130 JAM THIRD HALLOWE’EN DANCE SPONSORED BY SENIORS Committees, Headed by J. Cauda, Bring in Social Year with a Bang! We Patrician Published by the Students of St. Patrick's High School By John Vondras and Jerry Cauda

The first dance sponsored by the Class of ’53 turned out to be a magnificent success. We wish to thank all Volume 6 NOVEMBER, 1952 Number 2 those who were fortunate enough to be in attendance

PRINCIPALS OF OCTOBER 24 A.D.C. MEETING

Right to left: Victor Pecore, Secretary; Ralph Brown, Treasurer; Brother Aelred; Richard Dillon, President; James Fanning, Vice-President.

for making it the big affair it was. Under the reliable guidance of Brother B. Henry, class moderator, the decorations com­ CONFRATERNITY HEARS BRO. AELRED mittee . . . John Vondras, Jim McKnight, Dick Dillon, Ronald Wilson, Nick Pucino, ON VOCATIONS AS NEW SEASON BEGINS Gene Kessler, Jack (the hulk) Martin, Vinnie Keller, John Burns, Gerry Byrnes, Charlie Schneider, and Ludwig Ruf . . . transformed New Members Inducted at Church Ceremony; Tigers Receive Oscars; the cafeteria into a veritable autumn wonder­ land. The walls were adorned with stalks of Guest Stresses Finding Out One’s Vocation by Means of Prayer corn and with pumpkins donated by the Keller farm. Mssrs. Vondras and McKnight construct, by Victor Pecore j club, senior dance, etc., the honored guest of ed a beautiful shrine to the Blessed Mother ! the month was introduced. while Mr. Dillon worked on a gory scene in The Archconfraternity of the Divine Child Vocations through Prayer volving two dummies, one splattered with held its initial meeting of the 1952-53 school "blood,” and the other calmly passing a knife year in Columbus Hall on Friday, October 24. Brother Aelred of Mary, the assistant director into his chest. Brother James made possible The president, Richard Dillon, opened the of Novices at St. Joseph’s Normal Institute, the use of his P. A. system and records which meeting by a welcome to the new and old mem­ Barrytown, and a recent representative of the were controlled by Charlie Schneider and Lud­ bers of the organization, and short, but well- American branch of the order at Rome, fol­ wig Ruf. put explanation of the function of the A.D.C. lowed with an inspiring and provocative ad­ Then, after the entire assembly had blended dress stressing not only the need for vocations, Mothers Help Out their voices in the Star Spangled Banner and which is the subject of the Archconfraternity The selling of refreshments was taken care hymn to the Divine Child, and had recited the prayer, but the knowing of one’s vocation. He of by Mr. Dillon, assisted by Mssrs. Vondras prayer of the A.D.C., the "veep,” James Fan­ stated that the only means of knowing one’s and McKnight. Delicious doughnuts were made ning read the calendar of coming events for vocation and understanding the way in which by the mothers whose generous donation of the month of November. The secretary, Victor the Almighty has called is constant and fer- (Continued on page three) Pecore then read his minutes of the meeting vrent prayer. of May 25, the last meeting of the 1951-52 The entertainment program consisted of three school year. masterful harmonica trio numbers by the "Korn Kobblers,” an artistic group composed After a little pep talk by Mr. Dillon, who of Dick Monroe, Wes Kubina, and Fred Mr. O’Rourke Plans Yule is an old hand at that sort of thing, on the Kopser, who gave renditions of "Dark Town importance of giving one’s whole-hearted sup­ port to such vital school activities as the glee Strutters Ball,” "Swanee,” and "Lady of Show for 37 in Glee Club Spain.” Brother Aelred then was called upon by the Upon a challenge from Reverend Father president to present to the Tigers, winners of Francis P. Brennan of St. Patrick’s Parish, the top position in this year’s Intra-mural Martin McKneally undertook to generate Photo Club Goes Into Basketball competition, "oscars” as lasting enough spirit to make the new project of a mementos of their victories. The triumphant Glee Club worth while. The results were indeed sextette were: Rudy Keller, captain, along with gratifying. Thirty-seven potential Lanzas and