Albany College of Pharmacy - Alembic Yearbook (Albany, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 85 of the 1941 volume:

■ Copyright, 1941 C. Edmund Alford Editor in Chief Gf.orge Svirsky Business Manager Hlembtc fjarmafeon JSmeteen jfortp=oiie $ubU£Sfjeb lij Cfie Mentor Classi of tfje Lilian? College of $ljarmacp department of tarmac? ?Hnton Umbersitp Photo by Reed iPtiarmakon Jforetoorfo On behalf of the Class of 1941 we present this edi- tion of the Alembic Pharmakon. Since it is the first edition to be published under the new Bachelor of Science course, it constitutes an important milestone, not only in the lives of members of the present student body, but in the forward march of the college itself. The Editor and his staff sincerely hope that as years go by it may recall many fond memories of years spent at our Alma Mater. Page Five Hlembtc Page Six lUfjarmafeon Be tcatton With an appreciation of one whose character is of true and sterling worth; whose sympathy, genuine and sincere; whose interest and encouragement, timely and adequate; and whose judgment is excellently wise; to Jfrancis Josepfj (D'iBrirn we, THE CLASS OF 1941, dedicate the “Alembic Pharmakon”, counting our four years here too short a time to know that friendship which will ever continue through memory. Page Seven Alembic UNION UNIVERSITY Dixon Ryan Fox, A.B., A.M., Ph.D., L.H.D., Chancellor ALBANY COLLEGE OE PHARMACY Founded 1881 William Mansfield, A.M., Phar.D., Dean ALBANY LAW SCHOOL Founded 1831 Harold D. Alexander, LL.B., A.M., Dean UNION COLLEGE Founded 1793 ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE Founded 1839 Thomas Ordway, A.M., Sc.D., M.D., Dean DUDLEY OBSERVATORY Founded 1832 Benjamin Boss, Director Page Eight iPijarmafeon DIXON RYAN FOX, A.B., A.M., Ph.D., L.H.D. Chancellor, Union University Page Nine Uembtc ru£tee£ OFFICERS OF THE BOARD Arthur S. Wardle, Ph.G. ..... President Edgar A. Vander Veer, Ph.B., M.D. . Vice-President George B. Evans . Treasurer Edwin F. Hunting, Ph.G Asst. Treasurer William A. Larkin, Ph.G. ..... Secretary BOARD OF TRUSTEES William T. Byrnf., LL.B. Arvie Eldred, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Dixon Ryan Fox, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. William W. Gibson, Ph.G., A.B., LL.B. Arthur D. Hecox William B. Jaques Peter D. Kif.rnan Birdsey L. Maltbie, Ph.G. Frank L. Smith, Jr., Ph.G. Ellis J. Staley Page Ten Mbany College of Pharmacy Library IJftarmafeon Albany College of Pharmacy Union Cull eye Sfeiil iJ iwiy Lam? School Dudley Observatory Albany Medical Col!eye Page Eleven Einbtc Jfacultp OFFICERS OF THE FACULTY Chancellor of the University Dixon Ryan Fox, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Dean William Mansfield, A.M., Phar.D. Secretary M. Medford Cooper, Ph.C., B.S. THE FACULTY Dean, Professor of Materia Medica and Botany William Mansfield, A.M., Phar.D. Professor of Pharmacy and Mathematics Professor of Chemistry Francis J. O’Brien, Ph.C., B.A., A.M., Ph.D. J. George Lutz, B.S., A.M., Ph.D. Professor of Bacteriology Professor of German John J. Clf.mmf.r, B.S., M.D. Charles H. Stuping, A.M., A.B., Ph.D. Instructor in Economics M. Medford Cooper, Ph.C., B.S. Instructor in Chemistry Claude M. Reed, Ph.C., B.A. Instructor in Materia Medica and Botany Lauren R. FIanmer, Ph.C., B.S. Instructor in Pharmacy John Edward Wolff, Ph.C., B.S. Instructor in Zoology William J. Martin, Jr., Ph.C., M.D. Lecturer in Physiology and First Aid Homer L. Nelms, M.D. Professor of English Harold W. Blodgett, A.M., A.B., Ph.D. Instructress in Bacteriology Gf.sina de Holi., B.S., M.A. Page Twelv, l fjarmafeon William Mansfield. Ph.G., A.M., Ph.D. Dean, Professor of Materia Medica and Botany An intelligent, friendly, capable, and admirable man is William Mansfield, who has served as the Dean of Alma Mater since 1918. Dr. Mansfield received his degrees of Ph.G., A.M., and Ph.D , from Columbia University. His abilities have proven him an authority in his field of Materia Medica and Botany. Dr. Mansfield has written several textbooks in his field which have been of great value to the students of Pharmacy. His friendliness and capability have won for him the respect and admiration of students, faculty, and others with whom he is closely associated. He is a member of numerous organizations and is Past Presi- dent of New York Stat? Board of Pharmacy. Page Thirteen Alembic FRANCIS JOSEPH O’BRIEN, Ph.C., A.B., A.M., Ph.D Professor of Pharmacy and Mathematics Dr. Francis J. O’Brien is an associate of whom we may well be proud. A graduate of our Alma Mater and New York State College for Teachers, Dr. O'Brien became an instructor in Pharmacy and Mathematics in 1920. Shortly after this appointment, he received the appointment to be the Pharmacy Department head. A brilliant man. Dr. O'Brien received his Ph.D. degree from Fordham University in June, 1940, and we can think of no man more worthy of this honor. He teaches his students with the knowledge and wisdom that only he possesses. J. GEORGE LUTZ, B.S., A.M., Ph.D. Professor of Chemistry Dr. Lutz is a ready, willing, and more than able member of our faculty. In 1925 an A.M. degree was bestowed upon him by Columbia University from whence he went to Westminster College to become Professor of Chemistry. Subsequently he resumed his studies at Columbia University and was awarded a Ph.D. degree. In 1935 he was appointed to the faculty of Union University. It was in 1937 that Dr. Lutz became a member of our faculty. Needless to say, Dr. Lutz is a man of good sense and intelligence which account for the respect and admiration shown him by the students. JOHN EDWARD WOLFF, Ph.C. Instructor, Pharmacy “A friend in need, is a friend indeed.” This old adage may well be said about Mr. Wolff. He has made himself outstanding in his field by being one of us. His interest in outside activities is as great as the interest of any student. Mr. Wolff is an industrious, helpful, and intelli- gent associate. We are fortunate to have him as a mem- ber of our faculty. Page Fourteen IHarmafeon CLAUDE M. REED, Ph.C., A.B. Instructor, Chemistry A scholarly and helpful member of our faculty is the man we know as “Prof Reed. lie has won the respect of every student associated with him in any way by his understanding of human nature. Ilis interest is not only in the field of chemistry, but also in the success of extra-curricular activities. He is one person who can do two things at once and do both of them well. M. MEDFORD COOPER, Ph.C., B.S. Instructor, Economics Mr. Cooper is a man of honor and friendliness. He understands the nature of all of us and thuslv acts as a guidepost along our way to a career. His abilities are not limited to teaching since he has written several books dealing with his field, by which many of us have profited. We consider him a credit to the faculty and to the college. JOHN J. CLEMMER, B.S., M.D. Dr. Clemmer is a graduate of the University of Iowa. After receiving his degree he became resident pathologist at the University Hospital in Iowa City from whence he came to Albany and was appointed Director of Bender Hygienic Laboratory. Dr. Clemmer is looked up to by all those in his field, and he has earned the respect and admiration of all students who are connected with him in any way. Page Fift een gUemtitc HOMER L. NELMS, M.D. Lecturer, PhysioJogy Dr. Nelms is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College, member of American Medical Association, and Assistant Surgeon U. S. Public Health Service. His cheerful manner makes attendance at Physiology a pleasure, and his interesting presentation of the lectures enhances the subject’s appeal to all. LAUREN R. HANMER, Ph.C., B.S. Instructor, Materia Medica and Botany Industrious arid gentlemanly, Mr. Hanraer is a friend to each and every student. His wisdom and scope of knowledge in his field make a vital contribution to the formal study of the school. In addition, his charm and personality place him in the category of those we wish to call friends. KATHRYN E. GLAVIN Registrar Since 1918, when Miss Glavin came to serve the school, she has been a true friend to each and every student. Miss Glavin is helpful and kind and her advice has often aided in molding a career. WILLIAM J. MARTIN, Ph.C., M.D. Instructor, Zoology Dr. Martin is a man who keeps abreast in his field. His lectures in Zoology are interesting and easily compre- hended by the students. We arc fortunate in having this prominent physician on our faculty. Page Sixteen ipfjarmakon Page Seventeen lUlcmtiic Mentor Claste Officers; Lawrence Sass . Rolland Peckham C. Edmund Alford Thomas Covatta Samuel Mack Robert Casler . . . . President . . . Vice-President . . . . Secretary . . . . Treasurer