leader, Wildwood's local paper, to see how the paper is printed. Present were C. Grinnon, Sister Rita Martin, moderator; A. Garish, M. Cotney, G. Ricco, D. Napier, M. Pessagno, M. Cartolano, and J. Assan. The Crusader, edited by Dana Napier, continually pulsates with the various phases of Wildwood Catholic life. Each staff member, aided by a keen sense of workmanship and responsibility, along with the supervision of Sister Rita Martin, realizes that conformity to the rules and regulations of good journalism is essential to the paper's success. The Annscript, edited by Judith Cianfrogna and moderated by Sister Francis Jerome, is the Crusader's sister publication. After many tedious hours of careful planning and working, the Ann- script staff painted a complete picture of the school year, high- lighted by basketball. Senior play, and the Prom. This picture will be imprinted in the memory of all students always, especially the senior class of 1964. M. Pessagno, A. Garish, L Capelle, and J. Luglio confer on the galley sheets for the next issue of the Crusader, Wildwood Catholic's newspaper. These page edi- tors work feverishly to beat the deadline and put out a first rate paper. Members of the Crusader and Annscript meet to exchange pointers on writing, style, and pictures. The two staffs are critical of each other, but both must concede to picking out more good points than bad, and they also agree that both publications are worthy of praise. Sr. Rita Martin, moderator, and Dana Napier, editor-in-chief of the Crusader, examine the first issue while Sr. Francis Jerome, moderator, and Judy Cianfrogna visualize the finished yearbook as they inspect the dummy. We wonder what Judy sees that is so funny. The Annscript staff works diligently on planning pictures, cropping, and thinking up captions. With the help of other prize winning yearbooks, the students aim at painting a masterpiece of the school year from the opening assembly to graduation. Representing Cooke Publishing Company, the printers of the Annscript, Mr. Solan came in October to explain all the rules and regulations of yearbook work to the attentive staff. With his advice in mind the Annscript staff took pen-in-hand to prepare the story of the 1 963 64 school year. Thomas levin and John Gibbons confer with Sistor Ann Leona, the moderator of the Student Council. Their discussion concerns the betterment of the school's constitution which relates to specific problems of the student body. Anna Garish, Dana Napier, Judith Cianfrogna, Christine Grinnon, Richard Young, William Kelly, Theodore Sheppard, John Gibbons (President), and Thomas Levin (Vice-President), represent the Senior Student Council members of Wildwood Cath- olic. Chosen because of their high integrity, the Student Council has benefited greately from their experience. STUDENT COUNCIL 38 Freshmen debaters C. Wursta, P. Assan, T. Gallagher, and D. McPherson leave for a debate at St. Joseph's, Camden. Their goals set high, these Frosh show style to be developed and an eagerness to follow in their predecessors’ footsteps. Senior forensic officers A. Garish, C. Grinnon, J. Assan (Presi- dent), and M. Cotney study the meet schedule for the year. The seniors have given four years to the principles and ideals of public speaking. Now they are reaping the rewards of their effort and hard work. Looks like Joe Fox was out again last night. Joe is a guy of many talents, but we didn't know that giving oratory in his sleep was one of them. Forensic League activities add to the development of the stu- dents' minds and also give them the poise they need in today's world. Under the coaching of Mr. Feraco and Sister Rita Martin, these future citizens achieve trophies and awards for their debates, original oratories, and declamations. As a climax at the end of the season the Forensic, assisted by members of the senior class, puts on three scenes from Broadway hits. This year the show included acts from Oliver, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, and Man for All Seasons. Margie and Peggy X During their years at Wildwood Catholic the under- classmen are prepared for the future. Just as it took scien- tists years to perfect the rocket before it could be launched into space, so, too, it takes time to perfect the student before he is sent into the world. The Freshmen are the framework of our scholastic rocket. Throughout the next few years the rocket takes shape by means of the acceler- ating academic program offered the students. Gradually these pieces of knowledge are welded together with study and hard work. The finished product will then be launched into new frontiers by our devoted faculty 5-4-3-2-1-0! FRESHMEN BLAST OFF TOO . . . Sister Francis Jeromo's World History students, S. Wade, S. Bowman, K. Wag- ner, T. Boyle, J. Walto, R. Carswell, K. Smith, J. Matera, and D. McPherson, examine the class projects on our late President John F. Kennedy, while J. Remy and M. Biondi have their own private discussion. 