Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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DAVID GAMBACORTO Dave) President 1934 South 21st Street, Philadelphia Born: December 22, 1926 Course: General and Foundry Honors: President of Class, J-l, S-2; Swimming, ’40-’41, ’41-’42, ’42-’43; Junior Life-Saving Certificate; Senior Life- Saving Certificate; President of Life-Saving Club, S-l; Captain in Battalion, S-2. Mermaid” Dave’s proficiency in the water and on the drill field only skim the surface of his well of skills. He was the ”guardian angel” of the class, as his lei cl-headedness spirited us towards greater attainments. He is held in the highest regard. Dear Classmates: The time has come at last when our graduation is at hand. The day to which we have all so eagerly looked forward is be¬ fore us. As we terminate our stay here at Girard, we see the future bedecked with promising visions of careers, homes, and families. We also glance back at the past piled high with happy memories of a decade spent at work and play together here at school. We are, each and every one of us, indebted in no small way to the care given us by housemasters and governesses up and down the Main Road, to the friendly and helpful advice of our hosts and hostesses at social functions, and to the people in Allen who made our final term such an enjoyable one. Today we do not go into a world that previously enabled each man to follow whatever line of work he chose; instead we go into one that has been shattered. It is still being torn, and some of us will be asked to help make it a better place in which to live. We shall not shirk this duty. We shall do the job as true sons of Girard. And now I want each of you to know that though we separate we shall meet again. Ever in our thoughts will dwell the memories of well cultivated friendships. Being your leader has been a high distinction. I shall always regard you as my brothers. Best of luck to you all, and may you live the best life possible. Sincerely and affectionately yours, David Gambacorto (Elf? (Eurintbiau [ 12 ] January

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PHILIP PATRICK PAOLETTI (Rip) Vice-President 12 Williams Road, Garrett Hill, Pa. Born: September 22, 1925 Course: General and Carpentry Honors: Vice-President of Class, S-2; Conference Committee, S-l; Captain in Battalion, S-2; Track, ’40, ’41, ’42 ’43; Soccer, ' ’41, ’42, ’43; Basketball, ’42-’43, ’43-’44; Captain of Soccer Squad, ’43. The most laugh-at-life fellow we know is Rip . Being short in stature has never precluded his taking an active part in Girard athletics. In soccer and track he dished out some tough opposition, too. May his contagious laugh take him to ROBERT HENRY BERNHARDT (Bernie) Secretary Box 82, Gordon, Pa. Born: December 3, 1926 Course: Academic and Stenography Honors: Secretary of Class, J-l to S-2; Band 7-A to S-2; 1st Lieutenant, S-2; Orchestra, J-l to S-2; Conference Com¬ mittee, J-2, S-l; Track Manager, ’43; Student Council, 2-2, J-l; Glee Club, J-2, S-2; Vic e-President, Glee Club, S-2. Worth his weight in gold; that’s Boh. Congenial, modest, sincere. Bob was voted the most amiable fellow in the class, a position he easily fills. He will have no trouble in influencing people towards the best. DONALD PEREIRA ALVAREZ (Don) Treasurer 134 South 56th Street, Philadelphia Born: April 12, 1926 Course: Academic and Accounting Honors: Treasure of Class, S-2; Lieutenant in Battalion, S-2; Student Council, S-2; John Humphrey’s Prize, S-2; Glee Club, J-2 to S-2; Secretary of Dramatic Club, S-2; Cast: What Men Live By, Abe Lincoln Sketch, Prologue to Glory; Conference Committee, J-l; Contributing Editor, Girard Mag¬ azine; Cheerleader, ’43, ’44; Glee Club, President, S-2. Don’s unique sense of humor and go-getting attitude made him the popular young man about the campus.” With his cheerful inclinations towards the opposite sex and versatility, we’re certain he’ll extract the full enjoyment from life. LAWRENCE THOMAS BACCILE (Larry) 2639 South 16th Street, Philadelphia Born: December 23, 1926 Course: Academic and Stenography Honors: Band, 7-A to S-2; Captain of Band, S-2; Orchestra, S-2; Glee Club, S-2;; Corinthian Staff. Full of the humor if life, yet aware of its demands and oppor¬ tunities is Padre,” a class member who well deserved the leader¬ ship of the Band. A hardworking student, he will easily and efficiently fulfil any obligation placed upon him. Sty? (ftprintfoan 19 44