Student Council Representative . . . . Historian Page Eighteen $fjarmafeon Mentor Class instorp In September, 1937, a group of dumbfounded youths, who in modern language “didn’t know what the score was,” knocked at the portals of A.C.P. and gained admittance. This confused group was destined to become the first class in the Bache- lor of Science course. Although in the darkness in this new life, we were fortunate to pick John Delahunt as our presiding officer. Extracurricular activities began and we waded in without knowing too much about them. These were climaxed by the Senior Ball which, for various reasons, will remain long in the memories of this class. In our sophomore year, our class abruptly threw off its mantle of quietness and became awake, at least during some part of the day. For this we were labeled the “Playboys of ’41”. To manage this somewhat ravious class, we chose Martin Rau as our chief. This was the year that a spunky group of fellows turned out a basket- ball team without financial assistance. The other activities were joined in by much enthusiasm by the Sophomores. The “Playboys of ’41” carne back in our junior year with the same spirit of fun and good fellowship which became evident in our sophomore year. We settled down long enough to elect Joseph Peluso as our president and to be taken by the quarterly exams. Studying for these interrupted our social activities, but we were willing to forgive and forget. Some Profs said we were the worst class they’d had; others said we were the best; still others classed us as just mediocre. This was the year that there was no senior class to dominate us so we took over the position of the high and mighty, which we would again assume next year. Extracurricular activities were again in- dulged in very heavily by the Juniors. In the senior year the “Playboys” quieted down, probably because of visions of commencement and State Boards, both of which could be seen approaching through the mist. The year began with a riotous assembly during which the student activity budget was directed, comminuted, macerated, and finally accepted in its original form. After the roar of battle quieted down and the smoke cleared, no casualties were reported. Activities blossomed forth led by basketball. This year also brought forth student assemblies which have helped the students to become better acquainted and have proven very enjoyable. Now, as we stand with our hands on the latch of the exit gate, we stop and consider. Maybe we haven’t been all a class should be scholastically, but aside from that, we have been truly a unique class, the likes of which will not be seen for many years. We arc the first class to graduate from the Bachelor of Science course. Another characteristic of our class is that while we argue among ourselves, everyone shakes hands at the end and then puts his shoulder behind the thing to put it over. A more friendly class will be hard to find. As we look beyond the exit gate, we sec much unrest and gloomy doubtfulness. We would stay rather than wander forth, but one must progress. So with deep feeling, the Senior Class of 1941 bids good luck and farewell to A. C. P. Robert Casler, Historian Page Nineteen Slcmfatc C. EDMUND ALFORD, K “Ed” Cairo New York “Ambition is the guide post to success.” Chairman of Botany Picnic (2); Secretary of Class (4); Historian Kappa Psi; Ping Pong (3); Sophomore Editor (2); Editor in Chief of Year Book (4;; Organic Chemistry Prize (3); Pharmacy Prize (3). NATHAN BROOKS, RH “Brooks” Utica New York “And there were many voices Vying at the feast. But mostly I remember yours Who spoke the very least.” Class Secretary (2, 3); Baseball (2, 3); Bowling (2, 3, 4); Manager of Bowling (3, 4). RAYMOND BRUMER “Ray” Albany New York “By time and toil you sever What strength and sage could never.” Class Historian (1); Chemistry Prize (2); Scho- lastic Prize; Ping Pong (2, 3, 4). Page Twenty fjarmafeon FREDERICK BUCK, K “Fred” Mexico New York “Be firm; one certain element in luck Is genuine, Solid, old Teutonic pluck. ’ Bowling (3): Vice-Regent Kappa Psi (3). D. ROBERT CASLER, K “Bob” Millbrook New York “He hath within him bits of genius That will develop into greatness.” Dance Committee (1, 2, 3, 4); Baseball (1); Basketball (4); Ping Pong (2, 3, 4); Vice-Regent Kappa Psi (4); “Alma Mater” (4). JOHN COUGHLIN “John” Albany New York “The tower of strength That stood square to all the winds.” Bowling (3, 4). Page Twenty-one Hlembtc THOMAS COVATTA “Tom” Troy New York “I never saw you hasten, I never saw you rush But care not, my man, For we have yet to see you blush.” Ping Pong; Camera Club; Bowling (1). JOHN DELAHUNT, K “Del” Clinton New York “Cheerful ever; debonair. With heart so gay; a sportsman rare.” Class President (1); Student Council (1); Base- ball (1, 2, 3); Captain (3); Basketball (1,2, 3, 4); Co-Captain (3, 4); Secretary Kappa Psi (3); Junior Prom Committee; Sports Editor Year Book (4). LEONARD G. ENGLEMAN, BII I “Len” Ardsley New York • “Men of few words arc the best men.” Camera Club (3, 4); Chancellor Rho Pi Phi (4). Page Twenty-two $l)annafeon A. GORDEN FULLER, KM' “Ace” Kcrhonkson New York “Happy am I, from care I am free; Why aren’t they all content like me?” Bowling (1). PHILLIP GERARD HONIKEL, KM' “Phil” Albany New York “Swifter than the arrow from Tartar’s bow.” Vice-President of Class (1); Physiology Prize (1) ; All Around Prize (1, 2); Chemistry Prize (2) ; Dance Committee (2); Borden Prize Winner (3) . JOHN KNELLER, JUNIOR “Johnny” Attica New York “He that’s content hath enough!” Bowling (1, 2, 3, 4); Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4); Baseball (1, 2, 3); Chairman Dance Committee (4); Student Council (2). Page Twenty-three £Uemtm JOHN LANE “Jack” Walton New York “Haste is of the devil. The world’s no better if we hurry.” Basketball (3, 4); Baseball (1, 3); Bowling (1, 2, 3, 4); Senior Ring Committee. SAMUEL MACK, K “Sam” Oswego New York “A man he seems of cheerful yesterdays And confident tomorrows.” Vice-President Class (1); Bowling (1, 2, 4); Student Council; Secretary Student Council (4); Regent Kappa Psi (4); Treasurer (3). RICHARD MacLAGGAR “Mac” Lacona New York “Oh, let this old world joggle as it will, I’ll be gay and happy still.” Bowling (1, 2, 3, 4). Page Twenty-four tjarmafeon CHARLES NAPOLETAN K “C holly” Syracuse New York “Learning by study, must be won ’Twas never entail’d from son to son.” Treasurer of Freshman Class; Chaplain, Kappa Psi (2); Dance Committee (1, 2); Bowling (1,2); Camera Club (2, 3, 4). JOSEPH PELUSO “Joe” Albany New York “I am in earnest; I will not equivocate; I will not excuse; I will not retreat An inch, and I will be heard.” Class Treasurer (2); President Student Council (3); Key Committee (3). ROLLAND PECKMAN “Peck” Bainbridgc New York “The man who knows that he knows that he knows.” Bowling (3, 4); Vice-President Class (4); Treas- urer of Class (3). Page Twenty-five Alembic CHANCELLOR J. REED, K “Chan” Oswego New York “With fascination in his very brow A finished gentleman from top to toe.” Student Council (1); Regent Kappa Psi (3); Camera Club (1, 2, 3, 4); Basketball (1, 2); Baseball (1); Photographic Editor Year Book (4); Junior Prom Committee; Bowling (1, 2, 3); Ping Pong (2, 3,4). LAWRENCE SASS “Larry” Binghamton New York “To love the game beyond the prize Sport makes; men who are wise.” Basketball (2, 3, 4); Baseball (2, 3); Bowling (1, 2, 3); Vice-President Class (3); President Class (4); Vice-Chairman Student Council (4). BERNARD SHAPIRO, Rn “Murphy” Rochester New York “And still they gazed and still the wonder grew That one small head should carry all he knew.” Art Editor of Year Book (4). Page Twenty-six f armafeon EDWARD SKAVINA, K “Ed” Albany New York “I said, heard, and spoke little; and found at last The How and Why of things past.” Year Book (4); Bowling (1, 2, 3, 4); Camera Club (3); Class Historian (3). GEORGE SWIRSKY, RTT “George” Ulster Park New York “Few things are impossible to diligence and skill.” Baseball (1, 2, 3); Assistant Manager Basketball (2); Manager of Basketball (3, 4); Bowling (1, 2, 3, 4); Student Council (3); Vice-Chairman Stu- dent Council (3); Business Manager Year Book. ARMAND TROIE “Troie” West Springfield Massachusetts “Let us then be up and doing With a heart for any fate.” Basketball Trainer (2, 3, 4); Bowling (2, 3, 4); Year Book (4); Secretary and Treasurer of Camera Club (3); Dance Committee (4); Ping Pong (2, 3, 4). Page Twenty-seven nttfatt The door opens on the world of tomorrow—Years have passed and we find the Seniors of yesteryear (A. C. P. 1941} taking their prospective place in civic life. Ed Alford struck oil in Texas—now he’s a wealthy man. His girl friend of our times is Mrs. C. Edmund Alford. Nathan