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THE MOST REVEREND MARTIN MACNAMARA, D.D. Bishop of Jolief in Illinois
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RT. REV. AMBROSE ONDRAK
Abbot, St. Procopius Abbey President, St. Procopius College
The seventh volume of the PROCOPIAN is dedicated to . .
. . . FATHER THOMAS HAVLIK in recognition of the services he performs as Rector, and in appreciation of his enthusiastic contributions to the welfare and the progress of the students.
Newest Addition To Our Campus
JAEGAR HALL completed Dec. 7, 1951
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REV. BASIL C. KOLAR, O.S.B. A.B.
REV. STANLY G. VESELY, O.S.B. A.B., A.M.
REV. MATTHEW G. HERDA, O.S.B. A.B., B.S., M.S.
REV. ALEXIUS I. MACHACEK,
O.S.B.
AB., S.T.B., S.T.D.
REV. BRENDAN G. McGRATH,
O.S.B.
A.B., M.A.. S.T.L., S.T.D.
REV. VALENTINE SKLUZACEK
O.S.B.
A.B., M.A.
REV. PAUL A. PETRIK, O.S.B. A.B.
REV. MATHIAS L. KUCERA, O.S.B. A.B., M.F.A.
REV. JOSAPHAT J. POPOVICH,
O.S.B.
B.A.
REV. LEO C. VANCURA, O.S.B. A.B, A.M.
PR. GREGORY PETRUSKA, O.S.B. A.B.
FR. CHRISTIAN CAPLECHA, O.S.B. A.B.
FR. ANSELM ORLOSKY, O.S.B. A.B.
REV. JEROME DOBRY, O.S.B. A.B.
REV. VLADIMIR VANCIK S.T.D.
REV. HILARY S. JURICA, O.S.B.
A.B., M.S., Ph.D REV. EDMUND J. JURICA, O.S.B.
A.B., Ph.D. REV. EMILIAN SHONKA, O.S.B.
A.B. REV. ADOLPH E. HRDLICKA
A.B., S.T.B., S.T.D. REV. WILLIAM J. SHONKA, O.S.B.
A.B., A.M., Ph.D REV. CHARLES W. KOLEK, O.S.B.
A.B., A.M.
REV. CHRYSOSTOM J. TARASEVITCH, O.S.B, REV. ATHANASIUS J. REZEC, O.S.B.
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REV. MAUR J. DLOUHY, O.S.B.
A.B,, J.C.B., J.CL., J.C.D. REV. JUSTIN J. SPODEN, O.S.B.
A.B., M.S. DR. FREDERICK TOENNINES
Mus. D. MISS ROSE A. CARNEY
B.S., M.S. MR. JOHN F. R. KUCK
B.S., M.S., Ph.D. DR. JOSEPH M. G. BERREDO
Ph. D. MR. MILO HARSHBARBER
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S.G. WJ3 established to create harmony bens-een the college and the academy and to unify school activities. It has done well this past vear. S.G. has also done a great deal in having the students take an active part in the administration of school activities.
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appointed you that you should go and hear fruit . . . that
whatever you ask the Father in my name he may give yuu.
John XV, 16
This year again was a very significant one for St. Procopius Seminary. Ten young men, one of the largest classes ordained from our seminary, have answered the call of their Master and were ordained priests on May 22nd in the Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet, Illinois. These young men became priests of the Most High and will dedicate their lives to the great work in the vineyard of the Lord. They will be fishers of men. They will work for the salva- tion of the souls entrusted to their care. Ordained for the diocese of Joliet, and Lincoln, for St. Procopius Abbey, and for the newly founded Byzantine-Rite, Holy Trinity Priory, they have ventured forth from the hallowed walls of St. Procopius as did the Apostles from the Supper Chamber, to preach Christ Crucified.
Since its foundation in 1914, St. Procopius Seminary has been dedicated to the training of young men for the Holy Priesthood. Of special importance was the work of preparing shepherds for the faithful of various European tongues who immigrated to this country from across the sea. During those many years since 1914 many dioceses have been given assistance in this way.
In 1926, at the request of the Most Rev. Basil Takach, Bishop of the Pittsburgh diocese of the Byzantine-Slovanic Rite, St. Procopius Seminary began to operate its own seminary in Pittsburg, making it possible for St. Procopius to make its facilities available to the fast- growing diocese of Joliet. Nevertheless, since 1934, when St. Procopius Abbey founded the Benedictine Order of the Eastern Rite, the young men belonging to that branch of the Bene- dictine Order are educated at St. Procopius Seminary. Here, also, young Benedictine monks are educated for the future missionary work in schismatic and communist Russia.
Although the Seminary department had sixty students this year, the number of diocesan seminarians was only twenty-six. Several clerics of St. Augustine's Abbey in Aurora have been commuting to our Seminary and St. Procopius Abbey had a large number of clerics. Besides the four diocesan seminarians ordained to the priesthood, there were two 2nd theologians, seven 1st theologians; four 2nd and nine 1st philosophers.
