Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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BERNARD J. FISHER (Bernie) 3117 W. Clifford Street, Philadelphia. Born: November 26, 1927 Course: General and Carpentry Honors: Referee in Building Soccer, S-2. Always willing to do his bit, Bernie is a sure success. Although he is a consistent joker, he knows when to be serious. His neat appear¬ ance and friendly, gullible manner will not be forgotten for a long time. a GEORGE A. FREYER (George 2705 W. Somerset Street, Philadelphia Born: February 28, 1928 Course: Academic and Sheet Metal Honors: Dromotic Club, J-l to S-2; Cast: Little Father in the Wilderness, The Lion ' s Whelp, Christmas Carol , Activities Night, ' 43, ' 44; Cast: ' Tale of Two Cities , Magic Exhibition; Special Art Class, ' 41 to ' 43; Short Story Award, First, ' 45 Girard Maaazine Staff, S-2. The Dramatic Club will sorely miss the excellent performances George gives. He is the sociolite ployboy of the class. George ' s pleasing personality is o great asset ond so ore his performances in magic. ROBERT GRANT (Bob) 2028 S. 23d Street, Philadelphia. Born: April 8, 1928 Course: General and Machine Shop Honors: Activities Night, ' 44; Pan American Day Celebration, ' 44 Bob is a placid, reticent, sincere classmate. His perseverance is admired by all. Another potential athlete, Bob ' s stature interfered, but we ' ll be waiting for the good news of his undoubted success. THOM A. GRAY (Tom) 3716 Bouvier Street, Philadelphia. Born: December 29, 1928 Course: Academic and Electricity Honors: Dramatic Club, J-2; Activities Night, ' 44; Echelon Platoon. Tom was by far the Class ' wittiest member. Being able to say the right thing at the right time gives him this distinction Here ' s hoping that the world will appreciate him as we have. Clihr ffinrinihtatt January

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RICHARD EDSELL (Edi Wyolusing, Pa. Born: February 26, 1928 Course: Academic and Drafting Honors: Soccer, ' 45; Lieutenant in Battalion, S-2. Wyolusing ' s contribution to our Class is quiet, easy-going Ed. Al¬ though somewhat reticent, his timely-executed sarcasm is always becoming and pertinent to the occasion. Ed is one fellow who will certainly keep the world afire. PETER DAVID EVANOFF iPete) 2537 Natrona Street, Philadelphia. Born: December 26 , 1928 Course: Academic and Electricity Honors: Soccer, ' 45; Glee Club, S-l, S-2; Activities Night, ' 43, 44, Lieutenant in Battalion, S-2; Echelon Platoon, ' 44, ' 45. A block off the old chip; that ' s Pete. Always thinking of others, he will always be held in our highest esteem. Indispensable in the Electric Shop now, Pete will be an electrical engineer hard to surposs. WILLIAM EVANS (Bill) 197 Brown Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Born: April 19, 1928 Course: General and Machine Shop Honors: Glee Club, J-2 to S-2; Life Scout; Sergeant Quartermaster, J-2 to S-l, and Lieutenant, S-2, in Battalion. You might say that Bill has a contagious likableness, and the Class will verify that fact. People just naturally like Bill because of his ex¬ treme friendliness. We ' re go ng to miss that sonorous laugh echoing through the corridors. Here ' s to you, Bill EDWIN L. FINKEL Ed) Valedictorian 4131 Cambridge Street, Philadelphia. Born: November 5, 1929 Course: Academic and Bookkeeping Honors: Glee Club, J-2, S-2; Activities Night, ' 44; Sergeant in Bond, S-l; Sergeant in Battalion, J-2, Orchestra, S-l, S-2; Essay Contest, What Music Hos Done For Me, First, J-2; Girard Magazine Staff, S-2; Piono Prizes, First and Second; Silver and Gold Typing Medals. Ed excelled in the scholastic program. Being a diligent worker, he overcame many seemingly difficult tasks with ease. How can we forget Ed as an excellent pianist, whose music was enjoyed by all? We know he will continue to do os good work after he leaves Girard. Great success to our C. P. A. 1946 fflnrititlitan [ 23 ]

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ROBERT B. HARGREAVES (Bob ' 21 27th Street, Astoria, L.l. Born: August 16, 1928 Course: Academic and Drafting Honors: Sergeant in Battalion, S-2; Echelon Platoon, ' 43; Senior Life Saving Certificate. Bob is the cute member of the Class. His never-say-die spirit made him a notable figure. Bob ' s wide-awake attitude, coupled with his natural intelligence, has left a deep impression with us. DANIEL J. HUSSEY (Don ' 7341 Bouvier Street, Philadelp hia Born. June 5, 1928 Course; Academic and Machine Shop Honors- Basketball, ' 43- ' 44, ' 44- ' 45; Soccer, ' 43, ' 44, ' 45, Lieutenant on Staff, S-l, Capfoin in Battalion, S-2; Student Council, S-l, S-2; Captain of Soccer Team, ' 45. Dan is worth his weight in gold on the athletic field. He showed his ability as a leader by captaining the soccer team, and also Company B. The Class is proud to call such a performer one of its own. HAROLD ROBERT IRVIN (Hap Kennett Square, Pa. Born: October 31, 1928 Courses: Academic and Stenography Honors: Lieutenant in Battalion, S-2; Glee Club, S-2; Girard News, S-2; Girard Magazine, S-l; Soccer, ' 45; Activities Night, ' 44; Pan American Doy Celebration, ' 44. Hap is one fellow whose genial personality will be hard to forget. Keeping high the standards set by his brother on the soccer field, Hap has sparked the team to many victories. Not to be outdone in literary achievement, he has written for every publication on the campus, a feat to be envied. His looks have stolen many a fair maiden. RAYMOND KAPLAN (Ray) 4516 Warnock Street, Philadelphia. Born: April 28, 1929 Course: Academic and Drafting Honors: Swimming, ' 44- ' 45, ' 45- ' 46; Junior Life Saving Certificate, ' 41; Senior Life Saving Certificate, ' 45; Sergeant in Battalion, S-2, A. A. U. First Prize Fifty Yard Free Style-Novice. Ray is our outstanding chlorine kid. Energetic and studious, he held the respect of teachers and students alike. Artistically inclined, tranquil, and cheerful, Ray will be remembered a long time. (IIljp (Enrintliian 1946