Brooks, a man quick on the draw, is taking over the duties of Justice of Peace of Utica. Ray Brumer no longer struggles with the duties of an orderly—lie’s now a Doctor of Bugology. Fred Buck, Mrs. Buck, and Junior, are off for the shore, where they’ll vacation from the “Buck Pharmacy”. Bob Casler, son of Millbrook, is on a concert tour in the South—and it’s not in Pago Pago! John Coughlin, Albany’s favorite son, is in Washington a Senator, no less! It’s Weatherstrip no longer! Tommy Corvatta is now First Lieutenant in Uncle Sam’s Army. There's Leonard Engleman, too He’s “mess sergeant”—Boys come and get it. John Delahunt just finished “God’s Country and The Man” for Metro- Goldwyn-Maycr- playing opposite him is Betty Grable. Gorden Fuller, now a full-fledged “ace in the air,” is seen hovering over a cer- tain girl’s home in his plane-—skywriting “I love you”. Good, reliable, intelligent Phil Honikel is the head of Honikel’s Corporation of Drug Stores in New York State. John Kncller is still “burning the candle at both ends” and passing out cigars, too—for today he became a father. P.S.: It was a girl. Jack Lane, the new and always different, is now hunting lions and (?) in Africa the war must be over. Sam and Mary Mack have just finished their eighth consecutive month on Broadway. A regular Astaire-Rogers’ team—Next stop, Hollywood! Richard Me 1,agger has just published his book “Hidden Phantasies”-—Still a dreamer at heart. Charles Napoletan is often seen these days in magazine ads for “Ipana” and “Vitalis”. Rolland Peckham, a son of a son of a son’s son, is now in New York city taking candid shots for “Life”. Joe Peluso, a fortune seeker, is prospecting for gold in Canada. Chan Reed and family are sailing for Europe. He’s an executive, representing The American Chemical Association in London. Larry Sass is frequenting Sodus these days. He’s not to become the “forgotten man” as he’s the Director of Physical Education in A. C. P. Bernard Shapiro, a talented artist, is known to the men of America now as he’s connected with “Esquire”. Edward Skavina, eligible bachelor at large, has an office on Wall Street—He practically runs the stock market. George Svirsky has abandoned local politics. He’s now running for Governor of New York State. Armand Troie is seen often at Saratoga. He’s a successful track man—He has something on Sherlock Holmes. Page Twenty-eight $ljarmakon Class tll We, The Class of 1941, sound of mind and memory, make this last will and testament, naming as beneficiaries the various members of the Class of 1942. To Norman Alterman we leave the saying “to be seen and not heard”. To one of the fairer sex, Janis Best, we bequeath a box of toothpicks to use as splints if she ever breaks another’s heart. To Oren Bigelow we will an engagement ring for her finger. To that cheerful Jack Caryl we leave a pair of pants and a coat so he can follow his father’s suit. For “Brenda” Colby, the glamour girl, we put aside a book “How to Get and Hold Your Man”. For Wilbert Cooper, that dashing gentleman, we leave Romeo’s Technique. We leave for Paul Crumley a pair of roller skates so he still can make classes on time if his car goes wrong. For Thomas Czaplenski we leave a little “English” for that ping pong ball—he’s vulnerable. Ah, Lester Decker, we haven’t forgotten you—to you we will the art of self defense —you’re so penetrable. To that little mayor, Albert DiDonna, we leave the flying wings of Gorden Fuller. To Fred Isabella we leave an audition appointment for Major Bowes’ program—his noises are terrific. To Gerald Kalcta we leave the South American way to rhumba. To Bernard Kendall, a little package with much excitement, we bequeath a date with one you admire. Next slide to George King is a siesta period so he can get caught up on lost sleep. For Gerald Messia we have a smile that goes with two brown eyes. To William Oberg we leave Casler’s doorway chats—they’re really very interesting. To Alfred Poskanzer, the man who’ll be back, we leave the art of self-control. For Robert Potcnza we set aside long hours for studying. For Robert Rees we set a stage with a starry night and a southern moon. To Edward Rogers we give a thesis on Fair Trade. It will always come in handy. To Arne Rovig, a quiet little fellow, we leave some argumentive ability. We endow Irving Sexton with a way to handle his women. To George Skinner we leave the deed to the Club “87”. For Warren Stone we have a packet of already signed excuses for cutting morning classes. To that mastermind, Donald Swayze, we give the “Einstein Theory of Relativity”. Last, but by no means least, we bequeath to Brooks Wood a trip to the beach at Bali Bali. Amen! The Class of 1941 Page Twenty-nine Alembic lentor Clausi J®otat)le£ Most Popular Smoothest Most Brilliant Noisiest Most Studious Sleepiest Quietest Biggest Politician . Most Likely to Succeed . Done Most for the Class Done the Class Most Neatest Most Talented (?) Most Bashful Best Athlete Best Physique Class Clown Wittiest Class Dreamer Class Snail Professor’s Pet Most Dignified Best Dancer Best Natured Class Bluffer . Most Likely Bachelor . Best One Armed Driver Most Modest Best Wishes . . . Larry Sass . Ciian Reed . Phil Honikel . Larry Sass Ray Brumer . Arm and Troie Leonard Knglf.man . George Svirsky Ed Alford Bob Casler Gorden Fuller . Chan Reed Charles Napolf.tan . Nathan Brooks Johnny Knei.i.er Bob Casler . Jack Lane . Bernard Shapiro Richard McLaggf.r Gorden Fuller Ed Alford . John Coughlin Sam Mack Fred Buck Joe Peluso . . Ed Skavina . Tommy Covatta Rolland Peck ham . To All of Us DEPARTMENTS Hardest Course Easiest Course Best Department . Worst Department Most Valuable Course Organic Chemistry Jurisprudence Pharmacy Economics Dispensing Pharmacy Page Thirty l fjarmakon Page Thirty-one I em fa 11 Page Thirty-two ipfjarmafeon Junior Cla£ (Officers Albert DiDonna George Skinner Jack Caryl Lf.stf.r Decker . Alfred Poskanzer Gerald Messia . . . . . President . . . Vice-President Secretary . . . . Treasurer Student Council Representative . . . . Historian Page Thirty-three Caryl, Wood, Skinner, Poskanzer, Obcrg, Decker, DiDonna, Cooper, Crumley, Czaplinski. Rees. Kendall. Rogers. Bigelow. Rovig. Isabella. Swayze, Alterman, Colby, Best, Messia, King, Stone. Slembtc ipijarmafeon fumor Cla s Ilnstorp Juniors! Upperclassmen! Such was our distinction in September, 1940. This date marked the first enrollment of Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior classes at the Albany College of Pharmacy. Although even the most light-hearted of us knew that this was the year that we really had to buckle down, we had time for much fun during the year. Our first few weeks were spent in renewing acquaintances and in readying ourselves to school life once more. A program of monthly assemblies conducted by members of various classes was started this year. Our turn came in February. We had a very interesting play based on little happenings around the school. It was a satire on classroom life. Much credit must be given to the members of the class who wrote and directed the play. This group was composed of Janis Best, Doris Colby, Bernard Kendall, Oren Bigelow and Warren Stone. The whole school enjoyed it very much. April was the month of the Junior-Senior dance. Heading the committee for our class were Miss Best, Miss Colby and Wilbert Cooper. The classes co-operated to the fullest extent and made it a most successful affair. A picnic which was planned earlier in the year was held in the early part of May, and an enjoyable time was had by all who attended. After this get-together, our play for the year was over. Practical week was growing ever closer and close upon its heels were written examinations. One could see earnest heads bent over books everywhere. All were looking forward to the title of “Senior in Albany College of Pharmacy.” In closing, we wish our Senior Class, who is leaving us, best wishes and every success on the road of life. Even as they have developed admirable personalities in their class, may we likewise repeat their success. Gerald Messia, Historian Page Thirly-five Ulcmbtc Page Thirty-six Photos by—Czaplinski, LoPresti, Goldberg, Sexton, Sclioenfeld, Best, Poskanzer, Israel, Rickey. lifjarmakon opljomore Class Officers Ai.i.an Mac Collam..................................President Francisco Garcia de Quevf.do .... Vice-President Bernard Goldherg....................................Treasurer Geraldine Howard....................................Secretary Edward Crandall . . . Student Council Representative Edward Karuzas......................................Historian Page Thirty-seven Crandall, Epstein, Denegar, Conroy, Goldberg, Scheutzow, Karuzas, Verrastro, Weltzien, Henning. Mac- Collam, Shapiro, Young, Savage, Katzman, Phalcn, Howard, Turner, de