The seminarians have a beautiful, exclusive campus east of the college campus. Here they play golf, baseball, football, tennis and horseshoes. Since the theologians and philosophers were equally divided they normally played against each other. Occasionally, however, they did have an opportunity to challenge others. They played basketball against MaryknoU Semi- nary of Glen Ellyn, the Minor Seminary of Westmont, and the Sacred Heart Mission Semi- nary of Geneva. During the winter season, they were able to enjoy themselves in pingpong, billiards, chess and cards in their large recreation room on the fourth floor of the main build- ing. On Saturday mornings and Sunday nights they were free to use the bowling and basket- ball facilities in the college gymnasium.
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REV. AMBROSE J. WANG, O.S.B., 42, was born in Hopei, China. He was ordained in Joliet, Illinois, by from Catholic University of Peiping, He was ordained in Joliet, Illinois, by the most Rev. Martin D. McNam- ara on May 22nd. He said his First Solemn Mass at the college chapel of St. Procopius.
REV. TIMOTHY R. MARCEAU, O.S.B., attended both his high school and college days at St. Procopius. He received his B.A. in 1948. Father Timothy said his First Solemn Mass at St. Ambrose Church in Gross Pointe Park, Michigan.
The students have known Fr. Tim- othy for his services he has performed as moderator of the Campus Dark Room and the St. Wenceslaus Servers' Society. He was born in 1924.
REV. EUGENE J. UTLAK, O.S.B., Deacon. Age 26. Died February 7, 1952, R.I.P.
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REV. JAMES R. SAUL, O.S.B., was born on March 22, 1924, in Chi- cago. He completed his four years of high school and college at St. Pro- copius. He entered the local Bene- dictine novitiate in 1944 and made his solemn vows on September 2, 1948. Fr. James was ordained on May 22, 1952. He offered up his First Solemn High Mass on May 25, 1952 in St. Mary of Celle Church, Berwyn, Illi- nois.
REV. ALBAN C. HREBIC, O.S.B., 25, popular among the students be- cause of their contact with him as a music instructor. Fr. Alban was a student at St. Procopius. He was ordained by The Most Rev. Martin McNamara on May 22, 1952. He said his First Solemn Mass at St. Michael's Church.
His further studies will be at the Chicago Conservatory of Music.
REV. ALEXANDER J. MEN- CHICK, O.S.B., 25, of St. Procopms Abbey, was ordained by Bishop Dan- iel Ivancho, D.D. He celebrated his First Solemn High Mass at St. John Cathedral, Munhall, Pennsylvania. He entered the Benedictine novitate in 1944 and was awarded his B.A. de- gree in 1948. Father then pursued his studies at St. Procopius Seminary. He is one of the monks who will help found a new monastery at Holy Trin- ity Priory in Pittsburg, Pa.
REV. JOHN V. LES CANEC, 26, was ordained on May 31, 1952 at St. Mary's Cathedral, Lincoln, Nebraska, by The Most Rev. Bishop Louis B. Kucera. He said his first Mass at St. Mary's Church in Riverside, Illi- nois on June the eighth. Fr. John is a priest of the Diocese of Lincoln, Nebraska.
REV. 'WILLIAM F. SMITH, born
on October 27, 1926, said his First Solemn Mass at the Resurrection Church in Chicago, Illinois. He at- tended Quingley, St Columban and St. Procopius. He was ordained at St. Raymond's Cathedral. He is a priest of the Joliet diocese.
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REV. JAMES J. STORM, 25, at- tended college at St. Joseph's, St. Bede Junior College, St. Ambrose. His seminary days were spent at St. Paul and St. Procopius. Father James was ordained in St. Raymond's Cathedral, Joliet, Illinois. His first Mass was said on May 25, 1952 at St. Patricks Church, Peoria, Illinois.
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REV. FABIAN F. PAKOSTA, O.S.B., 26, said his First Solemn High Mass at Holy Trinity Church, Haugen, 'Wisconsin. He had been previously ordained by The Most Rev. Martin D. McNamara, D.D., Bishop of Joliet. Father Fabian was a prefect so many students knew him well. He received his B.A. in 1947 and has spent two summer sessions at Loras College for the study of French.
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First row, left to right: J. Ducaji, N, Nowicki, W. Smitli, J, LesCanec, J. Storm, J. DriscoU. Second row: T. Brest, J. Duffy, V. Arimond, J. Burns, L. Guy, G. Hurley, T. Fleming.
First row, left to right: D. Ryan, L. Plese, L. Francouer, E. O'Leary. Second row: J. Kracmer, J. Lowery, T. Clark, B. Toomey, J Scanlon, W. Specht, V. Rudden, W. Smith, R. Leigh.
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REV. GILBERT LAKETEK, O.S.B.
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REV. PAUL PETRIK, O.S.B.
REV. MATTHEW HERDA, O.S.B.
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First row: Yea, R., Vilimek, R., Hazdra, J., Sheen, T. Second row: Kovack, R., Quesada, R., Kopas, A., Vesely, R. Third row: Soltrs, R., Bousco, J., Blanek, F., laffaldona, R.
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FR. P. HONNER
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C. KOFILE
Bachelor of Arts McKeesport, Pa.
R. KREIL
Bachelor of Arts Chicago, Illinois
R. JANSLEY
Bachelor of Arts Pilsen, Czechoslovakia
P. JASURDA
Bachelor of Arts Philips Wis.
