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

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A native of Bridgeport, Connecticut, Dan chose A.C.P. for his formal education in Pharmacy. As far as we are concerned, this was a good move because Dan is truly a great guy. Always a pleasure to talk to, be with and work with, he has earned and kept the friendship of all with whom he has come in contact. During his four years here at the college he has been a typical hard working student. In his senior year his toils resulted in a grant by the Daw' Drug Company—this, we will all agree wholeheartedly, he richly deserved. A staunch member of Kappa Psi, he has done no little part in making the fraternity tick. Diligence and enthusiasm seem to be characteristic of Dan in all that he undertakes. Little wonder then that he has maintained his position in his years at school. Dan is one of the members of the class planning to tie the knot soon after graduation. We know that the lucky girl is really getting a man who can’t help but be successful. We certainly want to wish them all the happiness in the world. Daniel C. Carter K P “Dan Kappa Psi 1, 2, 3. 4; Athletic Commission 3; A.Ph.A. 3, 4. Alejandro Chacon “Al A.Ph.A. 4; Camera Club 4. Al could be termed as a fellow having had as interesting a background as any member of our class. Upon entering the Air Force in 1942, he attended the University of Michigan for three semesters under the Army Specialized Training Program and then was sent to the European theater of operations assigned to a Flying Fortress squadron. There his particular task was to intercept Ger- man messages, translate them and alert American bases of impend- ing attacks. After the war had ended, he was assigned the interest- ing undertaking of translating captured German documents. Upon his discharge, Al entered A.C.P. in the fall of 1947 and completed three and one-half years before being forced to leave school to enter a Veterans Administration Hospital. He remained there for two and one-half years and then returned to school to complete his Senior year in 1953. Most of us did not know Al before he had to leave and are truly happy that he decided to return, since his ready wit and intelligence has been appreciated greatly by us. 21

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William J. Calitri, B.S. TCP “Bill” Graduate of University of Rochester 1951 ; Kappa Fsi 2, 3, 4; A.Ph.A. 2, 3, 4. liill came to us during our Sophomore year and we’ll be talking about the impact with which he landed for many a year. He had graduated from the University of Rochester as a pre-dental major the previous June and was unable to attend dental school due to injuries received during World War II. Because of the war his higher education was belated until 1947 when he entered the U. of R., as he prefers to call it. None of us is sorry that Bill decided to attend A.C.P. because his humor and sincere friendship are true prizes. lie always manages to say something or do something that will serve to keep him in our memory long after graduation. Bill also lacked little to be desired as a student. In September of 1951 Bill took a deep breath and took that long walk down the aisle and came to us with his bride. Ann, who has helped him immeasurably during his years at A.C.P. Little Kathleen, who was born in February. 1953. is perhaps Bill’s greatest pride, and justifiably so. Good things always happen to good guys! Underneath his ever present smile and easy going disposition is a desire to make good. Bill, you can’t miss! John Caputo, or Monkeyman”, must be designated, without a doubt, as the most humorous, effervescent personality in our select group of “Bon Vivants”. Hailing from Watcrbury, Connecticut, John has distinguished himself by his perseverance in study, and his accomplishments in fraternal and extracurricular activities. He has established many friends among both faculty and student body through his sempi- ternal joviality and ready wit as well as Iris famous “Monkey Call”. Rumor has it that John will be “swinging” down the aisle shortly after graduation. If so. he can be sure that the good wishes of all his friends for wedded bliss will be “chattering” after him. John J. Caputo MX “Cheela” Junior Varsity Basketball 1: Phi Delta Chi 2, 3, 4; A.Ph.A. 4; Santa Claus at Phi Delta Chi Christmas Dances 3, 4: Glee Club 4; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Delegate to Phi Delta Chi National Con- vention 4. 20 v

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“Sam” A.Ph.A. 3. 4; Treasurer of A.Ph.A. 4; Phi Delta Chi 2, 3, 4; Phi Delta Chi Secretary 3; Phi Delta Chi Corresponding Secretary 4; Class President 3; Junior Prom Com- mittee 3; Newman Club 3, 4; Assistant Editor of Alembic Piiarmakon 4. Sam came to our institution of higher learning directly from Highland Falls High School, where it is rumored that he left quite an impression, both scholastically and athletically. We feel that Sam’s record here at A.C.P. speaks pretty well for itself. Scholastically, he has been tops, and we are proud to have been associated with him during our stay at the college. Sam’s untiring sense of humor will long be remembered by all who have had the pleasure of claiming his acquaintance. His pleasing disposition and eagerness to be of help are only two of the many attributes which are combined into this one outstanding personality. Sam’s leadership ability was excellently displayed when he assumed the presidency of the Junior class and gave us one of the best Junior Proms ever seen at A.C.P. Sam’s future plans include a brief stay in the army of dear old Uncle Sam and then possibly graduate school. Whatever your plans, Sam, we are sure that your success is inevitable, and may the best of luck always be yours. Pierre, who arrived with nary a spark, turned out to be a “Roman Candle” sparkling our four years at A.C.P. with his wit and humor. Usually a gay blade, the Brubacher crowd has noticed a far- away look in his eyes since he lost his ping-pong partner, Doc Young. The eye sharpens, however, at the mention of a doubles match by any of his numerous friends. Ilis stories about his mythical relatives, printed periodically in the Mortar Pestle, have rivaled the Hickman “kinfolk” tales. Many a night went sleepless listening to the far-flung adventures of our alopccious apothecary. By the way, Ed, “Have you ever been to Mexico City?” Edwin Comins PUT “Pierre” Rho Pi Phi 2, 3, 4; Humor Editor of Mortar and Pestle 4; Social Editor of Mortar and Pestle 3; Athletic Commission 3, 4; Publicity Director of Athletic Com- mission 3; A.Ph.A. 3, 4; Student Chapter Red Cross 1; Humor Editor of Alembic Pharmakon.