42 Members of Sister Mary Nicholas's Latin class, M. Hartman, G. Malec, and P. Assan, test T. Gallagher, L. Comely, V. Ascolese, I. McWilliams, E. McClain, K. Mogck, and G. Griffin on their knowledge of Latin. At her desk, C. Sandman dis- plays a look of enlightenment. F. Lesefski's Algebra classmates, J. Romano, E. Rossi, R. Bertsch, K. Cata- noso, C. Worsta, M. Parent, C. Jargow- ski, and A. Accardi, listen attentively as he illustrates the use of the slide rule. K vuM USC xr Members of Sister Mary Luke's English class hold a panel discussion on the importance of good English, as R Carusi points out. Participants in this discussion are: S. Hoffman, T. Davis, J. Brennan, E. Rosenburg, M. Dougherty, C. Neill, N. Grimm, D. Kochie, and R. McCann. J. Leahy delivers his speech to the students, M. Sciarro, G. Fick, K. Hansbery, J. Daly, G. Haffert, J. La Monaco, B. Schroer, and D. Calogero, while M. lan- none and J. Franco wait their turn. Camera shy T. Doonan successfully man- ages to hide his face. Father Kunzman and his Religion stu- dents, M. Gray, D. Walsh, V. Mustico, P. Steffy, M. Callahan, D. O'Brien, W. Sharkey, R. McCormick, P. Piro, and E. Riccio, pause for an informal discussion on the day's lesson. NEW FRONTIERS Sister Clement demonstrates the use of the language lab to an enthusiastic group of students. The up and coming French scholars are: C. Rupinski, H. Bedard, M. Baber, T. Kozlauskas, L. Cos- tello, M. Riley, M. Linneman, W. Me- Clory, S. Fath, and C. McMenamen. This group is working industriously to develop their reading skills. D. Piro, N. Dages, A. Jenner, J. Johnson, M. Accardi, J. Lewis, and L. Ricca are engrossed in- their reading while T. Falls, D. Bertram, B. Di Peppe, and M. Byrd select their material. 44 Our Freshman Council members B. Gauvry, W. Mahoney, M. McAlarnen, G. DeFran- cesco, and T. Woehckle pause a moment on the stairs as they prepare to take their posts. K. Flynn, also a council member, was absent. R. McLaughlin prepares to tape the voices of French I students, A. Cocci, C. Costa, L. Mazella, A. White, J. Montforto, W Schoezlek, and J. McAlarnen, while L Magee points to places of importance on the map. M. Glassford, F. Collins, and F. Dougherty anxiously await thoir turn as P. Maher reads from his literature anthology. E. Mansika, J. Petronis, E. Honer, F. Carusi, R. Lion, and D. Tomlin avidly follow along. Latin students J. Kelly, J. Haslem, and J. Kilcourse are quizzing F. Stagg, E. Santaniello, D. Urbany, B. Babinchak, and K. Scully. J. Gallagher checks the an- swers with his paper. FIRST STAGE”. . . SOPHOMORES 46 The voices of G. Coffey, F. Leopoldo, E Cossaboon, L Fulginiti, G. Hegarty, J. McAlarnen, B. Valese, R. DeLanzo, and C. Cotney echo French songs throughout the corridors of the school to the accom- paniment of P. Corchiani. K. Dybalski, M. O'Neil, M. Curran, D. Landry, C. Morey, M. Gray, C. Gibbons, and C. Borsello display geometric figures, while C. Carullo and M. Herron outline plane figures on the board in this Math Club. B. Bada, S. Kosabucki, M. Read, and W. Heppard work at the board in Father Kunzman's English class, while W. Conner waits to make corrections. L. Lilio, K. Ewan, M. Matalucci, E. McGurk, R. Grande, and C. Dogliotti check in their desks. K. Road, T. Simmons, N. Mauer, J. Cuddy, and S. Salft display a variety of emotions, as G. Corchiani points to a diagram in Religion. J. Amenhauser and E. Grassi have their own discussion on a term paper. W Kelly seems to be taking over the sophomore liturgy class. The students. T. Rennemo, R. Grande, W. Meyer, R. Wilson, and A. Tilman are giving him their undivided attention, while C. Pes- sagno, K. Camerano, and B. Deviin check their books to verify his statement. French I students present a rendition. P. Bisulca, J. Buganski, M. Deaton, M. Brad- ley, S. Briggs, M. Panchelli, J. Filachek, T. Melchiorre, E. Smith, and M Wool- iton try to kee with the record hit of the season. 