F. MONTGOMERY
Bachelor of Arts Bativa, Illinois
R. MARKUS Bachelor of Arts '
Cleveland, Ohio
F. MARTINKENAS Bachelor of Arts Chicago, Illinois
E. MELOCHE
Bachelor of Arts Chicago, Illinois
H. NILLES
Bachelor of Science Aurora, Illinois
J. NOVAK
Bachelor of Arts
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R. NOVAK
Bachelor of Arts Riverside, Illinois
E. O'Leary
Bachelor of Arts Chicago, Illinois
L. PLESE
Bachelor of Arts Wilmington, Illinois
J. PURCELL
Bachelor of Arts Aurora, Illinois
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Bachelor of Arts Chicago, Illinois
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WILLIAM J. HAGSTROM Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 3. 4
Football 4
Holy Name 3, 4
Annual 3, 4
Class Treasurer 4
EDW ARD J. KALINSKI Chicago Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3
Football 4
F.S. Basketball 1, 2
Basketball 3, 4
Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 1, 2, 3, 4
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Oblates 1
Class Vice President 1, 2
Class Secretary .- 4
Bowling 2, 3, 4
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PAUL J. SIU New Rochelle, N.Y.
Intramurals 1, 2
Football 3, 4
F.S. Basketball 2
Basketball 3, 4
Baseball 2, 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 2, 3, 4
Servers 1, 2, 3. 4
Annual Editor 2, 3. 4
Hobby Shop 1
Class President 4
Class Treasurer 2
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MELVIN G. BENES Chicago. Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3
Football 4
F.S. Basketball l, 2
Basketball 3, 4
Baseball 2,3,4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 2, 3, 4
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3
Bowling 2, 3
Class Vice President 3, 4
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GEORGE A. LARGE New York, New York
Intramurals 3
Holy Name 3, 4
Annual Editor 3, 4
SG 4
Bowling 3, 4
Hobby Shop 3, 4
Camera Club 4
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Intramurals 1, 2
Football 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3, 4
Hobby Shop 1
Bowling 3, 4
P.N 4
Procopian Players 4
JOHN P. ADAMS Waukegan, Illinois
Intramurals 4
Holy Name 4
Bowling 4
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JOSEPH C, BUDz' Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3
Football 4
Basketball 3, 4
F. S. Basketball 2, 3. 4
Baseball 2, 3,4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3, 4
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Class President 3
S.G 4
Bowling 2, 3, 4
GEORGE S. BURESH Dickinson, North Dakota
Intramurals 1
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Servers 1 2, 3, 4
Annual 2, 3, 4
P.N 1, 2, 3,4
Dark Room 1, 2 3, 4
Camera Club 4
Hobby Shop 1, 2
ERHARD DIEM
Vienna, Austria
Holy Name 4
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DONALD L. DWIEL Des Plaines, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4
Football 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3, 4
Servers 1,2, 3, 4
Bowling 3, 4
JOHN M. DORICH Weirton, West Virginia
Intramurals 2
Holy Name 2, 3, 4
Servers 3, 4
JOSEPH M, GRIGUS Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4
Football 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Hobby Shop l
Servers 2, 3, 4
Bowling 2
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DANIEL E. HANLON Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1,2,3,4
Football 2, 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 3, 4
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HOWARD F. HURT Berwyn, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 1,2,3,4
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Class Treasurer 3
Bowling 2, 3, 4
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MICHAEL A. JURGOVSKY Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4
Football 2, 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 3, 4
Bowling 3, 4
JOHN J. KOZEL Gary, Indiana
Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4
Football 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Bowling 2, 3, 4
JORGE HERNANDEZ
Barba Heudia, Costa Rica
Holy Name 4
RONALD W. JELSKY Lisle, Illinois
Intramurals ..- 1, 2, 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3,4
PETER F. KELLY Lisle, Illinois
Intramurals 3, 4
Holy Name 3, 4
Bowling 3, 4
MILES F. McATEE Downers Grove, Illinois
Intramurals 2, 4
Football 3, 4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
TIMOTHY F. McGUIRE Westchester, Illinois
Intramurals 4
Holy Name 4
Bowling , 4
PETER P. MEEGAN Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 4
Football 4
Holy Name 4
EDWIN A. NYKAZA Oak Lawn, Illinois
Intramurals 2, 3, 4
Football 2, 3, 4
Basketball 3, 4
Holy Name 2, 3, 4
Servers 2, 3, 4
Annual 3
Bowling 3
PAUL A. PELY Toledo, Ohio
Intramurals 1,2,3,4
Holy Name 1, 2, 3,4
Servers 1, 2, 3, 4
Bowling 2, 3, 4
LEONARD E. RAMBOW Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4
Baseball 2. 3,4
F.S. Basketball 2
Holy Name 1, 2, 3,4
Orchestra 2, 3
Servers 'I, 2, 3, 4
Annual 3
Bowling 1,2,3,4
Letterman 3, 4
RICHARD J. TABOLA Chicago, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4
Football 3, 4
F.S. Basketball 2
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Orchestra 2, 3, 4
Servers 3, 4
Bowling 1, 2, 3, 4
P.N 4
RONALD J. WINTERS Downers Grove, 111.