Quevedo, Thyne. gUembtc ijarmafeon i£ ortmore Clas£ ffiixtovp A blitzkrieg struck the Albany College of Pharmacy in the form of twenty-six ambitious scholars, determined to have the mysteries of science unveiled. This blitzkrieg did not work havoc or bring terror among the students already there, but brought a surge of new life and spirit to a most gracious body of upper classmen. On September 18, 1939, the storm troopers that made up the Class of ’43 gathered here from as far west as the Great Lakes to the distant and sunny island of Puerto Rico. The invaders in the field of learning lost no time in organizing their campaign to acquire knowledge. The first step of our campaign was to elect leaders. The generalship in the form of Presidency fell on the capable shoulders of Harrie Moore. His staff of lieutenants consisted of First Vice-President Richard Phelan, Second Vice-President Peter Savage, Treasurer Thomas Young, Secretary June Turner, Historian Geraldine Howard and Francis Conroy, Student Council Representative. Under their capable leadership, we lost no time in familiarizing ourselves with our new environment. Members of our class participated in every activity the school offered. Their diligence and perseverance caused their presence to be felt and welcomed. The highlight of that Freshman year’s social life was the Freshman-Sophomore dance. It was a happy event, thanks to the hard work of an endeavoring dance committee. The first phase of our campaign ended all too soon, but was definitely a success. It left memories cherished by all of us, imbedded deep in our hearts. After a full summer’s furlough, we resumed our invasion into the realms of learning. The obstacles we encounter now will unquestionably be more difficult than in the first quarter of our drive. On September 23, 1940, we again rallied our forces. Keeping within strict demo- cratic principles, we chose new leaders. Allan MacCollam was elected president. Our new General had for his Council-of-War Edward Crandall as Student Council Representative; Francisco Garcia de Quevedo, Vice-President; Bernard Goldberg, Treasurer; Geraldine Howard, Secretary; and Edward Karuzas, Historian. We approached our new tasks with much more confidence than last year and thanks to a strong desire to succeed, we were victorious. This year was studded with gold star days. The first was Prize day. On October 1, 1940 we watched with pride as members of Our Class received awards and the recognition that they well deserved. The Sophomore-Freshman dance was a pronounced success. All those in attendance will never forget it. Then came the Sophomore Assembly program. We arc especially grateful to those who worked so hard in its preparation and presentation. The sands of time slipped past much faster than we liked and it wasn’t long before the smoke of our second battle started to part unveiling an approaching sum- mer sky. We hurdled our last exams and made preparations for our journey home and a well earned summer’s leave. Half our battle is now' over and we look back with a feeling of contentment and satisfaction on two years of work well done. Page Thirty-nine Edward Karuzas, Historian Hlembtc In loving memory of our fellow classmate, Arthur Miller, who departed from ordinary life among us to life eternal on March 29, 1941, we offer Emerson’s poem: CHARACTER The sun set, hut not his hope: Stars rose: his faith was earlier up; Fixed on the enormous galaxy, Deeper and older seemed his eye; And matched his sufferance sublime The taciturnity of time. He spoke, and words more soft than rain Brought the Age of Gold again: Ilis action won such reverence sweet As hid all measure of his feat. Page Forty {jartnafeon JfresiJjman ClasiS Officers; Thomas Hanlf.y.............................................President Nathan Werlin . . . . . . ljtf Vice-President Leo Gordf.n.......................................2nd Vice-President Mildred Israel ........ Secretary John Beeble ........ Treasurer Frank Sweeney .... Student Council Representative Zelma Sciioenfeld ....... Historian Page Forty-one Farina. Pitts. LoPresti. Stepner. Hanley, Silverman, Sternfeld, Gecrge, Fratto, Beeble, Gordon, Major, Palisi, Darringer, Werlin, Sweeney, Schoenfcld, Knapp, Rickey, Israel. Alembic {jarmafeon Jfresfjman Class On September 24, 1941, a new class enrolled in the Albany College of Pharmacy. Twenty-five young men and women were enrolled as future medical and dental students, medical technologists, and of course, pharmacists. After two weeks of associating with each other and the upper classmen, we found ourselves sufficiently acquainted to decide upon those members of our class whom we considered best able to speak for our interests. John Mongiello was elected chairman of our first class meeting, and it was during this session that the first class officers of the class of ’44 were elected. They were as follows: President, Thomas Hanley; First Vice-President, Nathan Wcrlin; Second Vice- President, Leo Gordon; Secretary, Peggy Israel; Treasurer, John Bceble; Historian, Zelma Schoenfeld; Student Council Representative, Frank Sweeney. Our first and successful activity was a formal ball which we held in conjunction with the Sophomore class on February 7, 1941. A good time was had by all! Later, the Freshman class made a singular success of an assembly program, which proved the innumerable talents of our classmates. Up to date, this is the extent of our activities, and we hope to be more active in the coming years to be spent in this, our chosen Alma Mater. Freshman Class Historian, Zelma Schoenfeld. Page Forty-three allemtnt C a C? M S •L� o r— o cfl o rsJ P'S O £ 1 w • : ! ; •U PQ Forty-four iPfjarmakon Hamtjfca ilappa tgma ororttp BETA CHAPTER Janis Best.............................................President June Turner {Pro tempore) ...... Vice-President Doris Colby ..... ..... Secretary Mary Knapp [Pro tempore) ....... Treasurer Mildred Israel (Pro tempore) ..........................Historian The Lambda Kappa Sigma Sorority was first founded in Boston in 1913 at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. The Beta Chapter was first chartered at the Albany College of Pharmacy in 1919. Activities of this year started with the election of officers. After mid year exams, a raffle was held which proved to be successful not only financially, but also physiologically and morally. The Sorority was literally pulled from the depths and once more started out on a new' foot. Five new' members were taken into the sisterhood; June Turner, Mary Knapp, Mildred Israel, Ida Rickey, and Zelma Schocnfeld. After having been duly initiated, they wholeheartedly gave of their efforts for the success of the year. Activities of the year were closed with a banquet in May. Farewells were said with the greatest of ease—for we’ll all be back next year to carry on our activities. Janis L. Best Page Forty-five Alembic a fsi Prate - Beta Delta Chapter 111 “J 1041 Page Forty-six $ Jjarmafeon l appa jpfjarmaceutical Jfratermtp Beta Delta Chapter Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity was founded at the Medical College of Virginia in 1879 by a group who were members of the academic society of “Kappa Psi,” which had been founded at the Russell Military Academy in New Haven, Conn., in the same year. There are chapters of Kappa Psi in many colleges of pharmacy throughout the United States at the present time. Beta Delta Chapter was founded at the Albany College of Pharmacy in 1910. It is the oldest active fraternity in the college. The success of our fraternity during the present year is due in a great part to our capable Regent, Samuel Mack. Because of the change of the college course, from a three year Ph.G. and Ph.C. courses to a four year Bachelor of Science course, all the members returned to college in the fall except Marlon Coleman, who was graduated. The fraternity started the year socially by giving a smoker at which Ken Gris wold, a graduate of ’21, gave an interesting talk. Gerald Kaleta and Irvin Sexton entered our midst by transferring from Gamma- Iota Chapter of the University of Buffalo. Upon returning from the Thanksgiving vacation the fraternity initiated several new members. The new members are: Paul Crumley, Frank dc Quevcdo, Thomas Pitts, Thomas LoPresti, Frank Sweeney, John Mongiello, John Beeble, Richard Phalen, John Hanley and Joe Palesi. On January 9 a steak dinner was held at the Princess Pat restaurant in cele- bration of the initiation. Many informal affairs were held by the fraternity during the third quarter of the year. The climax of the year was the annual formal banquet and dance held at the Ten Eyck in May. However, the Fraternity picnic in May which closes the social activities for the year brings the members together for an unforgetable day. Dr. Francis O’Brien has helped us a great deal during the year by his wise counsel as faculty advisor. Dr. O’Brien is this year the Regent of the Alumni Chap- ter of the fraternity. The graduating members are sorry that they must leave the active chapter because their fraternity activities were the most enjoyable events of their college life. May the traditions of loyalty and good fellowship be carried on by the active chapter. C. Edmund Alford, Historian Page Forty-seven 11(319-i Crc; ca v- Pho Pi Phi Frat. Poskanzer. Altcrman. Silverman. Sternfeld, Stepner, Svirsky, Epstein, A. Shapiro, Katzman, Engleman, B. Shapiro, Brooks, Wcrlin. 