Action under Bro< James Charlie Byrnes, Joe Walsh, Joe LaSusa, Lon Pinzas showed up to blend their voices in The photography club under Brother James, Zimmerman, and Jim Fanning. the newest and worthiest of our many extra­ the sophomore class moderator and head of curricular efforts. the science repartment, has resumed its work Church Ceremony Initiated The experienced directorship of Mr. Edward started and carried on very Following the presentation, the group pro­ O’Rourke, former concert singer and choral successfully last year. We ceeded to the church where benediction was director, and the artistry of Miss Catherine are hoping for even more held for the first time in the history of the Mulholland as accompanist has been generously success this year. St. Patrick’s chapter. New members were in­ provided by Father Brennan. At present, Mr. Good foundation for this ducted at the altar, and Brother Aelred, who O’Rourke is planning a Christmas concert to hope is the very fine en­ had a busy afternoon, did the honors on the be presented at the Christmas party. larger and assortment of organ accompanying the group singing of "O Since Father Brennan has been so generous developing chemicals avail­ Salutaris” and "Tantum Ergo.” Benediction in providing the very best in guidance for the able in the lab along with the expert direction will be a permanent feature of the subsequent project, we not only owe him a vote of thanks, of Brother James. | meetings at the suggestion of Brother Cornelius, but our wholehearted cooperation! R. Murphy and R. Pallazza the principal. The Patrician Page Two The Patrician • S^fj Dads Hold Poll In Order SENIOR SLAMS Vinnie Keller has been chawin’ the biggest Editor-in-Chiej Richard J. Dillon ’53 To Decide on 52-53 Plans plug I ever saw. Central Hudson sent down a Managing Editor John S. Martin ’53 fine report on our representative in the Indoc­ The first meeting of the Fathers’ Club was trination Course . . . John Lowney, the quiet Business Manager Richard J. Daley ’53 held on Friday evening, October 10. The presi­ man. Special mention was made of "a fine Assistant Business Mgr. - James McKnight '53 dent, Mr. Edward F. Dillon had planned to sense of proportion and maturity, far superior Sports Editor Martin F. McKneally ’53 decide on a number of important issues, but was to other area representatives.” This is indeed disappointed at the turn-out of fathers. Thus, Freshman Editor Ralph Brown ’56 high praise for John and the school. he mimeographed ballot sheets on which the Sophomore Editor James V. Clifford ’55 "II Duce,” Marcantonio Pucino is fighting fathers made their preferences known. Returns violently for defeat of the bill to limit class Junior Editor Joseph Walsh ’54 fifty-five fathers were checked — still a meager debate to three periods. Faculty Advisor - Brother B. Henry, F. S. C. response. The decisions: there will be no chance books sold this year for a raffle at the father- Charlie Schneider, known to us best as "Javert” of the Student Council is cracking NEWS STAFF and-son banquet. Instead, the fathers will be asked to give one dollar a month dues. Also down on L’il Steve who hasn’t rolled in on Ludwig Ruf '53, Jim McKnight '53, Jerome Cauda decided was the question of time and frequence time yet. '53, John Burns '53, Charles Schneider '53, John of meetings. The fathers were overwhelmingly . . . and Dick Daley’s in the counting house Vondras ’53, Gerald Byrnes '53, Donald Glynn '54, in favor of Friday night as the meeting night, counting our money . . . sounds like he’s plann. Charles Byrnes ’54, Hugh Morgan '54, Robert and also decided that meetings will be held on ing to abscond with all sixty-three dollars of Burns ’54. Frederic Kopser ’54, James Browne the second Friday of every month. Other officers the treasury. ’54, Richard Murphy '55, Martin O'Sullivan ’55, of the Fathers’ Club include: Mr. Joseph Pecore, M. F. M. Victor Pecore '55, Thomas Donahue '55, James vice-president; Mr. Harry Wilson, secretary; Moran ’55, Charles Smith '55. Richard Pallazza and Mr. Joseph Daley, treasurer. —o— ’55, Jack Daley ’56, Frank DeGeorge ’56, Francis Carey '55, and Anthony Mancuso ’55. Don Glynn FROSH FANCIES "IT IS A HOLY AND A WHOLE. Jack Daley has a very inquisitive mind . . . so says a Frosh teacher. D.ck Travis wants to SOME THOUGHT TO PRAY FOR PERSONALITY know who won the World Series. A promising THE DEAD, that they may be loosed pianist . . . this Bill Robishon. Frank DeGeorge OF THE MONTH has joined the "Bowlers’ Brigade.” Gerry Schu- from sin.” . . . Math. 2:46 . . . der is rocking the scientific with his revolu­ Our choice of a personality of this month is tionary ideas concerning atoms. Fenton Downey As Catholics we should take full advantage indeed a worthy one, for the fellow it concerns says the tune of the month should be "Meet of the month of November to pray for the has been one of the leading s.udems in more Mister Callahan.” faithful departed. Now, more than ever before, fields than one ever since he took the entrance when our wasting world is ravaged with war exam, in which he came out first. The "chatting marathon” of which Joe La- and terrorism incited by the diabolical schemes Rossa, Ed Lahey, and Joe LaFalce are primary of Russia, we should take full advantage of every Our boy, as you have guessed by this time, contestants, has been disbanded pending fur­ opportunity to pray. is Martin McKneally, son of Mr. and Mrs. ther notice. John McDaniel suggests that the George F. McKneally of 100 Johnston Street, Our own country has lost nearly thirty thous­ reason is a concern for the health of the mem­ Newburgh. Marty’s prime achievements, of bers. Bill Haight and Jay Conway were among and boys fighting Satan in this red guise. How course, have been in the field of scholastic en­ can we deny these men, who fought and gave the many that enjoyed themselves at the Hal­ deavor. He has never missed the honor society lowe’en dance. Our thanks to the Seniors for their lives so that we might live, our utmost in in his three previous years at St. Pat’s, and prayer and sacrifice. that terrific affair. has often come out first in his class. Once, he Ralph Brown This prayer is likewise an act of faith for led the school in that department, and averages it proves that we firmly believe that the sou! of less than 95% are very scarce on his record lives after death, and that the end toward which card. But Marty has also been able to make that it strives is that state of contentment and joy rare combination of good student and a fine in the sight of God. athlete. For two years he has been a member THE STUDENT COUNCIL The Church implores all the fai.hful to pray of the Varsity basketball squad, and is now one for the repose of the souls in Purgatory through­ of the leading members of the Varsity cross­ The "Patrician” point of view on the newly out November, for it is not only due them for country team. formed Student Council —. you’ve been waiting for it. Gentlemen, the paper is behind the upholding righteousness while on earth, but it School activities were all given whole hearted S. C. A. We urge you to support it. will assure us that when it is our turn, they will support by our personality. He has been on the be there to give us a helping hand. PATRICIAN staff ever since he began high However, we see room for improvement, cer­ John Vondras school and this year is writing and editing the tainly. Our varsity did not win every game the sports news. On numerous occasions, he has first season. But a student representative organ­ acted as master of ceremonies for school affairs. ization, if accepted and implemented with ma. As if we need further proof of the wisdom of turity and judgement, can do so much good our choice, we might mention that Marty is for the school. Just wait until it gets function­ an Eagle Scout, and has received the very finest ing smoothly. Our school has always been best Fathers’ Cooperation Asked of scouting awards . . . the Life Scout Award liked by students, faculty, and parents for its from Francis Cardinal Spellman himself. informality, its friendly atmosphere. It is not The parents’ clubs are the greatest things the purpose of the Council to enforce military that ever hit St. Pat’s, but, as is true with any Marty plans a future of either law or medicine