Intramurals 1, 2, 3
Football 1, 2. 3, 4
F.S. Basketball 2
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 2, 3, 4
Class President 1, 2
Annual 2, 3
P.N 2
Procopian Players 3, 4
Orchestra 2
JOSEPH G. YOUNG La Grange, Illinois
Intramurals 1, 2
Football 3, 4
Baseball 3, 4
Basketball 3. 4
F.S. Basketball 1, 2
Holy Name 1, 2, 3, 4
Letterman 3. 4
Class Treasurer 1
Annual 2, 3
S.G 2, 3
Orchestra 2
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It's "all aboard" on the Rose-Ann-Tom Model Railroad as the Diesel (HO gauge) eases away from the station and winds its way over six miles of right of way, controlled by twenty- five blocks. This year the Club finished the wiring of the automatic block system which " allows six separate trains to be operated simul- taneously without danger of collision. Michael Wehling is "Brass Hat."
EDITOR Edward T. Chowaniec
SPORTS SECTION M. Novak, J. Urban, J. Bud2.
The 1952 PROCOPIAN staff, headed by Editor Edward Chowaniec, early in the year set itself a goal — an Annual that would be truly representative of the 1951-1952 scholastic year. It was to recall the victories together with the defeats, the laugh and the tear, the scholar and the athlete. But it would not suffice to simply record the events. This must be done in a surpassing manner, organized and unified, and presenetd in an attractive and inviting book.
The staff necessarily built upon the memorable events of the year, yet it found room for many of those informal moments that warm the heart when they are recalled. The Ordinand and Graduate especially were emphasized, since they are the noble result of much of the institution's activity. But the Athlete, too, and the activity seeker will find their contributions to the educational program included.
The design and presentation of the Annual was to reflect the maturing status of the Procopian as an accepted campus activity. By a lavish use of color and illustration, the staff was able to discharge its duties in a most dramatic way. The exclusive aerial view, which forms the end-sheets of the volume, is typical of the originality and technique which characterize the 1952 Procoptian.
An important phase in the successful promotion of the 1952 Procopian was ex- citing student interest in the annual. Since the book had been published for several years, it began to be taken for granted. To encourage subscriptions and the soliciting of advertising, the staff employed posters, a contest, and made use of the regular student assemblies. In a great measure, even the financial support of the book is due to the earnest and zealous efforts of the Procopian business managers, William Hagstrom, and Richard Kreil.
The staff will feel it has done its work well if, as often as you study the pages of the 1952 Procopian, you will be moved to say — "A great year, at a great school."
ADMINISTRATION and CLASS EDITOR Paul Siu
Edward Dabcosky Treasurer
Robert Smith ; Business Manager
William Haptrom Advertising Manager
Richard Kreil Salesman
ACTIVITIES SECTION G. Large, A. Nemec
PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT
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Artist J. Tourek J. Budz R. Pliska
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The Homecoming weekend of October 13 began when the Procopians gathered at the traditional bon fire and pep rally. During the ceremonies, Coach Ike Harshberger, Ath- letic Director, Father Gilbert Laketek, and Rector, Father Thomas Havlik, expressed the school's feeling for victory.
On the day of the game, the pepped up Procopians had enough voice to inspire a rally and see St. Procopius battle favored Northwestern of Watutown, Wisconsin, to a 6 to 6 deadlock.
After the game was over the alumni, faculty and students closed the event with a homecoming party at the gymnasium.
PROCQPIAN NEWS
Vol. XXI, No. 6
St. Procopius College and Academy, Lisle, 111.
17, 1952
MODERATOR P. Adolph Hrdlicka
EDITOR
Edward Komechak
The P.N. began its twenty-first year by being published every three weeks in order to provide a fresher presentation of campus news to the students. While most ot the work in publishing the Procopian News is done by the students from both the college and the academy, Father Adoyph Hrdlicka, who has just completed his 18th year as moderator and who is wholeheartedly interested in the staff's activities, is just as anxious to score a scoop or count out a clever headline.
During the 20 years of publication, the Procopian News has- been instrumental in promoting all the students' activities, publishing abbey events and seeking to keep a close contact between the alumni and their Alma Mater. In addition, the Procopian News has fostered good sportsmanship among the students, not only for the ball field but also for life, and likewise, has been responsible for developing a definite school spirit.
The staff members of the Procopian News deserve to be complimented on an outstand- ing job of reporting. College Sophomore Edward Komechak worked tirelessly as editor- in-chief of the school paper. He has done much to modernize the P.N. and make it an interesting report of school activities
Sitting: Soltis, J., Riepis, J., Kovach, R., Hufnagel, T., Tomaga, F. Second row, standing: Pliska, B., Randall, D., Quiros, R., Kundrat, J., Lawler, T., Orabik, G. Third row, stand- ing: Lerch, B., Klenda, H., Lambur, J.
Sitting: Business Manager, Verespej, A,, Feature Editor, Joyce, E,, Alumni Editor, Hay- danek, R., News Editor, Supena, R., Sports Editor, Radvansky, J., Photographer, Bureush, G.
Cameras, flashbulbs, tripods, the long train of equipment is on the march. We have a Camera Club now, and it looks as if it is going to stay. This first year has been spent mostly in organization, and by the untiring efforts of our Moderator, Father Luke, and our President, Ray May, the Camera Club has a bright future. This is not merely a club for the College, but a combination of the College, High School and Seminary. Contests have been sponsored, lectures given on various phases of photographic technique, and many opportunities have been given to put this knowledge into practice. Keep your eye on this group, many new and interesting projects have been planned for the years to come.