48 R. Gebhardt, B. Wilson, D. Deefs, C. Von Savage, and A. Baldwin are discussing the shape of amebae. In the other group, J. Paeana, L. Rutowski, F. Lynch, and V. Nolan are investigating para- mecium, while S. Kane and L. Baber compare notes. Sophomore Student Council Members, C. Von Savage, G. Coffey, J. Gallagher, K. Davis, S. Young, J. Babl, M. Herron, B. Wilson, J. Aubin, C. Read, G. Hegarty, and A. Nestor, discuss the school regu- lations. . . .DEVELOPS OUR CHARACTER 49 JUNIORS SECOND STAGE” EXPANDS OUR KNOWLEDGE L. Capped� displays her talent for graph- ing by instructing the students. K. Boyle and K. Baker consult their books, while F. Zook, C. Juliana, S. McGarry, and M. Oi Vito look on attentively. 50 C. Altopiedi seems pleased with the books she has selected, but D. Franco and D. Magee keep searching. A customer well pleased, L. Johnson pays J. Chalmers. T. Stella, L Tabone, P. Markee, B. Greg- son, and P. Dougherty are still un- decided. A« Father Tom hands D. Cianfrogna hor term paper, they exchange suspicious glances. G. Tropea smiles victoriously, while W. Mascereili discusses B. Goldsmith's fine mark. A. Di Mauro corrects L. Kwoka's home work, as the bookkeeping class offer their suggestions. The promising young bookkeepers are: E. Stefanko, D. Carroll, M. Smalser, J. Bowers, P. Profit, S. Bi- lotti, G. Robert, K. Peca, and M. Cullen. J. Blong laughs at a pun, while C. Sharkey, and W. McKenna work indus- triously on a set of shelves for a faculty member. A. Solis and S. Patrizi saw away on their own project on which J. Mansika comments. Junior Council members, J. Newdeck, J. Onorato, F. McAlarnen, J. Fox, A. Gibbons, R. Woolston, P. Reily, J. Bertsch, A. Corchiani, R. Kita, and N. Tobin, check the suggestions they have formulated for the next meeting. As E. Koffler, P. Koeneke, L Jenner, and P. McLaughlin experiment in the world of cooking, A. Tague washes up. Sister Frances Bernadette instructs T. Vinci on the proper way to use the beater. Masterminded students, J. De Francesco. M. Herron, L Cicalese, and R. McAlarnen, work out a solution for the explosion of '65. Others, M. Wilson, P. La Rosa, G Thoden, and P. Gray figure out a plan for the rescue. While L. De Stefano, G. Dyer, F. Hep- pard, and J. lannone hold the map straight, P. Asselta and C. Doges point out important places in France to the class, and C. Franco writes them on the board. History students, M. McGuire, C. Town, W. Du Bois, A. Lloyd, D. Novak, and M. O'Donnell refer to their books, os those standing, J. Walto, M. Stonbach, H. Onorato, and A. Mogck discuss the locations. 53 TH RD STAGE” INCREASES Freshmen, E. Luthe, R. Bada, L. Moretti, R. Lloyd, and K. Flynn, lake time out of a busy day to catch up on their reading, an important factor in the development of any student. Members of Sister Louise Bertrand's French IV class, J. Assan, T. Levin, J. Gibbons, and P. Jargowsky, work diligently at the new language lab. These boys in turn teach the rest of the stu- dents how to operate the lab. Here the students can listen to the language spoken in its native tongue and at the same time perfect their accent. Sophomore locker inspection today! E. Hallman and S. Restall stand aside while E. Sicilia checks their lockers. Caught red-handed, R. Strong hastily puts her books in order for she is next on his list. Juniors, G. Gaffney, M. Prince, W. Wilkins, and C. Sharkey listen attentively as P. Raffa reads excerpts from his book, “Fishers of Men. It is one of the many interesting books on their required reading list. OUR RESPONSIBILITIES The smiling facts of Sistor Clomont’s high salesmen, S. Wado, I. Ruthowski, P. Jargowsky, A. Di Mauro, B. Gauvry, C. Sandman, and M. Hartman, rofloct thoir success in our magazine drive. All aboard for the New York Express! This enthusiastic group of students and their moderators are all set for a day in New York, the reward for topping their goal in various drives. During the course of the year various drives are con- ducted for the participation of the students, such as: the magazine drive, the ad drive, and the ticket drive for the senior play. Besides aiding the school financially, these drives develop the student's sense of responsibility, a vital asset to our future adults. In these drives several industrious students top the $100 goal. As a reward for their hard work and co-operation, the high salesmen and their moderators are entitled to a day in New York, a trip long to be remembered. The stag it set and all the tickets are sold, as seniors R. Fick, 0. Multet and M. Cotney congratulate one another on a job well done. R. Young seems to be in a state of shock os the big night approaches. 