1QU13IE Jjarmafeon $M)o pf)t jfratermtp BETA CHAPTER Leonard Engleman ..... Chancellor Nathan Brooks Vice Chancellor Jack Epstein Bernard Shapiro ..... . Sergeanl-al-Arms Morris Sii.vf.rman Treasurer George Svirsky ...... Advisor of Pledges Rho Pi Phi Fraternity came into being in 1919 when Alpha Chapter was organ- ized at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. Two years later saw the formation of Beta Chapter at our own College. There are chapters at present in every leading college of pharmacy in this country and Canada. In the last few years this chapter has been dormant but 1939 saw the cnlivcn- ment of Rho Pi Phi through the work of Leri Fugleman, Nate Brooks. Bornic Shapiro and Ceorge Svirsky. In 1940-41, with the aid of Morris Silverman and Jack Epstein, transfers from Epsilon Chapter (Buffalo College of Pharmacy), Beta again reached its former height. This year the following men were pledged and initiated: Edward Sternfeld, Jerome Stcpner, Arnold Shapiro, Nate Werlin, Albert Poskanzer and Leo Katzman. At the time of writing, plans are being made for a formal affair and a stag for the pledges. The members of Rho Pi Phi wish to express their gratitude to members of the school and faculty for their unselfish and helpful cooperation. Jack Epstein, Scribe Page Forty-nine jfratermtp e m b t c $f)t ©elta Cfjt Walter H. Henning Thomas V. Gzapijnski The Alpha Theta Chapter at Union University, Albany College of Pharmacy, due to loss of members through graduation, is at present inactive. However, two members of the student body represent the Phi Delta Chi at A. C. P. Both have transferred from the Columbia University College of Pharmacy, where they were members of Gamma Chapter. Walter H. Henning held the post of treasurer and Thomas Czaplinski is a past chapter secretary. During past years Phi Delta Chi was a strong influence in the school, partici- pating in all activities concerning the welfare of the school and in the advance- ment of Pharmacy and Chemistry. Interchapter meetings between Alpha Theta. Gamma of Columbia University, and Eta of Boston, had been a regular occurrence, and had proven a great success. In the future, let us hope that Phi Delta Chi will once more resume the enviable position it held in A. C. P. for so many years. Phi Delta Chi was first organized for the purpose of advancing the sciences of Chemistry and Pharmacy. First founded at the University of Michigan in 1883, Alpha Theta Chapter in Albany was organized in 1931. Since 1883 the Phi Delta Chi has spread to most of the Pharmacy Colleges in the country—from Eta of Boston in the East, to Zeta of California in the west. The membership counts into the thousands, and the calibre of the men and the ideals which they uphold is a source of great pride to both active members and our honored Alumni. Page Fif ipijarmafeon GTf)e Alembic $bavmakon j§ taff C. Edmund Alford Paul Crumley George Svirsky . Professor Claude M. Reed Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor . Business Manager Faculty Advisor Associate Editors Janis Best . Doris Colby June Turner Bernard Shapiro Richard Phalen . Chancellor Rf.ed John Delahunt . Alfred Poskanzf.r Literary Editor Assistant Literary Editor . Sophomore Editor Art Editor . . Humor Editor Photography Editor . . Sports Editor Assistant Business Editor Page Fifty-one gUembtc glubent Council Dean William Mansfield.............................Chairman Lawrence Sass............................... Vice-Chairman Samuel H. Mack..............................................Secretary The Student Council of the Albany College of Pharmacy held its first meeting of the 1940-1941 scholastic year during the month of October. The Council, which consists of the presidents of each class, an elected repre- sentative of each class, and Dean Mansfield, manages extra-curricular and also con- siders any arising curricular activities throughout the school year. The Student Council wishes to express its appreciation and thanks to the mem- bers of the student body, to the faculty, and to those through whose efforts the school was able to successfully complete another year of basketball in conjunction with other sports. It also wishes to express its appreciation and thanks to Dean Mansfield, to the faculty and student body who have co-operated to insure a successful adminis- tration of school affairs in the past year. Samuel H. Mack, Secretary Page Fifty-two fjarmakoit Cfje Camera Club The Camera Club was organized in 1938 by nine members. These members had very little equipment except their cameras and quest for knowledge of the art of picture making. These nine members formed the nucleus for the prseent up-to- date, completely equipped Camera Club of A. C. P. The club this year had a wonderful enlarger at its disposal. This was bought last year and instructions in enlarging have been given by some of the more experi- enced members and the faculty advisor, Mr. Cooper. The modern darkroom and complete photographic equipment have been in constant use most of the year. All of the pictures in this Year Book were taken by the Camera Club with the exception of the Seniors and the Faculty. This was the big project of the club this year. A number of contests and interesting meetings were held throughout the year. The regular meeting hour was Wednesday at 12 noon. The members of the Year Book and the Camera Club wish to thank Mr. Cooper for his fine instruction and for the displaying of Club pictures in the store window. Page Fifty-three ®fje alumni association cmfatt The annual reunion of the Alumni Association will take place on the evening of Thursday, June 5th following Commencement exercises. On this occasion the twenty-four members of the class of 1941 will be added to our ever increasing roll of members. Our association endeavours to keep alive the friendships formed during our student days and to be an agency of good will for our Alma Mater. We welcome you—the class of 1941—to our membership. OFFICERS FOR 1940-41 Vincent Coniglio, ’28 Simeon Einstein, ’21 . First Vice-President Violet Spaulding, ’26 . Second Vice-President Lauren R. IIanmer, ’30 Francis J. O’Brien, ’20 . . . . Treasurer J. Edward Wolff, ’37 . . , Historian EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Kenneth Griswold, ’21, Chairman; Hyman Alpert, ’12, Ethel Rasmuson, ’20, Francis J. O’Brien, ’20, Harry Van Vleck, T5, William Lange, ’04, J. Edward Wolff, ’37. Page Fifty-four $fjarmakon Page Fifty-five Alembic Mentors Lane, Kneller, Svirsky, Mack. Troie, Brooks, MacLagger, Reed. Alterman, Czaplinski, Stone, Caryl. Junior Page Fifty-six Jjarmafeon S op()omoresi Karuzas, Scheutzow, Verrastro, Goldberg, Weltzcin, Crandall. Pali si Pitts, Sweeney, Beeble George. Jfrestfmten Page Fifty-seven Hlemtnc totaling The 1940-41 howling season will be remembered as the one in which bowling once again came back to its own at the Albany College of Pharmacy. Every Tuesday night inter-class competition took place at Schadc’s Bowling Academy. When the final returns were in, it was discovered that the Sophomore team had ousted the confident Senior team as leader of the league. Competition was keen throughout the season and everyone participating enjoyed the sport. Now' that the “ball is rolling” again, it is expected that bowling will remain one of the favorite recreations of the students of A. C. P. Our special thanks to Dr. O’Brien, without whose valuable aid the season would not have come to its successful end. Nathan Brooks, Manager High Team—Sophomores. High Single— -Scheutzow 256 High Average Scheutzow ... 