Left to right: R. Pliska, M. Wehling, F. Reinke, J. Cunningham, E. Joyce. Second row: H. Studer, J. Burtrand, J. McConnel, J. Maylander, G. Buresh.
The purpose of philosophy is to develop in its devotees love for wisdom. The students of philosophy are not con- tent to leave this subject of wisdom in the classroom. They now have an active organization on the campus, holding informal meetings to debate certain philosophical topics of mutual interest. Through this club the members have an opportunity to treat more completely opinions and ideas, subjects and problems that originated in the classes or are discovered in daily life.
Through the tireless efforts of the Chairman, Don Schei- ber and Moderator, Father Denis, the Philosophy Club has become one of the more active groups on the Cam- pus. However, any organization is only as good as its mem- bers make it, and the members of this club have comple- mented the efforts of their leaders with sincere interest and active participation. As long as St. Procopius is blessed with students such as compose the Philosophy Club, there need be no fears of intellectual stagnation.
Sitting: Chairman, Schieber, D. Standing, left to right: Bicek, H., Fulton, J., Komechak, E., Pankratz, W., Reinke, F., Zasadil, J., Harper, R.
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The Procopian Pl.iycrs, oik of the best organized and most active groups on the cam- pus, scored a hit with tiic ta|l presentation of Ramshackle Inn. a blend of mystery and comedy. |
Ramshackle Inn centeredjabout the activities of ex-librarian Belinda Pryde. The story (clK wliat happens to the df3 maid librarian when she buys a hotel of questionable repute complete with runi-niniKTs, bootleggers, an ex-convict, and even a murderer. Beatrice PodBSy, assfielinda, appeared in her fifth show and the best performance of any lead actress to d.uc. Richard laffaldano appeared as Patoon, a stealthy ex-rough hotel clerk. A new-comer to the Players, he did a splendid job of portraying the male lead. Patoon was seen to engage in other activities besides taking care of the hotel, such as murder and bootlegging.
This year the campus' Thespian group adopted a new policy of having matinees. Two afternoon performances were staged for the benefit of those who had found it difficult to attend the evening shows. The entire gym had to be "blacked out," so that the matinees could be staged.
The Procopian Players are under the able direction, of Father Mathias Kucera, OSB. His assistants of the directional staff are college Freshmen Ray Rigovsky and Ron Supena.
PLAYERS
First row, left to right: Jack Slown, Roger Perry, Ray Rigorsky, Ron Supena, Edwin Joyce, Ward Pank- ratz. Second row: Richard laffal- dano, Creighton Zassadil, John Sol- tiss, Henry Kotun .
PUBLICITY Back row: J. Lester, Jim Lenin, Ed. Joyce, Bob Vesely, Dav RandalL Front row: W. Sphan, Paul Jasurda, Norbert Bawig, Harlod Bicek, Hen- ry Kotun.
STAGE CREW Left to right: R. Kreil, R. Novak, Fr. B. Kovach, R. Perry, J. Dennis soff. Second row: Kovach, R. Ko vack, W. Jenson, R. Kauffmann, J McConnell, R. Apolloni, D. Abel E. Kundrat. Third row: J. Hruska, W. Lester, D. Kovac, R. Ujka.
Dr. Frederick Toeniges Director
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Resuming the practice of former years, the school orchestra is once again made up of students, Fathers, clerics and brothers. This practice of combining the clergy with the students had been discontinued at St. Procopius for the past several years, but the music department has decided that the student section would have much from which to benefit if they had an experienced group to work with. Needless to say — in view of this year's performances — this combination has met with decided success.
In addition to the Senior orchestra, the music department also includes a junior group. This is divided into two sections: a string group and a wind group, both of which are under the tutorship of the musical directors. Members of the junior orchestra are chosen on the basis of their musical aptitude which is indicated by a special test given to every new student at St. Procopius. Here they serve a form of apprenticeship prior to their admittance to the senior group.
The Senior orchestra, dierected by Dr. Frederick Toeniges, has presented two concerts over the course of the school year The first, a fall concert held at St. Procopius gym audi- torium was received with much applause by both students and visitors alike. The second, a fall concert held in conjunction with the Naperville Glee Club, also under the direction of Dr. Toeniges, was welcomed with even more acclaim since the orchestra was now a seasoned musical body with seven months of hard work behind it.
The success of the orchestra was possible only because of the splendid cooperation and efforts of both the group itself and Dr. Toeniges, its director.
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The Science Club is composed of college students who are majoring in chemistry, phy- sics, or mathematics. The monthly meetings are concentrated on these three topics. Each speaker chooses one phase of a topic and explains it thoroughly. In this way a specific problem is discussed to the benefit of the students as well as the speaker who furthers his knowledge of the field into which he intends to enter.
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Books are more than paper and ink, cloth and glae — they are the custodians of truth and beauty throughout the ages. The greatest ideas of the greatest minds await the at- tention of eager young minds. While each generation benefits by the experience of civi- lization's centuries, none fails to add its own mite for unborn generations. Little wonder, then, that the library is the hearth about which the intellectual life of the collegiate com- munity gathers.