55 Eld«n and Juli� K n� Life and education, a limitless frontier, now is ours to explore. We pause now for a few moments of Heartfelt memories of Wildwood Catholic. Our work was difficult but we have always enjoyed equal happiness. Years of research are brought to a climax with the long awaited graduation and diploma, our ticket for journeying into any atmosphere of challenge. This launching for some will end their formal education, however, others will be boosted into higher learning. Our class even has these sets of twin astronauts acting as our dual controls. After the guidance of our teachers all controls are set and the word is GO for the Seniors of 1964. Seniors of Fothor Piechocinski's religion class are seen turning in their semester paper on Communism. These students, Michael Axelsson, Geraldine Rakowski, Joanne Vallese, Ber- nard Gebhart, and Mary Ann Worrall after hours of research and typing hand in their theses with a feeling of accomplish- ment. RAINALDA MARIE ASHCROFT Shore Road Cape May, New Jersey St. Raymond Sodality 2 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Editor of Photography) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Locker Aide 3 (Captain) . . . Science Club 2 JOSEPH MICHAEL ASSAN 1157 Lafayette Street Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Student Council 4 (Treasurer) . . . Crusader 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Forensic League 1, 2, 3, 4 (President) . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 JOHN WALTER ATWOOD 284-102 Street Stone Harbor, New Jersey Sf. Paul Crusader 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 (Chairmon) KATHLEEN MARIE AUBIN 702 Broadway Avenue Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Sodality 1,2... Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 2 . . . Radio Club 4 58 MICHAEL PETER AXELSSON 1043 Washington Stroot Capo May, Now Jorsoy Our Lady Star of tho Soo Student Council 1 . . . Gloo Club 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 RICHARD GEORGE AXELSSON 1043 Washington Street Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of I he Sea Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Baseball 3, 4 . . . Science Club 3 NICHOLAS JACK BALESTRIERE 115 E. Juniper Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 1, 2 . . . Crusader 4 (Manager) . . . Intramural Basketball 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 JEANETTE AGNES BUECKER 3210 Landis Avenue Sea Isle City, New Jersey St. Jotaph Sodality 4 . . . Annscript 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Radio Club 4 KATHLEEN THERESA BURKE 201 Surf Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 1,4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2. 3, 4 . . . Basketball 2, 3 (J.V.) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3. 4 . . . Locker Aide 3 . . . Science Club 3 ANTHONY LEON CALOGERO 200 E. 16th Street North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Locker Aide 3, 4 (Captain) GRADUATING CLASS . . 59 ETHEL JOANNE CAMPBELL 104 E. Atlanta Avenue Wildwood Crest, Now Jersey Assumption Sodality 2, 4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Locker Aide 3 . . . Science Club 2 MARY THERESA CARTOLANO 204 E. Bennett Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 4 . . . Student Council 1 . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Forensic League 1 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 1,2... Radio Club 3. 4 . . . Cheerleader 2 U.V.), 3, 4 (Varsity) . . . Science Club 2 . . . Candystriper 3 ROSEMARY RITA CARUSI 300 E. Palm Road Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Student Council 2 . . . Annscript 4 . . . Forensic League 1, 2, 3 . . . Glee Club 2, 3. 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Library Aide 1, 2, 3, 4 (Captain) . . . Radio Club 3 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 JOSEPH ANTHONY CAVALIER 226 W. Maple Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Basketball 3 (J.V.) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 JUDITH MARY CIANFROGNA 155 W. Andrew Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 (Prefect) . . . Student Council 1, 4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Editor-in-chief) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Cafeteria Aide 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Library Aide 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3, 4 KATHLEEN FRANCES CONLEY 113 E. 25th Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Student Council 1 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Section Editor) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3 . . . Cafeteria Aide 1, 2, 3, 4 (Captain) . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Nurse's Aide 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 , . . Candystriper 3, 4. MARYANN PATRICIA COTNEY 115 W. 26th Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Forensic League 1, 2, 3, 4 (Secretary) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast, Stage Manager) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Cafe- teria Aide 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Library Aide 2, 3 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3 209 Bay Avenue Stage Crew 3 . . CHARLES EDWARD COWAN Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 1964 60 Fans can easily see from tho grins of tho Senior Intramural Basketball Team that the boys hold some surprise in store for their opponents. Reading from top we see: Joseph Ketterer, John Gibbons, James Wallace, Michael Axelsson, Theodore Sheppard, Michael Fay, John Atwood, Richard Woehlcke, Anthony Calogero, William Kelly, Richard Axelsson, and Joseph Cavalier. JOHN JOSEPH DUNKERLEY, JR. 211 E. Toledo Avenue Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Senior Play (Stage Crew) . . . Intramural Basktball 3, 4 . . . Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 (Manager) . . . Science Club 3 . . . Bowling 4 (Captain) JOAN OLGA ELLIS Walnut and New Jersey Avenues North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 2 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Crusader 3 . . . Forensic League 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Basketball 2 (J.V.) . . . Intramural Basketball 2, 3 (Captain) 4 . . . Radio Club 4 61 In the personal typing class these happy typists take time out from their daily work to inject an original joke. The ex- pression on Sister Ann Cecelia's face shows that she finds Flor- ence Smalser's especially hu- morous. MICHAEL JOHN FATH 108 E. Glenwood Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1 . . . Crusader 1, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Science Club 2 MICHAEL JAMES FAY 219-48th Street Sea Isle City, New Jersey Sf. Joseph Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Forensic League 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Intramural Basketball 2, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 ROBERT OTTO FICK 118 W. Morning Glory Road Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Sodality 4 . . . Senior Play (Technician) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2 . . . Stage Crew 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 ANNA THERESA GARISH 134 E. Hand Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 2, 4 . . . Student Council 4 . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Forensic League 1, 2, 3, 4 (Treasurer) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3 . . . Library Aide 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 . . . Catechetical 3, 4 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 62 Mi BERNARD PAUL GEBHARDT, JR. Secluded Lon No. 1 Rj0 Gronde, Now Jortoy Sf. Raymond Crusoder 4 . . Radio Club 4 . . . Scionco Club 2 JOHN JOSEPH GIBBONS 1325 New York Avenue Cape May. New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4 (President) . . . Forensic League 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Basket- ball 2, 3, 4 (Varsity Manager) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 DOLORES THERESA GLASSFORD 4711 Central Avenue Sea Isle City, New Jersey St. Joseph Sodality 1 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 GENE LLOYD GRIMM 103 E. Stockton Road Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Forensic League 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Ploy (Cast) . . . Intramural Basketball 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 CHRISTINE GRACE GRINNON 222 W. 23rd Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Crusader I, 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Forensic League 1, 2, 3 (Treasurer), 4 (Vice-President) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 PATRICIA ANNE GUSTOF 226 W. Magnolia Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Section Editor) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Nurse's Aide 3, 4 . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 (President) GRADUATING CLASS . . . 63 MICHAEL THOMAS HARKINS 102 W. 25th Avenue North Wildwood, Now Jersey St. Ann Stag Crow 3 . . . Radio Club 3 . . . Scionco Club 2 . . . Intramural Basketball 3 LILLIAN JOAN HICKEY 111 E. Farragut Road Wildwood Crost, Now Jorsoy Assumption Sodality 4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Art) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3. 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Cheerleaders 1 (J.V.) 2, 3, 4 (Varsity— Captain) NOEL ANN HOGAN 94 W. Hudson Avenue Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Sodality 4 . . . Senior Play (Usher) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 3, 4 Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 PETER PASQUALE JARGOWSKY 131 47th Street Sea Isle, New Jersey Sf. Joseph Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Schola 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 JOHN EDWARD JUSTICE Box 395 Station Road Goshen, New Jersey Our Lady of the Angels Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 H. ELDEN KEENE 401 W. Pine Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Glee Club 2, 3 JULIA MARGARETTE KEENE 401 W. Pine Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Bas- ketball 2 (J.V.) 3, 4 (Varsity) . . . Schola 3, 4 AHREN MARIE KELLY 7607 New Jersey Avenue Wildwood Crest. New Jersey Assumption Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Crusader 1 . . . For- ensic League 1, 2, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Hostess) . . . Basketball 3 (J.V. Captain) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . Faculty Aide 2, 3 . . . Schola 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 64 Bohind the scene are the faithful prompters for the senior play, Helen Quinn and Marguerite Passagno. Marguerite is giving a cue to one of the shaking actors while Helen is making notes of faulty lines. WILLIAM FRANCIS KELLY, JR 106 E. Rosemary Road Wildwood Crest, New jersey Assumption Sodality 1, 2, 4 ... Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Forensic League 4 - • ©••• Cl«b 2. 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cost) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4 Office Aide 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 CHARLES JOSEPH KETTERER 20® Nashville Avenue Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Senior Play (Electrician) . . . Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4 . Baseball 1, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 3 65 Roinaldo Ashcroft, Jeanette Buecker, and Deidre McWilliams make use of their home eco- nomics training in adding the final touches for the senior play scenery. Deidre seems to be complimenting Rainalda on her artistic talent for arranging flowers while Jeanette exam- ines Deidre’s work. PATRICIA ANN LEAHY 286 33rd Street Avalon, New Jersey Maris Stella Student Council 2 . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Art) . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Art) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 THOMAS MICHAEL LEVIN 405 Jackson Avenue Woodbine, New Jersey St. Casimir Student Council 3, 4 (Vice-President) . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Office Aide 1, 2, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3, 4 DOROTHE PARYS LION 317 W. Cresse Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Student Council 2 . . . Annscript 4 (Business Manager) . . . Forensic League 1 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Intramural Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Cheerleaders 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 NICHOLAS JOHN LOWITZ 16 Cloverdale Avenue Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Senior Play (Stage Crew) . . . Science Club 2, 3 66 PAULA HELENE MATTERA 401 New York Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Crusader 4 (Typist) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Science Club 2 ROBERT ALOYSIUS McCANN 1603 Whittier Avenue North Cape May, New Jersey St. Raymond Senior Play (Lighting) . . . Intramural Basketball 4 GEORGE WEYMAN McCORKEL, JR. 1600 Roslyn Avenue North Cape May, New Jersey St. Raymond Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 3 (President) KATHLEEN NANCY McCOURT 212 E. Glenwood Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 3 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 DEIRDRE PATRICIA McWILLIAMS 103 E. 22nd Street North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 3, 4 . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props, Stage Crew) . . . Basketball 2, 3 (J.V.) . . . Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3 ... Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 DELORES ANN MARIE METZGER 103 W. 25th Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 GRADUATING CLASS OF . . . 67 3609 Pacific Avenue SHARON ANN MORROW Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Forensic League 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Cast) . . . Faculty Aide 4 . . . Office Aide 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 DAVID MICHAEL MULZET 3007 Pacific Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Annscript 4 (Photography) . . . Crusader 4 (Photography) . . . Senior Play (Electrician) . . . Stage Crew 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 DANA JACQUELYN NAPIER 325 E. 25th Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Student Council 3, 4 (Secretary) . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Editor-in- Chief) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3 . . . Catechetical 3 PATRICIA ANN NESBITT 215 E. Stockton Road Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 (Officer) ANTOINETTE MARIE OWENS 1 30 E. First Avenue North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 2, 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 2 . . . Candystriper 3 MARGUERITE MARIE PESSAGNO 213 W. Juniper Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 (Treasurer) . . . Crusader 1, 2, 3, 4 (Page Editor) . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . Senior Play (Prompter) . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3, 4 ANNA PATRICIA PIRO 206 W. 17th Street North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Glee Club 2 . . . Senior Play (Hostess) . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 HELEN MARIE QUINN 401 W. Glenwood Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Annscript 4 . . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Prompter) . . . Faculty Aide 1, 2 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3, 4 . . . Candystriper 3, 4 1964 68 Caught off guard by an Annscript photographer are Wildwood Catholic cameramen, David Mulzet and Harry Smith, as they prepare to capture the smiling faces of our senior intramural team for the next issue of the school's newspaper, the Crusader. GERALDINE IRENE RAKOWSKI 327 E. 5th Street North Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Sodality 2, 3, 4 . . Annscript 4 . . Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Faculty Aide 1, 2 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Catechetical 3, 4 LOUIS JOSEPH REMY 1689 First Avenue Avalon, New Jersey Moris Stella Crusader 4 69 The activities and responsi- bilities of the seniors are many and varied. Ethel Campbell. Mary Ann Worrell, Patricia Nesbitt, and Paula Mattera are seen undertaking their difficult task of arranging the table for an after game social. GRACE ELIZABETH RICCO 328 E. 13th Street North Wildwood, New Jersey St. Ann Crusader 4 (Page Editor) . . . Senior Play (Hostess) . . . Radio Club 4 EUGENE STANLEY RUPINSKI Boyshore Road Villas, New Jersey St. Raymond Crusader 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 THEODORE FREDERICK SHEPPARD 6006 Seaview Avenue Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Student Council 4 . . . Forensic League 4 . . . Senior Ploy (Cast) . . . Intramural Basketball 3, 4 . . . Baseball 1, 2 . . . Science Club 2, 3 FLORENCE KATHERINE SMALSER 232 W. Maple Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Glee Club 2 (Special Group) 3, 4 . . . Library Aide 2 70 HARRY MICHAEL SMITH 302 E. Florida Avenue Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Student Council 1, 2, 3 . . . Annscript 4 (Photography) . . . Crusader 4 (Photography) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Stage Crew) . . . Intramural Basketball 1 . . . Stage Crew 4 . . . Bowling 4 (Captain) THOMAS EDWARD STRANG 106 E. Heather Road Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Student Council 2 . . . Annscript 4 . . . Glee Club 3, 4 . . . Basket- ball 4 (Varsity) . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club (Officer) CAROL LETITIA TANSEY 155 Geneva Avenue Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Sodality 4 . . . Crusader 4 MILDRED PATRICIA TOMLIN 101 Main Street . . Erma Park, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Sodality 2, 3, 4 (Secretary) . . . Annscript 3, 4 (Section Editor) . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 ... Locker Aide 3 . . . Science Club 2 . . . Can- dystriper 3, 4 JOANNE PATRICIA VALLESE 907 DeHirsch Avenue Woodbine, New Jersey Sf. Casimir Sodality 4 . . . Student Council 1 . . . Annscript 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 WILLIAM BERNARD VOEGTLE 124 Iowa Avenue Villas, New Jersey Sf. Raymond Science Club 3 . . . Bowling 4 GRADUATING CLASS OF . . . 71 3104 Ocean Avenue ALICE MARY WAGNER Sf. Ann Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Make-up) Wildwood, New Jersey . . . Science Club 2 JAMES JOSEPH WALLACE Route 9 and 3rd Avenue Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Crusader 3, 4 . . . Glee Club 4 . . . Science Club 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 4 LLOYD JOSEPH WARD 34 Hereford Avenue Cape May Court House, New Jersey Our Lady of the Angel % Intramural Basketball 2 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 DOZIA JOSEPH WILSON 525 Washington Street Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Crusader 4 . . . Forensic League 4 . . . Glee Club 4 . . . Mass Lector 4 RICHARD HERMAN WOEHLCKE 1239 Lafayette Street Cape May, New Jersey Our Lady Star of the Sea Student Council 2 . . . Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . Science Club 2, 3 MARYANN ELIZABETH WORRALL 215 W. Glenwood Avenue Wildwood, New Jersey Sf. Ann Glee Club 2, 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Props) . . . Radio Club 4 RICHARD FRANCIS YOUNG 207 Louisville Avenue Wildwood Crest, New Jersey Assumption Sodality 4 . . . Student Council 3, 4 . . . Senior Play (Stage Crew) . . . Basketball 1, 3 (J.V.) 3, 4 (Varsity) . . . Intramural Basketball 2 . . . Stage Crew 4 . . . Radio Club 3, 4 . . . Science Club 3 1964 72 As Nickie Lowitz, Dove Mulzet, Bob Fick, and Mickey Smith work strenuously with the couch, Joe Ketterer and Richie Young tidy up the surroundings. These boys wore only part of the helpful stage crew for the senior play. MAY JEAN ZERKIS 514 Lincoln Avenue Woodbine, New Jersey St. Casimir Glee Club 2 . . . Radio Club 4 . . . Science Club 2 73 The seniors aro all smiles after witnessing one of the most memorable events of the year—“The Ring Ceremony. Per- sonal achievement and great pride fills the heart of each senior who now wears the symbol of four years of Catholic school training. Monsignor Crine opens the ring ceremony by blessing the priceless treasures. John Gibbons awaits the distribution while altar boys Edward Owed and Michael Wilson assist in this heartfelt ceremony. Senior year marks the transition from the care- free days of adolescence to the Space Age of tomorrow. The fundamentals, knowledge, and memories of the four years spent at Wildwood Catholic abide indefinitely in the hearts and minds of her graduates. Remaining as the everlasting symbol of our high school days is our senior ring which was given to us in an impressive religious ceremony. May this treasure always launch our every thought and deed! Although Roinaldo seems to be deeply concentrating on home- work, ring day is still fresh in her mind as she displays our Wildwood Catholic symbol. RING CEREMONY 74 Wildwood Catholic honors tho Blessed Mother as our 1964 May Queen crowns her during the May Procession which was held in the school auditorium followed with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. The graduates attain their longed-for goal. A diploma, proclaiming success, will be the reward of four years of high school study. Graduation marks the end of the seniors' travel through space—the space of four high school years. Their launching as ambitious freshmen started them climbing toward their goal. They have learned to be men and women and to live their motto, Fides et Scientia, to its fullest. Now, they are ready to launch off on another career with the hope of a second successful flight. GRADUATION Wildwood Catholic's annual May Procession finds the faithful partici- pation of Father Rush, Monsignor Crine, and Father Piechocinski as they proceed to enter the auditorium in adoration to the Blessed Mother. Nothing in life is more won- derful than faith and science— these forces can neither be weighed nor tested in the crucible. 75 COUNTDOWN THE MOMENT OF TRUTH John Gibbons Thomas lovin INTO 4