dicipline, but rather to promote the interest of organization . . . they cannot possibly continue which he hopes to begin at Holy Cross with the student. Feel free, indeed, we urge you to to function without the wholehearted, gener­ the substantial help of a few scholarships. send in le.ters to the editor on this or any other ous cooperation of the membership . . . and Citing his record, can we do otherwise than controversial subject. to be a member of the fathers’ or mothers’ club, predict a favorable outcome in all these en­ Martin McKneally there is only one stipulation ... that you son be deavors? enjoying the manifold advantages of a Christian education under the Bro hers of the Christian Schoo's at St. Patrick’s. Please give your whole­ NEWBURGH hearted support to these clubs that have done so much good for the school. Come time for AUTOMOBILE DEALERS the monthly meetings of the fathers’ club . . . make sure that you do everything in your power ASSOCIATION to be there. ST. MARY’S PARISH Newburgh, N. Y. The Editors Newburgh, N. Y. CAR CARE, INC CHARLES ROSNER CO. B’WAY AT LAKE Rev. Father Mannix Rev. Father Joyce Quality Office Machines Newburgh, New York Frank F. Mahler Front Street Newburgh The Patrician Page Three CATCHING UP SEASON BASKETBALL ROSTERS CHOSEN; WITH CROSS COUNTRY BRO. GREGORY to COACH 2 TEAMS AGAIN On October 18 the Cross Country Team, after loosing its initial meet with Arlington High VARSITY CHOICES INCLUDE 4 SENIORS, 6 JUNIORS: School, journeyed by cars provided by Mr. Joseph Pecore and Rt. Rev. Monsignor Henry JAYVEE COMPRISES 5 FROSH, 2 SOPHS, 6 JUNIORS O’Carroll, to Van Courtland Park in the Bronx, for a state wide track meet sponsored by New by Martin O’Sullivan and Jim Moran York University. The Varsity ran the "B” race, and did exceptionally well for their first major After a number of hectic try-out sessons, meet. The team finished thirty-fourth out of Around the Block Brother Gregory, who this year enters his forty-five contingents wtih a score of 902 points. second coaching season, came up with ten The Jayvees also proved their worth by placing by Martin McKneally Varsity members and thirteen on the Junior exceptionally well in view of their limited ex­ Varsity team as his 1952-53 roster. The pride We’re going to sweep the C. Y. O. run this perience in competition. of the school, the Varsity, will be made up of year, gang! Show up on November 16, will four seniors, including two of last year’s letter- Brother John, the coach, said at that time that you? ... at Downing Park to cheer on our men, Ed Travis and Martin McKneally. Dick with two more weeks practice, the team should harriers. Daley will ascend to the varsity post from the really go places in the Fordham meet to be held The alumni game this year looks like our junior varsity, and Jim McKnight will be play­ on November first. | toughest date. You bet you’ll be there. Bring ing his first year of basketball as a member of And they did, finishing fifth among fifty- j a date if you can. The game will be followed a school team. Members of the Varsity from three! Nice going! by a Thanksgiving home-coming dance. The the junior class will be Jim Browne, Charlie Seniors will put on the dance, and of course Hill, Jim Keenan, Gene Marshall, and Ralph Jim Clifford any dance put on by the Seniors . . . well Sheehan, all of whom played jayvee ball last by gadfrey, man, don’t miss it! year, along with Don Glynn, who returned to No doubt there will be a fine representation St. Pat’s this year from N. F. A. ---•--- j there from Mount St. Mary, as there is at all j our affairs. We’re fortunate in having the in- Jayvee Roster | terest and cooperation of all the young women i of the Mount, who usually make the difference The junior varsity this year will have in its Frosh Basketball Team Organized; ranks six juniors, among whom Ken Butwell, ; between success and failure for our dances and Richie Urbanak, and Jim Fanning played with games. Keep this in mind when the Mount brings Have Regular Schedule, Uniforms the team last year. From the junior class also the Catholic University players to Newburgh Sean Morris and Tom Arnold will make their for