The first function of the libarary is to preserve the best. Under the personal and ex- perienced attention of Father Adolph Hrdlika, OSB, the library has grown from just a pile of books into an efficient and balanced collection of forty thousand volumes, each selected because it has a place in the education of young men. These books are augmented by over 150 periodicals in all fields of culture and science. And, in recent years, Micro- Film and Micro-Card equipment enables students to use publications available in these media. Experience confirms the compliments of recognized authorities that for an institu- tion of this size, the library collection is among the best.
Yet a hungry man can starve in a well-stocked larder if he cannot get at the precious food. So, too, service through organization, instruction, and circulation is essential if a library is to truly serve its role in education. The use of a standard catalogue system, under the constant and patient care of Father Vitus Buresh, OSB, enables an item to be located in the matter of seconds. The educational program, taught as a part of the English courses, introduces and trains the collegian in the proper use of library tools. A supervised staff of student-librarians is always on duty to handle the requests of the students.
The pleasant decor and atmosphere of the library encourage use of the library facilities.
Attractive displays of current magazines and new book acquisitions invite examination.
Quiet and comfortable nooks allow a relaxed perusal of a novel or news-magazine, while
spacious and we!'-'' '-'bles encourage the ambitions of the scholar. Convenient location
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Characteristic of a Benedictine institution are the Oblates of St. Benedict. This organization is unique on the campus in that it boasts no material benefits to its membership. The prime purpose of the Oblates of St. Benedict is to give greater praise to God and to gain greater spiritual benefits for themselves. It is in reality an exserction of the Bene- dictine family to the laity.
The Oblates congregate in the Students' Chapel every Sunday to chant their Divine Office, and meet regularly for instructions on how to follow the teachings of St. Benedict towards a more perfect way of life. Although membership in this organization does not involve the making of vows, it is expected that the Oblates adhere to their promises of fullfillment of their duties.
First row, left to right: Komechak, E., Kundrat, D., Holup, J., Perry, R., Zeleznik, R. Second row: Martin, R., Lennon, J., Pankratz, W., Barwig, N., Verespej, A., Hardesty, E. Third row; Reinke, F., Ondrak, B., Joyce, E., Poch J.
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Seated, left to right: Dr. S. Krupka, President; Rt. Rev. Abbot Ambrose W. Kovac, Sr., retiring president. Standing: Rev. Valentine Skluzacek, O.S.B., Treasurer; N. Esser, Vice President; J. Miles, Recording Secretary; Rev. Mathias Kucera, O.S.B., Executive Secretary.
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The St. Procopius College Alumni Association was re-organized this year, and on the basis of its operation through the past year, promises to be a permanent and successfully functioning organization.
In August of 1951, Abbot Ambrose appointed Father Mathias Kucera, O.S.B., as Executive Secretary of the association. Since the terms of office of the last set of officers had expired, Father Mathias called a meeting of the association for October 27.
A revised constitution and by-laws were unanimously ratified and an Executive Board was elected according to the new constitution at this meeting. The new Board members, whose term of office will expire on June 30, 1953, are: Dr. Stanley Krupka, President; Nicholas Esser, Vice President; John Miles, Recording Secretary; Rev. Valentine Skluzacek, O.S.B., Treasurer; Rev. Mathias Kucera, O.S.B., Executive Secretary; William Kovac, Sr., Joseph Rodino, Thmoas Fitzmaurice, Rev. Stanley Vesely, O.S.B., Rev. Albert Ondriska, O.S.B.
The first affair sponsored by this new Executive Board was a series of four smokers: in Aurora on January 25, on Chicago's South Side on January 26, in Gary, Indiana on February 2 and in Berwyn on February 8. All were successful, and accomplished their main purpose of re-uniting alumni who had not seen each other for years.
Since January, each issue of the Procopian News has been sent to Alumni in Service by first class mail with the compliments of the Associaiton.
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Robert Smith, M.C. of the annual Student Government Amateur Night, stepped out to mtroduce the twenty acts featuring the top talent on the campus.
The program, master-mmded by Bob Novak, brought to light singers and dancers, magicians and comedians, until then unnoticed on the campus. As the sound of the gong or applause concluded each act, the judges' voted and added tallies.
Richard Tabola won first place with his deft accordion playing. The trio of comic stars Edward Dabcosky, Creighton Zasadil, and John Fulton, placed second. Third place was taken by the singing quartet of Andy Kemtz, Ward Pankratz, Leo Zelesnik, and Jim Lennon. The Gang-land Doings won the fourth place for the team of Dick Duhon, Tom Lawler, Gus Drabik and Jerry Stano. Peter Nguyem secured the fifth place for playing the Indo-China national anthem on his harmonica.
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First row, left to right: C. Zasadil, J. Schubert, J, Purcell, B. Ondrak, R. Bleskan, Coach Harshbarger, R. Duhon, J. Stano, E. Dabcosky, P. Ondrak, J. Collins. Second row: J. Nordbye,'j. McGucken, R. Martin, D. Hinkel, D. Kovan, B. Kane, W. Lerch, R. Denoyer, J. Fahey, L. Blum, assistant coach. Third row:T. Lawler, G. Drabik, N. Olson, E. Meluch, H. Bicek, D. Zak, V. Holzhall, W. Guinea, F. Reinke, J. Stalzer. Top row: Fr. Gilbert, Athletic Director, M. Kelchak, D. Sagen, J. Costello, E. Bouska, R. Browne, E. Poff, E. Wojciechowski.
