Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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24 The Corinthian WILLIAM HENRY BOELL (Reds) Born: August 25, 1938 4626 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia Course: Academic and Pattern Making Activities: Treasurer, Junior Class, ’5 5; Echelon, ’53, ’54; Lieutenant Quarter¬ master, ’54, ’5 5; Captain of Recruits, ’5 5, ’56; Swimming, ’53, ’54, ’5 5; Soccer, ’53, ’54; Senior Life Saving, ’54. Reds” is small in stature but big in heart. A true friend, his athletic ability teas exceeded only by his sense of humor and loyalty. WILLIAM ARTHUR BOOKER (Bill) Born: June 11, 193 8 121 Green Street, Malvern, Pa. Course: General and Electric Shop His promptness earned him the nickname of Speedy. A reserved personality, he was always in perfect harmony with every activity he attempted. THEODORE EDWARD BREAULT (Ted) Born: March 7, 1938 612 5 Broadway, New York City, New York Course: General and Stenographic Activities: Concert Band, ’52 to ’56; Swing Band, ’5 5, ’56; Drum Sergeant, Concert Band, ’5 5, ’56; Girardian, ’5 5, ’56; First Prize, Manual Arts Award. An excellent drummer, Ted gave freely of his time and efforts to both bands. His joviality helped us smooth over many difficulties. CHARLES LEE BROWN (Chuck) Bom: October 6, 1938 R. D. 1, Penn Run, Pa. Course: General and Auto Shop Activities: Glee Club, Treasurer, ’55, ’56; Lieutenant, Battalion, ’55,’56. Chuck was in good voice in the Glee Club and full of tricks when wrestling. His careful attitude and calmness will be a benefit to him in the world outside.

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Class of June, 1956 23 JEROME N. BATALSKY (Jerry) Born: January 13, 1939 4868 N. Marshall St., Philadelphia Course: Academic and Stenographic Activities: Battalion, ’52, ’53, ’54; Commissioned, ’5 5, ’56; Dramatic Club, ’S3, ’54, ' 55, ’56; Student Center, ’S3, ’54; Assistant Bookkeeper, ’55, ’56; As¬ sistant Manager; W. G. C. writing staff, ’54, ’5 5, ' 56; Glee Club, ’54, ' 5 5, ’56; Girard News, ’54, ’55, ’56; Girardian, ’54, ’55, ’56; Third Prize, Ginger As- socation, ' SO; Herman C. Horn Essay Contest, Second Prize, ’54; John A. Campbell Third Prize, ’5 5. A congenial fellow and always ready to lend a band, Jerry was much treasured. His good judgment aided us many times. RALPH JOSEPH BECKER Ralph) Born: August 19, 193 8 5615 Atlantic Avenue, Ventnor, New Jersey Course: Academic and Stenographic Actitivies : Concert Band, ’52, ’S3, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Captain, Concert Band, ’5 5, ’56; Swing Band, ’53, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Secretary, Rifle Club, ’54, ’5 5; Rifle Club, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; President, Rifle Club, ’56; Intramural Soccer Champs, ’5 5; All- Star Intramural Soccer, ’5 5. Always ready for a little fun, bis sincerity and cheerfulness leave a lasting memory. NICHOLAS JOHN BERTINO (Bert) Born: February 11, 1938 145 W. 5th Avenue, Conshohocken, Pa. Course: General and Print Shop Activities: Dramatic Club, ’5 5, ’56; Cast; O ' Halloran ' s Luck; W. G. C., ' 5 5, ’56; Girard News, ’55; Glee Club, ’55, ’56; Battalion, Sergeant, ’55, ’56. Bert has always found time for fun all the way. Even when the going was tough, his was a smile. Our class will surely miss his friendly wit and good humor. THOMAS EDWARD BILHEIMER (Tom) Born: December 8, 193 8 1110 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Morrisville, Pa. Course: General and Electric Shop Although timid and shy in social affairs, Tom was enthusiastic and aggressive in other activities.

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Class of June, 1956 25 VIRGIL ALFRED BROWN (Virg) Born: January 13, 1938 29 E. Gay St., West Chester, Pa. Course: General and Auto Shop Activities: Sergeant, Battalion, ’53, ’54; Lieutenant, Battalion, ’5 5, ’56; Junior Life Saving, ’54; Senior Life Saving, ’5 5; Echelon, ’54, ’5 5; Cheer Leader, ’5 5, ’56. A happy-go-lucky but a devoted friend. Trusting everyone, he earned our highest esteem. Good luck, Virg”! RALPH GEORGE BRUNO, Jr. (Ralph) Born: June 5, 1938 1617 N. Lang Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Course: General and Machine Shop Activities: Sergeant, Battalion, Co. A., ’54, ’5 5; Echelon, ’5 5; Second Prize, Joseph G. Simcock Award. When congenial Ralph Bruno leaves, classmates and his numerous flames” will miss him. Whenever a helping hand was needed, Ralph supplied it gladly. LAWRENCE DOMENIC CAROLA (Larry) Born: August 10, 193 8 416 University Boulevard, Oak Valley, Woodbury Heights, New Jersey Course: General and Print Shop Activities: Band, ’51, ’52; Echelon, ’5 5; Jesse B. Manbeck Prize for Printing; Girard News, ’5 5, ’56; Sergeant, Battalion, Co. C., ’54, ’5 5; Lieutenant, Battal¬ ion, Co. C., ’5 5, ’56; Junior Life Saving; Senior Life Saving; Girardian, ’5 5, ’56; Printing Advisor, Girardian, ’5 5, ’56. Larry is the smallest in stature in the class, but not small otherwise. Here is personality plus, friendship everywhere, and willingness to work hard. With these great gifts, he can’t help making good in life. CARL WILLIAM CORBIN (Bill) Born: March 25, 1939 516 Reganhardt Avenue, Moorestown, New Jersey Course: General and Auto Shop Activities: Battalion, ’54 to ’56; Sergeant in Color Guard, Flag Bearer, 54, 5 5 ; Captain, Co. C., ’5 5, ' 56; Junior Life Saving; Senior Life Saving; Swimming, ’54, ’55. . With good looks and carefree nature, Bill will always be a remembered class¬ mate and friend. Great luck to a swell guy.