a Shakespearean presentation, or runs a Brother Gregory, athletic director and bas­ jayvee debuts this year, as will Anthony Dunko, mission program. ketball coach, has started a freshman basketball who came to St. Pat’s about two weeks ago Watch for the organization of a "Follow team. The team will play a regular schedule from Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey. Two and will have uniforms. Brother started the the Five” club this season. This effort was very popular last year. The club will hire busses to sophomores will be included, both of whom team to give the Freshmen experience so that were on the roster last year . . . Gus Mancuso get you to the games inexpensively. they will be good material for the jayvee next and Dick Devine. The jayvee will also include year. — five freshmen who, in the intra-mural competi­ An enthusiastic roster of thirteen players tion showed some good talent, namely Jack includes: Jack Van Wagenen, Ted Youlio, NOVEMBER PREVIEW Daley, Joe Covert, Dick Travis, Bill McCarter, and Jack VanWagenen. Dick Travis, Joe La Rossa, Frank De George, Nov. 1—AH Saints’ Day, Holyday of Obli­ Bill Me Carter, Joe Covert, Jack Daley, Bill gation. Here’s to the success of both teams. Robiscon, Joe La Falce, Jerry Laffin, Ron Stan­ Nov. 2—All Soul’s Day. ton, and Joe La Susa. Most of them have little Nov. 4—Election Day, School Holiday. or no experience in playing competitive basket­ Nov. 5, 6, 7—Quarterly Examinations. HIGHLAND ICE CREAM ball, but Brother Gregory feels confident that Nov. II—School Holiday. they will make a good showing. Nov. 25—Archconfraternity Meeting. CORP. Jack Daley Nov. 27—Thanksgiving Day. Nov. 26-Dec. 1—Thanksgiving Recess. TEL. 3539 Nov. 26—Alumni Game and Dance Following. 326 Robinson Ave. Newburgh

DANCE HAPPY BIRTHDAY! (Continued from page one) September E. W. JANSEN time we so thoroughly appreciate, namely Mrs. 2- Edmund Sharpe (14); 6-Gerry Laffin (14); John McKnight, Mrs. Joseph Cocchia, Mrs. 11-John Lowney (17); 13-Pat McIntyre (17); Good Clothing, Hats and Furnishings Charles Morieilo, Mrs. Earl Morse, and Mrs. 16-Dom Palisi (17); 16-Jerry Byrnes (17); 21-Jim Moran (16); 22-Tom Popowick (16); John Crawford. The monetary angle at the 19 WATER STREET door was controlled by our very able treasurer, 23-Bill McCarter (15); 26-Richie Urbanak (16); 28-Joe Covert (15). Dick Daley, and also by Jack Martin. The master of ceremonies was Martin Mc­ October Kneally, who introduced a good program of 1-Jim Clifford (15); 9-William Keenan (15); dances, including pyramid dancing, square 13-Fenton Downey (14); 31-Charles Haight. FRANK FINNEGAN dancing and ladies’ choices. i November Mayflower Storage Co. 3-Charlie Schneider (18); 16-Richard Mur- Senors See Brother Leo pry (15); 21-George Messenger (14); 27- Newburgh The Seniors, who were the last class he had Charlie Smith (15). before leaving, were delighted to see Brother Basil Leo, now of the Manhattan College facul­ ty who was visiting. Finally it is only fair that we thank the committee members, and in particular Jerry Cauda, general chairman, whose professional MEENAGH’S GRILL assistance and direction were indispensable to the success of the affair. GENE’S TAVERN FINE WINES AND LIQUORS Eugene Kessler, Prop. GALATI 3 So. Johnson St. Newburgh At Chambers and First Streets PHOTOGRAPHERS Newburgh NEWBURGH, N. Y. TEL. 3211 The Patrician Page Four ACTIVITIES-LIFELINE OF THE SCHOOL Get Behind Them - They ’re for Your Benefit and From the Enjoyment and Vital to a Good School Program EDITOR’S CHAIR by Dick Dillon by The Editor JUNIOR JOTTINGS