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The year 1951 marked the most successful season since 1935 in the history of the Col- lege football team. Under the capable handling of Coach Milo Harshbarger, the Cardinal eleven finished third place in the conference with an impressive record of three wins, one defeat, and two ties. The team lost their only non-conference game to Eureka. They were hampered by bad weather conditions and a series of injuries. This year's squad sported an excellent record, but more important than that was the fighting spirit of every indi- vidual member of the team.
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Gabriel Benyo Manager
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S.P.C 12
S.P.C 6
S.P.C 6
S.P.C 6
S.P.C 44
S.P.C 19
S.P.C 6
OPPONENTS
♦Wisconsin Tech 0
♦Mission House 0
*Milton 19
♦Northwestern 0
♦Aurora 6
♦Concordia 19
Eureka 13
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Munster, Indiana Varsity — 3 years
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Streator, Illinois Varsity — 3 years
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John Urban Pottstown, Penn. Varsity — 2 years
Ken Meyers
Chicago, Illinois Varsity — 2 years
The Cardinals, thought by many to be unpredictable, proved themselves the out- standing ball club they really were. Des- pite a few bad breaks the Cards still came up on top with an 8-7 record for the season. This was the Cards' third suc- cessful season under Coach Milo Harsh- barger.
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Dubuque, Iowa Varsity — 1 year
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Brookfield, Illinois Varsity — I year
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Kankakee, Illinois
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Gus Drabik
Belmont, Illinois Varsity — 1 year
Jim Kaspar Chicago, Illinois Varsity — 2 years
John McGucken
Bancroft, West Virginia
Varsity — 1 year
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S.P.C 56
S.P.C 56
S.P.C 46
S.P.C 59
S.P.C 43
S.P.C 49
S.P.C 54
S.P.C 73
S.P.C 47
S.P.C 48
S.P.C 45
S.P.C 65
S.P.C 57
S.P.C 72
S.P.C 60
43 Fournier
60 Mission House
65 Eureka
40 Fournier
39 Northwestern
73 Concordia
49 Northwestern B.S.
71 Wis. Tech
40 Aurora
59 Concordia
51 Wis. Tech
84 Milton
58 Wis. Ext.
54 Eureka
49 Aurora
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First row, left to right :C. Leyden, E. Stober, J. Otawka, J. Budz, T. Boraca, T. Rawlings, J. Kozel. Second row: L. Blum, M. Wolf, D. Dowling, J. Mrkvicka, E. Nykaza, J. Kelly, D. Hanyzewski, N. Zabrinas, Mgr. Third row: P. Siu, M. Benes, J. Young, R. Brown, D. Hanlon, M. Jurgovsky, C. Fiynn, B. Jana, Mgr. Fourth row: W. Hagstrom, R. Tabola, J. Grigus, D. Abel, D. Dwiel, P. Meegan, E. Kalinski, R. Merwick, Mgr.
The Academy varsity sporting a new name and a new coach won their first game of the season in fine form but lost their next four games and finished the season with a tie in a non-conference game. The team finished in last place in the North-East Catholic Con- ference. Though the Cards' record was not impressive, a competitive sport never failed to flourish throughout the season. Praise is due to Red, Lum, whose incentive kept the Cards ■fighting all the way.
The Academy opened their 1951 Foot- ball season with an impressive 12-0 vic- tory over St. Edward's of Elgin. After a scoreless first half, the Redbirds crossed the line twice in the second half.
The Academy squad shifted to a sin- gle wing offense against St. Thomas of Rockford, but to no avail as they lost to a score of 14-2.
St. Mary's of 'Woodstock's wide open style of play proved to be the losing fac- tor for the Procopians in their 12-0 loss at Memorial Field. The aggressive visi- tors pushed over both touchdowns in the first half.
In the Homecoming Day battle the Jr. Cards met the speedy conference champs, Maryville of Des Plaines, and went down in defeat by a 32-6 score.
The Junior Cards were decisively beaten by the Knights of the Immaculate Con- ception in a 27-0 brawl at Elmhurst. The Procopians played a good game but were hampered by fumbles throughout the con- test.
The Academy varsity finished the sea- son on a successful note as they tied York- ville 7-7 on Yorkville's home field.
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Chicago, Illinois
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Joe Budz
Chicago, Illinois
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The Reciwings ended their season with a 4-10 record. The record, however, is no sign of their spirit and talent. Proof of this was seen in the Woodstock game which the Redwings won 51-47. Hats off to Coach Ike Harshbarger for another grand season of coaching.
John Lepp
Gary, Indiana
Frosh-Soph — 2 years
Junior-Senior — 1 year
Bob Brown
Chicago, Illinois
Frosh-Soph — 2 years
Junior-Senior — 1 year
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S.P.A 30
S.P.A 56
S.P.A 48
S.P.A 52
S.P.A 60
S.P.A 34
S.P.A 49
S.P.A 54
S.P.A 23
S.P.A 39
S.P.A 48
S.P.A 61
S.P.A 51
S.P.A 40
46 Elmhurst
32 Rockford
65 Orland P.
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64 MaryT,'ille
36 Elmhurst
57 Rockford
69 Elgin
31 Lemont
66 Elgin
39 Maryville
62 Lemont
47 Woodstock
59 Orland P.
Joe Young
La Grange, Illinois
Frosh-Soph — 2 years
Junior-Senior — 2 years
Ed. Kalinski
Chicago, Illinois
Frosh-Soph — 2 years
Junior-Senior — 2 years
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Nick Zabrinas
Chicago, Illinois
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New Rochelle, N.Y.
