Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Student Connell Front Row, left to right-. H. Leister, A. Rosati, R. DiBattista, J. Nolan Second Rou : J. Stidham, J. Petronis, R. Scalia, J. Frigiola, T. Ellis, C. Basher, L. Caporaletti, R. Frey Third Row: E. Basher, E. Coccagna, J. Hagerty, R. Basher Mr. George Keller, J. Myers uch of the work done by the Student Council of 1958-1959 was centered on the discussion and solu¬ tion of many small problems, no one of which seems important. Also there was a great deal of effort devoted to work which was preparatory for effective use by next year’s council. Although no con¬ spicuous achievements can be lauded, there was established, we believe, in the areas of school spirit, better attitudes, and deeper loyalties, a foundation for constructive accomplishment in the future. In committee work questions of rules for eligibility, clothing regulations, and the program of entertain¬ ment were discussed with administration officials. Council members were given supervision of the Friday night movies, and their good work demonstrated their willingness to accept responsibility and their ability to fulfill its obligations. As our sponsor for his second year Mr. George Keller gave us the benefit of his experience and guidance. Officers for the year were: John Nolan, Student Body President; Harry Leister, Vice President; Raymond Frey, Corresponding Secretary; and Louis Caporaletti, Recording Secretary. One of the high points of the year was the Joint Student Council Meeting held at Girard. Council mem¬ bers and faculty advisors representing twenty private s.hools of the Philadelphia area gathered here for discussions of student council roles and problems. Mr. Keller was elected as the temporary chairman for the formation of The Association of Regional Private Schools’ Student Councils. Next year’s council will benefit from this formal organization. The council under the leadership of John Nolan and Mr. Keller has become a stronger unit in the life of Girard and also an integral part of a new organization which will strengthen student councils in nearby private schools. 17

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Battalion Officers Front Row: J. Nolan Second Row, left to right: J. Falciani, C. Mnzi, W. Wester man Third Row: F. Gallagher, D. Sharp, C. Leithiser, C. Basher, A. Schiavo, R. DiBattista, T. Baggio, T. Flanagan, V. Rocco, H. Miller, J. Kist Fourth Row: M. Levin, H. Leister, W. Eliasson, C. Swenlin, W. Killen, A. Rosati D. Schuler, J. Hamilton, A. Shuss, W. McDonald, P. Shoemaker, J. Stormer Last Row: f. Westgate, D. Young, W. McLaughlin, W. Walker, F. Firlein, R. Sanville B. McNelis, C. Weiss, J. Price, J. Becker, J. Bruno J .L ed by our Cadet Major, John Nolan, a firm and respected leader, our Battalion has developed steadily through the year to become a brisk and efficient military organization of which we are proud. In the Competitive Drills, in the Founder’s Day exhibition, and even at the Officers’ Hop, in fact wherever the Battalion appeared, there was conspicuously evident a spirit and quality of pride and accomplishment. Effectively supporting the Cadet Major was his staff including Captain of Recruits James Falciani, Cap¬ tain Quartermaster William Westerman, Captain Inspector Carlo Muzi, and Captain Adjutant James Stidham. The individual companies were commanded by Cap¬ tains Thomas Flanagan, Co. A; Horace Miller, Co. B; Chester Basher, Co. C; and Rocco DiBattista, Co. D. The Color Guard under Sergeant Major Angelo Rosati performed commendably. A great deal of credit belongs to the other officers whose work was invaluable. They formed the backbone of the organization in carrying out their weekly assignments. We also extend our profound feeling of appreciation to Colonel Hamilton whose belief in the Battalion and its purposes are the source of its spirit. His patience and firm fairness will always be remembered by those who served under him. Inspection A 16 ]

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Front Row, left to right: M. Sedlock, A. Rosati, A. Ambrush, C. Leithiser Second Row: R. Fork, R. Frey, J. McDevitt, J. Hamilton, tt . Walker, R. Fisher Third Row: F. Firlein, F. Gallagher, J. Falcian i, T. Flanagan, A. Shuss, C. Koenneckcr, D. Sharp Last Row: C. Farrell, C. Weiss, T. Baggio, C. Swenlin, D. Marsee, W. Green, C. Vennel his year the staff of WGC faced a tremendous challenge — to live up to the fine standards set last year by the Class of 1958, a challenge that everyone will agree was met with success. Each Monday morning the listening audience of Juniors and Seniors left the auditorium feeling a little more invigorated after hearing a fine, humorous, well-balanced delivery of news, weather, views, and music. Heading the staff were Director of Writers, Art Ambrush and Assistant Director, Mike Sedlock, who did a fine job of assembling and editing scripts for the Monday and Thursday morning shows. Assisting them were David Sharp, William Walker, Charles Weiss, Charles Vennel, James McDevitt, Charles Koennecker, Carl Swenlin, Robert Fark, Donald Marsee, Francis Gallagher, and John Hamilton. Supporting the Head Announcer, Angelo Rosati, were Tom Baggio, Charles Farrell, Walter Green, Frederick Firlein, Robert Fisher, Thomas Flanagan, Carlo Muzi, Alan Shuss, Charles Vennel, Hugh Carpenter, James Falciani, and Ray Frey. WGC-FM, a program introduced by the Class of 1958, maintained its high rating as a medium for classical music. Angelo Rosati and Tom Flanagan alternated as FM announcers every Thursday morning. Mr. Henry V. Andrews deserves much of the credit, because the suc¬ cess of the program may be traced to the hours of work he contributed to perfecting each show. Everyone associated with WGC can look back on the year with a satisfaction of a job well done. 0,1 l c rl On the Air! A 18 )