Don Glynn, Joe Fitzgerald and "Babe” Shee­ It is our considered opinion that when a han seemed to do alright at the Hallowe’en student becomes so averse to his daily school dance. Leo Ryan seems to have trouble balanc­ routine as to consider it a necessary evil, and ing his chair. Brother Edmund is now referring therefore refuses to join in the extra-curricular to Tom Dubois as Mr. Dressen. The other day activities of his school, he is ruining his high Brother Henry thought Leo Reilley was dead school career, and passing up things that, upon during French, but was relieved to find that investigation, he would find would afford him he was only sleeping. Jim Fanning is the "mas­ a tremendous amount of enjoyment and sat­ ter detective” of Newburgh in charge of car isfaction, and really give him a new lease on thieves. Dick Urbanak and Paul Evans are this necessary evil. planning to take over the Beacon theatre and Once again we have condolences to express show only cartoons. Rumor has it that Charlie Not Sports Alone on the part of the staff as well, I think, of the Byrnes, the "cross-country speedster” and student body. This month, we must ex end our Gene Marshall, the "court flash” will soon hold Of course, sports are included in the cate­ sympathy first of all to John Martin, a staunch a private race. gory of extra-curricular activity. All too often, member of the PATRICIAN staff and a won­ Joe Walsh however, students spend their time at basket­ derful guy and to his family, on the d ath of ball and track and baseball to the exclusion of his grandmo her, Mrs. William Martin. Second­ Telephone 2566 all other forms of activity, some of which de­ ly, the staff sends its condo'ences to Miss Joan finitely are of more lasting value than is any Smith on the death of her mother, Mrs. Flo­ W. C. CORNELL CO. sport. Many of you play basketball because rence Smith. Joan has always been a faithful Registered Jeweler you love it . . . you’d rather toss a basketball patron of our dances and proms, and she may at a net than eat. But this enthusiasm is quiet American Gem Society rest assured that she has our profound sym­ ... it turns into lethargy when you are asked pathy. Finally, to one of our new Freshman, 205 Main St. 45 Water St. to write a few lines for the school paper or to we wish to express these feelings that are so Beacon Newburgh spend some of your time on such a worthy pro­ difficult because, unless we have experienced ject as is the Glee Club. tragedy c'ose to us so early in life,we have no conception of its effect. To Francois Cross, of the class of ’56, our sympathy on the dea'h College Applications of his fa'her, Mr. William Cross. Unfor unately, If you were to ask any dean of admissions of a rather busy month for the obituary column. george f. McKneally Hope it is a long while before we must again the many colleges who every year become more mention a death close to any one of us. stringent in their acceptance of aspirants to a As of the writing of this article, I can tell college education, you would find that a men­ you of the wonderful outcome of the initial tion on your record card of participation in an Glee Club practice which Marty and I tried activity such as the school paper or the Glee to advertise throughout the school, and also Club carries a lot more weight with him than that the Senior dance of October 24 was beyond does jayvee or varsity basketball. And if you every one’s expectations . . . financially and Serve . . . underclassmen think it’s too early to start socially speaking. Congratulations to all who COSTA thinking about your college career, just ask were there for fine spirit and cooperation on any senior how fast those four years have gone, both efforts. PALE DRY GINGER ALE and how difficult the decisions are now! made with Real Jamaica Ginger SOPH SNAPS Nice going Dickie Devine and Gus Mancuso TOOHEY BROTHERS on making the Junior Varsity. The battle be. tween Tom Donahue (6 ft., V2 in.) and Ed Killmer (5 ft.,11 in.) for the honor of being the Funeral Chapel tallest in the class was upset by Jeff Hall (6 ft., 2 in). Fran Carey has competition for class co­ BEAR MOUNTAIN INN median from Charlie Morieilo. Congratulations Vic Pecore for the fine job in representing the Sophomores at the A. D. C. meeting. Lon Zim­ merman, a newcomer to the class, already has Dancing to Ray Nelson a beautiful trophy to remind him of his part COLLINS AND ADAMS v in making the Tigers the Intra-mural champs. Saturday Nites Good luck to the members of the track team, PAINTS AND VARNISHES viz. Donahue, Mancuso, Don Terry—varsity, and Kev Gilmore, Mike Kane, Jim Clifford, 194 Broadway Tel. 2718 and Fran Carey—Jayvees. Jim Clifford

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