Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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j wesley McCullough (Reds) 2017 E. Monmouth Street, Philadelphia Born : June 9, 1927 Course: General ami Patternmaking Honors: Dramatic Club, J-2 to S-2; Casts: Three Marines on Guadalcanal ; Echelon Platoon, ’44; Activities Night Project; Glee Club, S-2. Constant companionship with football and the daily sport pages has given Sandy” the reputation of being one of the class’ fore¬ most outdoor men and admirers of athletes. The determination of this lad, bis carefree manner, his famous red hair, and skill for transforming wood into ornamental work assure him of a profitable future. JAMES G McKEOWN (Mac) Aiken Avenue, Berwyn Born: February 22, 1928 Course: Regular and Machine Shop Honors: Lieutenant In Battalion, J-2 to S-2; Glee Club, S-2; Echelon Platoon, ’43. We shall all remember Mac” for his prowess on the soccer field, as well as for his happy-go-lucky attitude. He will always be able to make and hold a good place in life. Best of luck, Mac”! ANTONIO PERNICELLO (Tony) 6144 Wheeler Street, Philadelphia Born: December 14, 1926 Course: Regular and Drafting Honors: Baseball, ’43, ’44; Conference Committee, J-l to S-l; Student Council, J-l, S-l, S-2; Dramatic Club, J-l; Casts: Prologue to Glory, Vision of Simon Bolivar; Echelon Platoon, ’43; Captain in Battalion, S-2; Color Guard, ’43, ’44; Contrib¬ uting Editor, Girard Magazine; National Honor Society, S-2. Tony is a colorful character. A versatile athlete, our best dancer, a good looker—there he is! As captain of his company, Tony shows his real quality of leadership. As far as his accomplishments in society go — well, that’s another story! There isn’t the least doubt in our minds that Tony will lead a quiet but successful life. LOUIS JOSEPH PICARILLE (Luj) 34 E. Wister Street, Germantown, Pa. Born: June 1, 1927 Course: Regular and Stenographic Honors: Band, 7-A to 1-2; Bronze, Silver, and Gold Type¬ writing Awards. The teachers know Luj as a sincere and serious student, but the class knows him as an easy-going, unhurried fellow headed for big things in the commercial world. His neat habits have made his accomplishments of the past all the more outstanding, and his wit and friendliness have been welcomed by all. iQ45 fflorinttitan [ 27 ]

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FREDERICK W KIRSCH (Fred) Erie, Pa. Born: March 7, 1927 Course: General and Clerical Honors : Manager of Color Trade, S-2; Glee Club, J-2 to S-2; Dramatic Club, J-l to S-2; Casts: In the Zone, Rising of the Moon, Little Father of the Wilderness, Three Marines on Guadalcanal; Corporal in Battalion, S-2. Fred is one of those fellows we just will not forget. His man¬ aging of the Color Trade brought about one of the most suc¬ cessful seasons in years. MORRIS B. KOFF (Morrie) 883 N. Holly Street, Philadelphia Born : March 23, 1928 Course: Regular and Chemistry Honors: Band, 7-B to S-2; Glee Club, S-2; Orchestra, S-2; Swing Band; Fencing Team, 2-1 to J-l; Dramatic Club, J-l to S-2; Activities Night, ’44; Casts: Prologue to Glory, Three Ma¬ rines on Guadalcanal, In the Zone, Christmas Carol; Radio Broadcast: Junior Town Meeting of the Air; Contributing Editor, Girard Magazine; Corinthian Staff. Morrie’s flair for dramatics is well emphasized in his list of honors. His talents, however, do not terminate in this field; he was one of our class’ outstanding musicians. We feel sure that Morrie’s keen mind will help him overcome any obstacles in his path to success. FRANCIS EDWARD LEAVENS (Franny) 1211 S. Millick Street, Philadelphia Born: December 7, 1927 Course: General and Carpentry Honors: Band, 7-A to 2-2; Corporal in Battalion, J-l to S-2; Echelon Platoon, ’43. Franny” may best be described by the adage, A friend in need is a friend indeed.” Always willing to lend a helping hand, he assumes responsibilities modestly. Unique possessor of a rare sense of humor which invariably is the center of many a gab- fest,” Franny” is always able to hold his own in a friendly argu¬ ment or on the dance floor. PIETRO LOTTO (Pete) 71 S. Lexington Avenue, White Plains, New York Born: January 1, 1928 Course: Regular and Clerical Honors: Band, 7-A to S-2; Orchestra, S-l, S-2; Penmanship Award, Second Prize; President of Class, J-l; American Legion Award, 7-A; House Trophy, 7-A; Glee Club, J-2 to S-2; Sergeant in Band, S-2. Pete’s laughter always makes a dull place cheerful. Possessing great imagination and a sensible mind, he is often able to solve many of our problems. Besides being a good musician, Pete is a star on the playing fields. So long to joviality and friendliness which we shall never forget. (Earitttljimt January

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FREDERICK H. PIERCE (Fred) 1236 E. Fletcher Street, Philadelphia Born: April 2, 1928 Course: Regular and Cabinet Making Honors: Manual Arts Prize, 6-A; Orchestra, 1-1 to S-2; Lead¬ er of Orchestra, S-2; Sergeant in Signal Corps; Glee Club, J-2 to S-2; Fencing Team, ’43, ’44; Captain of Fencing Team, ’44; Corinthian Staff. His interest in photography has given him the position of Pho¬ tography Editor on our Corinthian Staff. Fred does well in chemistry, foil and saber play, and so well in music that he was elected to the position of Student Leader of the Orchestra. He is a success now, and we are sure that he will be after he leaves BENJAMIN A POLSEMEN (Benny) 1122 South Street, Philadelphia Born: April 4, 1927 Course: Regular and Patternmaking Honors: Fencing Team, 2-1 to J-2. Perseverance and exactness best describe Ben. His willingness to work hard will undoubtedly help him attain his foremost am¬ bition ... a career in medicine. From his past record, we know he will succeed. MANLEY PRUSSEL (Mort) 5828 Penn Street, Philadelphia Born: April 29, 1928 Cows: : R gu ar and Sheet Metal The best things come in small packages.” Mort is no exception. Always ready with a hearty greeting, he is one of the most lik¬ able fellows we know. His cheerfulness, broad and warming smile, and his frankness and sincerity in all that he does have made him universally popular. Certainly he will never go without friends. The best of luck to you always! CHARLES JOHN REED (Chuck) 5647 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia Born: November 26, 1927 Course: General and Machine Shop Honors: Band, 7-A to S-l; Corporal in Band, S-l; Glee Club, S-l, S-2; Lieutenant Quartermaster, S-2; Soccer, ’44. If Chuck ' s” recipe for success doesn’t lie in his good looks and ambition, then it must be his fine personality which attracts so many friends. His girl friends , although numerous, never inter¬ fere with his school work. His ambition, to make life easier for his mother, will surely be fulfilled. Leadership in the battalion, music, and athletics prove this. Good luck, Chuck”; we’ll not forget you. fflorintljtan January [ 28 ]