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Ed. Nykaza
Oak Lawn, Illinois
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S.P.A 24
S.P.A 26
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S.P.A 39
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S.P.A 37
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43 Elgin
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The college intramural season started off with a bang and ended in the same fashion. Good spirit, determined playing, and a flare for comedy were the points which made the league so interesting. The intramural season was guided by Fathers Gilbert, Matthew, and Paul. Mention should be given to the student referees who turned amateur for the season.
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This year marked one of the most suc- cessful bowling seasons The alleys were kept in excellent condition, thanks to Fr. Edward and his helpers.
The leagues were played with much enthusiasm and enjoyment and the com- petitive spirit was very high.
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Besser Drug Store
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Bom's Service Station, Naperville
Mr. and Mrs. John Burchardt
Bradleys Drug Store, Lumbard
Mrs. Mary Bzdiski
Mrs. M. Cavanaugh
Mr. and Mrs. George Cerniuk
Coast to Coast Stores, Naperville
Day & Grizell, Naperville
Downers Grove Rexall Drugs
Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Ewing
Mr. and Mrs. Haydonek
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hruska
Miss Lonetia Hruska
Rev. Edward M. Hughes
Dr. John loratti Aurora
Jacks Grocery and Meats
Mrs. Kathryn Janasik
Jefferson Cafe, Naperville
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kaufmann
Kieners Shoe Service, Naperville
Mr. and Mrs. J. Kmetz
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Kopilash
Mr. Walter Ksycki
Mr. and Mrs. Leo Ksyski
Philip J. Kuhl, Contractor, Lisle
Mr. and Mrs. John Lari
Mr. and Mrs. James Linhart
Lisle Cab Co.
Lisle Photo & Hobby Shop
Little Gift Shop, Lisle
Miss Alma Mage
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Matko
Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Martin
Mr. Joseph Moravecek
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First row. left to right: J. Soltis, R. Leigh, J. Cabala, W. Janoskey. Second row: J. Urban, M. Kelchak, G. Hudak, B. Ondrak. Third row: Coach Milo Harshbarger, D. Duhon, L. Plese, R. Martin.
Never before had the postwar college baseball team a more successful year. On the team there was definitely good talent as it can be seen by the sharpness of contrast between some of the players. In all this was a good team, well above par.
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First row, left to right: J. Buc, E. Aeschilman, J. Budz, M. Benes, L. Rambow, J. Budz, R. Trelo. Second row: P. Siu, E. Kalinski, J. Mrkvicka, D. Hanysewski, G. Oravec, R. Winters. Third row: J. Urban, Assistant Coach; Rev. Stanley Vessely, Coach; B. Jana, Manager.
Like the New York Yankees, the Red Wings are a team with great spirit. Its Coach, Father Stanley fielded a team of more veterans than ever before. Its one victory was no sign that they lack skill. This may be the last of an era of St. Procopius Academy Baseball.
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Rt. Rev. Ambrose Ondrak, President of St. Procopius College, conferred the honorary degree of doctor of law to the Very Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Wagner, who delivered the main address.
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The Procopian Players proved they are above the amateur level in overcoming difficulties in their last performance. Less than 24 hrs. before curtain time Nancy Aeschliman, female lead of "Ten Little Indians," developed an acute case of laryngitis. Former Procopian Players actress Mary Himes was immediately contacted to play the part. She did exceptionally well and was forced to carry a script only in the final scene. Every actor and actress on stage showed they were of professional caliber.
The set for "Ten Little Indians " was practically the work of one man — Don Abel. We think Don has an artistic future. An accolade too to Fr. Blaise Kovach, O.S.B. who for the past three years has taken charge of our efficient technical staffs. We have yet to uncover a technical problem he can't solve.
Ten little Indian boys going out to dine:
One chocked his little self and then there were nine. Nine little Indian boys sat up very late:
One overslept hitnselj and then there were eight. Eight little Indian boys travelling in Devon;
One got left behind and then there were seven. Seven little Indian boys picking up sticks:
One chopped himself in half, then there were six. Six little Indian boys playing with a hive:
A bumble bee stung one and then there were five. Five little Indian boys going in for law:
One got in chancery and then there were four. Four little Indian boys went out to sea;
A red herring swallowed one and then there were thre Three little Indian boys went to the zoo:
A big bear hugged one and then there were two. Two little Indian boys fooling with a gun;
One shot the other and then there was one. One little Indian hoy left all alone;
He hung himself and then there were none.
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The 1952 ANNUAL STAFF wishes the best of luck to the graduates, both academy and college, in the following years to come. |
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"SAVINGS" One of the Steps to Success Open a Savings Account with PEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 350IW.26thSt. Chicago, minois |
Best Wishes From The T-HtATR,E Naperville C. G. LeKANDER, Manager |
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Always at Your Service TME LAWN DALE NATIONAL BANK 33337-43 W. 26th Street Chicago 23, Illinois Phone Bishop 7-6800 |
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF '52 TOOD MARKET Route 53 |
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