159.0 High Triple- Scheutzow 576 Player Games Total High Single High Triple Average Scheutzow 60 9545 256 576 159.0 Potenza 21 3330 195 538 158.5 T roie 56 8624 203 551 154.0 Skavina 3 450 159 150.0 Karuzas 63 9362 204 507 148.6 Welzicn 69 9977 224 504 144.5 Reed 24 3424 186 482 142.6 Kneller 30 4269 196 483 142.3 Goldberg 66 9249 217 483 140.0 Lane 24 3319 195 443 138.2 MacLagger 22 2989 176 483 135.5 Czaplinski 44 5916 195 498 134.4 George 51 6816 189 498 133.6 Crandall 47 6224 193 527 132.4 Palisi 48 6359 173 477 132.4 Brooks 60 7908 168 426 131.6 Svirsky 47 6132 204 434 130.4 Peckham 6 759 158 348 126.5 Sexton 28 3521 164 455 125.7 Cooper 6 748 145 378 124.6 Wood 10 1238 164 419 123.8 Alterman 31 3809 167 433 122.8 Sweeney 56 6801 173 424 121.4 Stone 3 364 144 364 121.3 Farina 10 1204 170 394 120.4 Darringer 35 4088 178 395 1168 Pitts 37 4284 162 405 115.7 Verrastro 18 2063 156 356 114.6 Isabella 6 685 142 334 114.1 Major 3 339 122 339 113.0 Beeble 30 3363 157 361 112.1 Coughlin 11 1210 143 312 110.0 Di Donna 24 2551 143 373 106.2 Lo Presti 7 701 137 100.1 Fratto 3 300 127 100.0 Decker 8 491 123 96.6 Page Fifty-eight I armafeon Sweeney. Caslcr. Beeble. Scheutzow, George. Palisi, Karuzas, Sass, Svirsky, Delahunt, Kneller. pas ettmll Although the record of the Varsity Basketball Squad cannot truly be con- sidered a success as far as wins and losses go, it can be looked upon as a step back up the ladder to the peak of backetball supremacy enjoyed by A. C. P. a few years ago. If the steady upward climb of basketball continues in the next few years as it has in the past two. Pharmacy once again will be a leader in “small college” basketball. The team engaged in a schedule composed of the outstanding teams in and around the Capital District; and although A. G. P. had only a few of these games on the winning side of the ledger, the majority of games lost were lost by only a few points. This years varsity squad was composed of the following men: Co-captains Johnny Kneller and Jack Delahunt, Larry Sass, Bob Casler, all Seniors; Dick Scheutzow, Ed Karuzas, Sophomores; Frank Sweeney, Joe Palisi, John Beeble, George George, Freshmen. Scoring honors went to Johnny Kneller with his high total of 123 points and Dick Scheutzow with his single game effort of 23 points against Albany Business College. Outstanding defensively were Jack Delahunt and Larry Sass. The members of the squad want to thank the Student Body for their support throughout the year; John Gridland for his ability to be a friend as well as a coach; and Ed Wolff for his help as faculty advisor. George Svirsky, Manager Page Fifty-nine SHlemtnc Page Sixty Ptjarmafeon LITERATURE “ 'Tis in my memory locked— And you yourself shall keep the key of it.” Shakespeare—“Hamlet” Page Sixty-one 3nv $rofe£gton emfatc In this year of nineteen hundred and forty-one, amidst all the chaos and turmoil of the world, the college rejoices in graduating the first class with a Baccalaureate Degree. Four years ago, we assembled here as inexperienced under- classmen. Today after four years of constant reshaping and moulding, we emerge into the business world to cope with social and civic problems. The pharmacist of today occupies an important role in the professional field. Being looked upon as the Dean of Merchants, he provides a connecting link between the Professional Services and Merchandising of Drugs. This did not come about in only a few years. The change has been very slow. Twenty years ago, a young man could serve an apprenticeship in a drug store and eventually learn enough to enable him to undertake a business for himself. « Later, in order to raise the standards of training, he was required to attend a professional Pharmacy School for at least two years after an adequate High School training. In the year nineteen twenty-eight, the Stale Board of Pharmacy changed this training period from two years in college to a Three-Year Course. Even at this early period, it was obvious that the college training for a pharmacist w:as gradually moulding itself into a complete varsity routine. It had become apparent that the pharmacist of the future was to occupy an important role not only in business circles but also in the associated professions. As this need w-as being fulfilled, the educational standards for a cultural founda- tion were not being given much serious thought. However, in nineteen thirty-six, all of the forty-eight states passed legislation that placed all Pharmacy Colleges on an equal basis v'ith Colleges of Arts and Sciences. Art courses were added to science and professional courses. A well- rounded curriculum was planned. The year nineteen hundred and thirty-seven inaugurated the beginning of a full four-year course in all Pharmacy Colleges. The profession of Pharmacy had succeeded in making a place among the associated professions and today, compared to twenty years ago the graduate of pharmacy emerges into the world, better pre- pared to fulfill his duty to his profession and to his fellow men. Chas. F. Napoletan, ’41 Page Sixty-two fjarmafeon Can ©ou imagine Richard McLaggar when he doesn’t want to sleep during Political Science class? Warren Stone getting to class before the 9:00 bell? AI Poskanzcr not talking to himself or others? June Turner without (?), Tom Pitts with a good part in his hair? Chan Reed not neatly dressed? Every student passing all his exams ? Ray Brumer not knowing all the answers ? “Ace” Fuller not obeying signals on the flying field ? Phil Honikel flunking an exam? Edward Karuzas not smiling (at the girls) ? George King missing the old 8:15? Mary Knapp not being friendly to every one? Albert DiDonna having full control over the Junior Class? Larry Sass without that fighting spirit? Zclma Schocnfeld without her camera? Johnny Knellcr not making the most of all the points in a varsity basketball game? John Delahunt settling down to one girl? Peggy Israel not bubbling over with mirth and glee? “Doc” Cooper as Robinhood of A. C. P. ? Bill Oberg with a lasting smile ? Ida Rickey not giggling (P.S. She has company!) ? Frank Sweeney talking with the girls? Tom Covatta without “Weatherstrip”? Doris Colby without prospecting (for gold?) ? All of us satisfied? George Svirsky not selling an idea? Geraldine Howard dancing La Conga? Francisco dc Quevedo with an English accent? Janis Best without her “Stardust”? Page Sixly-three JPtbltcal Brugs glembit Although there was an abundance of sickness in Biblical times, most of the in- dividual cases mentioned in the Bible were cured by the hand of Christ rather than by drugs. No one with faith was ignored, yet the afflictions that remained were many, unhealed by Divine Providence as punishment for sin and wrongdoing. However there are many incidents in the Bible in which drugs are mentioned One outstanding incident is in Matthew II, 11 “And when they came into the house, they saw the young child with Mary, and fell down and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frank- incense and myrrh”. It is not generally known that gold, the most precious of the three gifts is actually used in medicine. In ancient days it was used in leaf form to cover skin abrasions and is used at present in the form of the chloride, with sodium chloride as an alterative. Frankincense belongs to the Myrrh family, the part used being the gum resin. Because of its very agreeable odor it was used a great deal by the early Jews, Greeks and Romans. Probably the earliest known aromatic gum is myrrh. Records of its use were made about 2000 B.C. It is one of the chief ingredients of the Annointed Oil of Moses. Scriptural ointments were divided into three classes; holy ointments, luxurious perfumes and curative agents. In Exodus is found the full directions for making Moses’ Holy Ointment. The most pious act of annointment is contained in the Gospel according to St. John. Here Mary, sister of Lazaris annointed the feet of Jesus with a pound of ointment of spikenard, in gratitude of the raising of her brother from the dead. The twentieth chapter of Second Kings tells of an attack of boils suffered by Hezckiah, and he was “sick unto death”. But at the prophet Isaiah’s direction, figs were placed upon the boil, and he recovered. In John XIX, 39-40 is found the following, “And there came also Nicodemus and brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes about a hundred pounds weights. “Then they took the body of Jesus and wound it in linen clothes with the spices, as the manner of the Jews is to bury.” There were many other drugs mentioned in the Bible. Among them are acacia, anise, calamus, mandrake, manna and sandalwood. However, for spiritual health, the Scriptures warn us against wickedness, “There is none to plead thy cause, that thou mayest be bound up: thou hast no heal- ing medicines.” C. E. A., ’41 Page Sixty-four •pjjarmakon l edmtgue of Cfjetotng um Since there are two method's of chewing gum, you all wish to acquire the best technique. This I am prepared to tell you about. Healthy jaws and white teeth are advertised on the best of gum wrappers you know. Have you gum of your favorite flavor? Some people