Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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The Corinthian WILLIAM EUGENE LIBERTY (Willie) Box 26, New Stanton, Pa. Born-. December 31, 1937 Course: General and Auto Shop Activities: President of Senior Class; Student Council, ’5 0 to ’5 5; Chair¬ man, House Committee, ’5 3, ’54; Chairman, Athletic Committee, ’54, ’5 5; Centennial Pageant, ’48; Sergeant, Battalion, ’51, ’52, ’53; Lieutenant, Bat¬ talion, ’53, ’54; Captain, Co. C., ’54, ’5 5; Baseball, ’5 5; Commissioner, Intra¬ mural Soccer, ’52, ’53; Captain, Intramural Soccer, ’52, ’53; Intramural Soccer All-Stars, ’53; Treasurer, Rifle Club, ’54, ’5 5. A capable class officer, an able captain in the Battalion, anti a good athlete. Bill ' s abilities should carry him far. Good luck, Bill! Dear Classmatess This graduation which we have been anticipating for many years has finally arrived; we must now say farewell to a truly wonderful school and a fine group of classmates. Although many of us may never see each other again, we will remember and cherish the good times we had together at Girard. Let us never forget the many benefits so generously bestowed upon its by our foster father, Stephen Girard. And may we forever remember and ap¬ preciate our most able and adept instructors for the time and effort they have so enthusiastically given us. Not only have we been trained well academically, but we have been given the best of vocational training offered to young men. May we ever bear this in mind and use it to its fullest extent. Classmates, ue are leaving the sheltering atmosphere of Girard and enter¬ ing a world beset with many problems. We, as Girardians, must not falter; we must not fall by the wayside. We must face all problems manfully, never deviating but always striving for the higher ideals in life. Be proud of yourself. Be proud of the Class of 19 5 5. Be proud of Girard. Face the future with an open mind to do what is right and strive to uphold the high standards set by our older Girard brothers. 1 wish to express my sincere appreciation to you for bestowing upon me the honor of being your class president and thank you for your cooperation throughout the year. May God bless and keep you. May Flis eyes shine upon you, enlighten and guide you forever. Sincerely, ( l l dliam t..

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Class of June, 1955 7 Mt We looked forward to our new building eagerly. Even the name Seniors , implied the zenith of character, society, and knowledge. And gradually, as we moved toward June 16, 1955, the pro¬ cess of maturity did take place in Allen Hall. The building itself was renovated for our comfort and accommodation; the staff was also changed. Therefore, at the beginning of our Senior year we found new housemasters, as well as new paint, new furniture, and new rooms. The new men were Mr. Mayes, from our Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Mr. Zdanowicz, from the State of Maine. Mr. Lander— Pop to everyone—also moved with the class from Bordeaux Hall to Allen. This was the new Allen Hall. Then there were the fine men who have been with the Senior classes for years. These housemasters, Drs. Zeil and White, had to take upon their shoulders the business of showing the ropes not only to the new class (which was, initially, almost one hundred boys) but also to the new housemasters. And a com¬ plete job they did of both endeavors. Soon we were well-acquainted with Dr. Zeil ' s vests, Dr. Whit e ' s businesslike manner, Mr. Lander ' s multi-lingual check-up reminders, Mr. Zdanowicz and his tall tales and sports knowledge, and Mr. Mayes ' brotherly friendliness and temperamental automobile. Also in residence in Allen Hall were Mr. Cunningham (so helpful to many college-minded fellows) and his charming wife. As a result of this balance on the staff of varied ages and equally varied experience, our class became aware of many of the interesting facets of the life into which we soon would be plunged, and we are now prepared to go forth from Allen Hall to the world of today as eager citizens. Bock Row: Dr. White, Mr. Lander, Dr. Zeil Front Row: Mr. Zdanowicz, Mrs. Zdanowicz, Mr. Mayes

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PHILIP ROLAND BLANKENSTEIN (Phil) 2453 Northland Avenue, York, Pa. Born: March 27, 1937 Course: General and Stenographic Activities: Echelon, ’52, ’53; Captain Adutant, ’53 to ’54; Cadet Major, ’54, 5 5; Track, 54, 5 5; Captain, Wrestling, 54, 55 ; Rifle Club Treasurer, ’5 3; Junior Choir, ’51; Glee Club, ’53, ’54, ’5 5; Cultural Olympics, ’5 3; Dramat¬ ic Club, ’5 3; Cast: Adventures of Mr. Pickwick and the Statue ; National Honor Society, ’54, ’5 5; Secretary of National Honor Society, ’54, ’5 5; President, Student Council, ’54, ’5 5; Student Center, ’54, ’5 5; President, Student Body, ’54, ’5 5. Leadership, Scholarship, Citizenship, Sportsmanship, and Character. Phil has all these characteristics and many more. His pleasant personality and excellent leadership were truly an asset to the student body and class. Dear Fellow Students, When I have to leave the place that has been my home for ten years, it means leaving all the friends that have been like brothers to me. Yes, brothers who had enough faith to elect me as their Student Body Pres¬ ident. Today ends my duties of this office. Tomorrow a new President of the Student Body will occupy my pos¬ ition. His job will not be an easy one. Your individual confidence, support, and cooperation will be needed to make this difficult job much easier. Girard is truly a great school, and it is up to you as undergraduates to work with your student repre¬ sentative organization to better yourself and your school. I want you to look back over the past years when you graduate, as l am doing now, and say to yourself with proud hearts and minds that you are leaving a job well Yes, Next to Being an American, It is Great to be a Girardian.” I’m proud to say that 1 am a Girard- ian, and I’m sure you are equally proud. Each class that leaves Girard is just a handful of all the American citizens in the United States who have completed high school, but I know that as each little handful of Ameri¬ can citizens leaves Girard, as our class is doing today, America is proud to say that she has as great a school as Girard. Sincerely yours, iBdan EtdiUin