prefer a large “cud” and then again others like a piece just large enough to fill that cavity in a back molar. Therefore, we observe that in quantity and quality, the gum is up to the individual chewer. A new stick of gum will want to be well molded and moistened in the mouth before actual chewing begins. Then you get the excellent flavor of this favorite pastime. As you move your jaws up and down on the gum, turn it with your tongue, then roll it around in your mouth. Flatten it out and roll it some more. While this is going on, keep your mouth open as much as possible. (I know it is difficult hut the knack will soon come and you’ll be doing it with case in no time, if you practice.) You will, no doubt, notice that the further you open your jaws the more noise it makes when it comes together on the gum. You are progressing very rapidly. Some people keep their jaws together and hardly chew at all (which is all right if the teacher does not like gum) but let other people know you’ve got some gum—it will make them hungry for it too, hence more sales for gum and more enjoyment. Make your pastimes work for you!!! If you are the nervous type you will want to chew rapidly. The slow, easy- going type will want to chew more slowly and lazily. No matter which type, you can make just as much noise as your neighbor, so don’t let that worry you. Here, I’d like to mention that practice makes perfect; so abiding by this, never give up, keep right at it and when you are more experienced you may try your hand (or should I say tongue) at snapping, or blowing bubbles with your gum. Those, however, come with a more advanced lesson. (Send three cents and self-addressed envelope and I will promptly send you my booklet called “Advanced Lessons for Gum Chewers.” Mail order promptly as the supply is limited. This is a very excellent book. I assure you that at one time the most expert gum chewers were my students.) Now I would advise, to make a polished chewer of yourself, that you find something that sets a good example for you to study. You may have a friend, possibly, who is a professional at the game, or if you haven’t, my best suggestion would be to get on friendly terms with a nice cow and contentedly watch her for a couple of hours, or more if necessary. Here you will find an old hand at chewing, and an excellent example. If you don’t get lockjaw or give up, in no time at all you’ll be a professional. Good luck to all you beginners!! Mary Knapp, ’44 Page Sixty-five gUembtc 8. C- $3. Jforeber It’s A. C. P. forever, Forever let it stand; It’s A. C. P. forever, The best school in the land. Beneath her glorious colors, We’ll stand and sing today, For A. C. P. forever Will be the college of our hearts always. So stand up and fight, men; Give them all you’re got— For A. G. P. must win tonight— Hurrah for Pharmacy. Bob Casi.er, ’41 ain 2Brooli Rain, rain, rain! I suppose I shouldn’t complain; Yet this flow of water disturbs Me, but not the forest herbs. A babbling, bubbling, struggling brook, At which I, sometimes, often look— Seems to curl, whirl, like a snake, That runs into a far away lake. Rain, rain, rain! I’ll stay behind the pane— ’Cause I can’t go walkin’ now, Since mud is over the plow. Rain, rain, rain! Take back that piercing pain That cuts my joy in two And makes me dismal, too. Rain, rain, rain! Why did you come again? Oh, those drops you’ve shaken Arc to make the buds awaken. Rain, rain, rain! I couldn’t have been sane When I cursed you above, For the flowers, I do love. J. L. B., ’42 Its waters are mysterious, deep and green, In them always may be seen Little fishes, who swish and dive, Then again—some dead on their sides. On the water at night, a sheen Caused by the glorious moon is seen; Upon the grassy banks, spring flowers grow; Through them the playful spring winds blow. Frogs croak from morn to morn, Bringing joy even to the forlorn. Gome one, come all—today or tomorrow; The little brook will remove your sorrow. J. L. B., ’42 Page Sixty-six lifjarmakon If your boy comes home from college still asking questions, he’s getting educated. If he comes home from his Freshman year and knows all the answers, he is going to Pharmacy. Girl (at house party): Let’s go out in the garden a minute. Savage: That’s a good idea. Let’s go out in the garden and cool off. Girl: Let’s stay inside. Life quite resembles a garden plot. You plant your little bulbs and seeds Up come lots of lovely flowers And a helluva bunch of weeds. Janis: Didn’t I hear you scream in your sleep? Brenda: Oh, no. That was the man I was chasing in my dream. We have just learned that Crumley didn’t find his chloride. It was just a mirage. If anyone wants to see him, he is trying to see if he can’t get permission to stay here till August. By the time you get this, it will be known, whether Bob Rees or Bob Casler is the Best man. Maybe Janis likes the name Bob. ®ooiuppe ’41 Good-bye Class of ‘41, We hate to have you go; We’ll miss those rays of sun. From you that always flow. No longer will we hear the noise Through our long spacious halls; Along with that your poise, Your smiles, laughs and all. No longer will you be late And have to see the Dean; You’ll depend more on fate. And on yourself you’ll lean. Good-bye Class of ’41— We hope you’ll miss us, too; As Alumni, back you’ll come, And memories we’ll renew. J. L. B„ ’42 Page Sixty-seven Senior Class 1940=1941 Alembic G. Edmund Alford Nathan Brooks Raymond Brumkr . Frederick Buck Robert Casler John Coughlin Thomas Covatta . John Delahunt Leonard Engleman Arthur Fuller Philip Honikel John Kneller John Lane . Samuel Mack Richard MacLaoger Charles Napoletan Rolland Peckham Joseph Peluso Chancellor Reed Lawrence Sass Bernard Shapiro Edward Skavina George Svirsky Armand Troie . . Cairo, New York . . Utica, New York Albany, New York Mexico, New York Millbrook, New York . Malone, New York Troy, New York . Clinton, New York . Ardsley, New York Kerhonkson, New York . . Albany, New York Attica, New York . Walton, New York . Oswego, New York . Lacona, New York . Syracuse, New York Bainbridge, New York Albany, New York . Oswego, New York Binghamton, New York Rochester, New York Albany, New York Ulster Park, New York West Springfield, New York Junior Cla££ 1940 1941 Norman Alterman . Peekskill, New York Janis Best . Claverack, New York Oren Bigelow Sherburne, New York Jack Caryl Whitesboro, New York Doris Colby Hudson Falls, New York Wilbert Cooper Hulett’s Landing, New York Paul Crumley Fort Ann, New York Thomas Czaplinski Poughkeepsie, New York Lester Decker New Platz, New York Albert DiDonna . Amsterdam, New York Fred Isabella Schenectady, New York Gerald Kaleta Rochester, New- York Bernard Kendall . Corinth, New York George King Mechanicville, New York Gerald Messia Troy, New York William Oberg Gloversville, New- York Alfred Poskanzer . . Albany, New York Robert Potenza Schenectady, New York Robert Rees . Hancock, New York Edward Rogers Antwerp, New York Arne Rovtg . Kingston, New- York Irving Sexton . Watertown, New York George Skinner Westford, New- York Warren Stone . Keese ville, Ncwr York Donald Swayze m . . Hudson, New York Brooks Wood . . . . . Dolgeville, New York Page Sixty-eight {jarmafeon i§ opf)omore Class 1940=1941 Francis Conroy Edmond Crandall . H. Russell Denegar Jacob Epstein Sister Mary Eugenia Francisco Garcia de Quevedo Bernard Goldberg Wai.ter Henning Geraldine Howard Edward Karazus Leo Katzman Allan MacCollam Richard Phelan Peret Savage Richard Scheutzow Arnold Shapiro William Thyne June Turner Joseph Verrastro . Walter Weltzien . Thomas Young Norwich, . Lacona, Germantown, . Buffalo, Albany, Santurcc, Bolton Landing, Poughkeepsie, Philmont, Amsterdam, . . Albany, . Kingston, Binghamton, Richfield Springs, . Oswego, . Rochester, . Gloversville, Schenectady, Troy, . Newburgh, Castlcton-on-H udson. New York New York New York New York New York Porto Rico New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York Jfresfjman Class 1940=1941 John Beeble James Burnham Prentiss Darringer Joseph Farina Louis Fratto George George Leo Gordon . Thomas Hanley . Edwin Hunting Mildred Israel Mary Knapp Thomas LoPresti . Richard Major John Mongiello Joseph Palisi Thomas Pitts Ida Rickey . Paul Rinaldi Zelma Schoenfeld Morrts Silverman . Jerome Stepnf.r Edward Sternfeld Frank Sweeney Nathan Werlin Watervlict, . . Albany, . Albany, Schenectady, . . Chester, . . Albany, . . Albany, . . Cohoes, . . Albany, . Newburgh, . . Sod us, . . Buffalo, Binghamton, Watervliet, . Kingston, . Rhinecliff, . Hudson, . Albany, Lake Placid, . Buffalo, . . Albany, Albany, Watervliet, . . Troy, New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York New York Page Sixty-nine McKesson robbins INCORPORATED ALBANY DIVISION ALBANY, N. Y. WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS When Health is in the Balance there can be no Compromise with Quality A N ALUMNUS Phone 3-3348 Dove at Lancaster F. W. CURTIS DRUG PAINT CO., INC. Wholesale and Retail Druggists 125-131 Congress St. and Fifth Ave. Troy, N. Y. Lunches — Sandwiches — Dinners ASWAD’S RESTAURANT 23 New Scotland Avenue Albany, N. Y. “Where College Men Eat” Student Laundry Service Socks Mended, Missing Buttons Replaced, Minor Repairs Made at No Added Charge. Shirts 18c. For Service Phone 5-3311 ALBANY’S FINEST LAUNDRY Seventy-one Janis: Why arc you spending so much time looking under the bed tonight, Doris. Doris: There is a circus in town. Janis: What has that got to do with it? Doris: I might overlook a midget. One Pharmacy Student: Oh. I’m shoeing shpotsh in front of my cyesh ! What shall I do? Second Student: Turn around and look the other way. Svirsky: Why don’t you love me any more? My guess is it’s because I am broke! Girl: You’re not even warm. Svirsky: Do I have to keep guessing? Girl: No, I just told you. What female member of the student body is thinking of joining the Marines? Bigelow: Between you and me, that blonde’s window is too high for us to see into. Kendall: Well, between you, me, and that lamp post, it shouldn’t be. Questioner: Are you an animal lover? Frankie: Y'es, I love them all except the ones I start seeing about three o’clock in the morning. Did you hear about the absent-minded professor who gave the co-ed marks on her neck instead of on her paper? Brumer: Baby, I want you to know that I am a self-made man. Girl: Yeah, well who interrupted you ? Father: What are you doing in the wine cellar, Paul ? Crumley: I’m emptying the bottles to make room for a bomb shelter. Rees: Ilcy, can you keep your mouth shut? Skinner: I certainly can. Rees: Well, hold this bottle of scotch for a minute. Most girls attain their ends by not taking enough exercise. Rees on morning train: Hi! King: I’ll shay I am. REDMOND BRAMLEY OIL CO., INC. Atlantic Refining Co. Distributors ATLANTIC WHITE FLASH GASOLINE FURNACE AND FUEL OILS Albany, New York Rensselaer, New York GIVE THEM A TRY R B LUNCHEONETTE (Formerly Poon’s) (Under New Management) Lunches — Sandwiches — Sodas 425 Quail Street Albany, N. Y. THE R. H. FINEGAN PHARMACY R. H. Finegan, Ph.G., Prop. Phone 2-9866 — 2-9296 1182 Western Avenue Albany, N. Y. COMPLIMENTS DELUXE RESTAURANT An Excellent Eating Place With an Excellent Reputation OF BOULEVARD CAFETERIA WE CATER TO STUDENTS Meal Tickets: $3.00—$3.50—$4.75—$5.00 Phone 5-9218 412 Madison Ave. Albany, N. Y. Established 1797 One Hundred Forty Years of Service and Friendship with Pharmacists We Strongly Indorse the Idea of the Service Wholesaler And Hope to Be of Service to You JOHN L. THOMPSON SONS CO. River Street Troy, N. Y. Seventy-three Janis: Bob and I have parted forever. Doris: What? But I thought you said he was one in a thousand. Janis: He was, but he found out about the other 999. Brooks: May I have the day off to get married? Boss: And what little fool would marry you, a fifteen-a-week clerk? Brooks: Your daughter, sirl Employer: Do you know the ins and outs of this business? MacLaggcr: Sure, in at ten and out at three! “Brumcr says that where he came from, everybody thought he was a genius; “Then why doesn’t he go back where he came from ?” “I guess it was no fun being a hermit.” Shapiro: “Such an extraordinary profile! I wish you’d pose for me!” Doris: “Oh, arc you a portrait painter?” Shapiro: “No, I make silhouettes for Halloween decorations.” The modern girl conceals her brains under her hats. Alford: What is your favorite summer sport? Casler: Canoeing! It improves my swimming. Sass says that the trouble with weak sisters is that they usually have husky- brothers. Swayze wondered if his moustache added a thrill to his kisses. So, last summer he went to the circus and kissed the bearded lady. She: I though you said this was the best movie in town ! Caryl: Well, have you ever sat in a darker back row? Deneger: What luck, ten miles from town and no jack. Girl: Didn’t you bring your check-book? THE VAN HEUSEN CHARLES CO. ill 468-470 Broadway Albany, N. Y. iiiii !!:! KAPPA PSI JEWELRY l! DIAMONDS Ii! CLOCKS iij LEATHER GOODS jii FURNITURE GIFTWARES WATCHES CHINA GLASSWARE LAMPS FRATERNITY PERFUMES AND STATIONERY iij 3-4258 — 3-4259 Est. 1898 ::: DANKER FLOWERS 121 North Pearl Street ALBANY LABORATORIES, INC. MANUFACTURING CHEMISTS Chemical — Drugs Ph armaceuti cals Phones: 4-1747 — 4-6388 HI 67 Howard St. Albany, N. Y. BRADT DRUG CO., INC. “The Store of Courteous Service” Broadway and Steuben Street Opposite Union Station Albany, N. Y. HERBERT E. REYNOLDS, Prop. Dial 4-0301 We Deliver PEPSI-COLA is made only by Pepsi-Cola Company, Long Island City, N. Y. Authorized Bottler: f Name of local bottler lo be inserted here; PEPSI-COLA ALBANY BOTTLING CO., INC. Tel. 4-4911 Seventy-five A. HAGAMAN CO. BAKERS 877-885 Madison Ave. ALBANY BRANCH STORES 1108 Madison Ave. 132 Quail St. 105 Central Ave. 198 Lark St. 376 Delaware Ave. 10 Steuben St. 915 Hudson Ave. 17 Clinton Ave. TROY BRANCH STORE 32 Fourth St. For House-to-House Service FRO-JOY ICE CREAM and GUERNSEY CREAM CREST MII.K jjj “Sealtest Supervised” ill Phone 4-0171 Albany, N. Y. J Take off refreshed Telephone 8-2226 Established 1905 HONIKEL’S PHARMACY Harry F. Honikel, Ph.G. Philip Honikel, Ph.G. Prescriptions Our Specialty Phones 4-2306—3-9315 157 Central Ave. Albany, N. Y. Compliments of HARRY’S TAVERN Where You Meet for a Good Time 301 Lark Street, near Madison j j I j Photographs by THE FRUMKIN STUDIO 52 North Pearl Street Albany, N. Y. Portrait Photgraphy — Motion Pictures Compliments of HERBERT’S “A Good Place to Meet Your Friends” Seventy-six THE DRUG STORE TISSUE l!| With A. P. W. Satin Tissue the druggist HI makes a long profit on a toilet tissue of HI unexcelled quality. HI The 2,000 sheets per roll mean a real HI economy for your customers. Ijj This sheer, soft jSj tissue is avail- ill able in pure III white and popu- jjl lar colors to ill Ijj match bathroom jjj color schemes, ill | A. P. W. PAPER COMPANY, INC. § Albany, N. Y. ALBANY HARDWARE IRON CO. 39-43 State Street, Albany, N. Y. Specializing in Fine Sports Equipment Golf Tennis Baseball Sport Clothing Kodaks Cine Kodaks Kodak Supplies Parker Fountain Pens ss; Ul Ijj BOWL YOUR CARES AWAY iii TEL. 5-9216 SCHADE’S BOWLING ACADEMY Eight Most Modem Alleys in the City lil 328 CENTRAL AVENUE ALBANY, N. Y. I ALBANY il 4-5331 One of the Prerequisites of a Progressive Drug Store TROY 2715 Real Home Made Ice Cream Seventy-seven P. J. CHIORE COMPLIMENTS OF Mayfair Barber Shop NORMAN S KILL FARM DAIRY ill :i: Where Style Is the Keynote Golden Gurnscy Milk ill Madison Avenue near New Scotland Velvet Ice Cream ill THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO. COMPLIMENTS OF Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Leads, Oils, jjl WASHINGTON TAVERN Enamels, Brushes and Painters’ Specialties III Phone 2-9787 560 Madison Ave. 480 BROADWAY ARCADE jj; Albany, N. Y. ill jij Dial 5-4558 Dial 4-6940 ALBANY CAMERA SHOP, INC. “Photographic Headquarters” GLEASON COMPANY, INC. |!i Manufacturing Scholastic Jewelers ill Kodaks and Photo Supplies Dance Favors Dance Programs HI Sound on Film Projectors Athletic Awards 204 W ashington Avenue 683 Broadway Albany, N. Y. jjj I “Say It With Flowers” GREEN’S STATIONERY ARRAY FLORIST OFFICE FURNITURE Dial 3-4255 FOUNTAIN PENS DESK SETS LOOSE LEAF BOOKS jjl 7-9 South Pearl Street GIFTS We Telegraph Flowers to GREETING CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS | All Parts of the World Phone 3-3155 National Savings Bank Building 8-16 Green Street, near State Seventy-eight Honors Awarded the L. S. M. A. 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FORT ORANGE PRESS, Inc. School Annual Publications ALBANY, N. Y. PRINTING ENGRAVINGS COVERS BINDING RHEINGOLD’S PHARMACY J. Rheingold, Ph.G., Prop. PRESCRIPTION SPECIALIST Lark St. at Hudson Ave., Albany, N. Y. GOWNS, HOODS, CAPS for Discriminating Students by America’s Pioneer Manufacturer COTRELL AND LEONARD, INC. Established 1832 Oldest and Largest Maker in This Country Albany, N. Y. MADISON LIQUOR WINE CO. Inc. 1060 Madison Avenue PROMPT FREE DELIVERY Phone 8-3565 H. O. Peterson, Pres. ALBANY SURGICAL CO. Prescriptions and Patents Surgical Supplies Medical Oxygen Wheel Chairs and Hospital Beds 214 Lark Street Albany, N. Y. GREETINGS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1941 COMPLIMENTS OF THE SPECTOR PHARMACY MINICK’S DELICATESSEN The 1941 Staff of the ALEMBIC PHARMAKON wishes to thank the advertisers of this edition. We hope that our readers will reciprocate by patronizing these firms. EDMUND ALFROD GEORGE SVIRSKY Eighty