Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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£ tlLOZ CL an ARTHUR WAYNE AiHBRUSH (ART) 409 West Union Boulevard, Bethlcham, Pa. Born: March 6, 1942 Course: Academic and Stenographic Activities: Fencing, ’55-’59; Captain, Fencing, ’$8-’59; World Affairs Council, ’57-’59; Lieutenant Co. B, ’58-’59; National Honor Society, ’58-’59; WGC, Director of Writers, ' 9SS9; Fourth Prize, Joseph A. Campbell Typing Award, ’58. Art is quid, reserved, very observant, and expresses his well-thought-through opinions only when asked, but his sound advice and help were always appreciated by those who sought them. He was one of our top students. ROY DAVID ASHBY (ROY) Glen Riddle Road, R. D. 2, Media, Pa. Born: February 13, 1941 Course: General 11 and Automotive Activities: Swimming, ’56-’59; Senior Lifesaving, ’57; Advanced Swimming, ' 5 7; Water Safety Aide, ’57; Sergeant, Co. D, ’57-’59. Calmly and quietly, Roy trained to keep his number-one backstroke rating on the swimming team. Work in his beloved Auto Shop uas always done with an eye to the fu¬ ture, for he intends to be one of the best mechanics in his area. LYNN DALE AVIS (ACE) 1139 Princess Avenue, Camden, N.J. Born: March 3, 1941 Course: General II and Carpentry Activities: Lieutenant, Co. D, ’58-’59; Echelon, ’58-’S9; Rifle Club, ’58-’I9; Secretary- Treasurer, Rifle Club, ’58-’59; Senior Lifesaving, ' 5 5; Advanced Swimming, ’5 5; Pho¬ tography Club, ’58-’59; Water Safety Aide, ’5 5. Jovial and full of good humor, Ace is a good antidote for that down in the dumps feeling. Many of us will never forget the pleasant hours we spent listening to his original interpretations of otherwise humdrum events. NICHOLAS JOSEPH BADAME (NICK) 7105 Seaford Road, Upper Darby, Pa. Born: October 18, 1942 Course: Academic and Stenographic Activities: Girard News, Business Manager, ’58-’59; Sergeant, Co. C, 57- 59; Rifle Club, ’58-’59. Nick works hard at the things he likes. His effervescent sense of humor and affability are innate and will make him a welcome companion wherever he goes. 27 y

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(2fai i (Djjicsx i harry McClellan leister (bear) Vice President of the Senior Class 121 S. Front Street Souderton, Pa. Born: March 3, 1941 Course: Academic and Automotive Activities: Swimming, ’56-’59; Glee Club, ’57-’59; Librarian, Glee Club, ’58-’59; Lieu¬ tenant, Co. A, ’57-’59; Student Council, ’57-’59; World Affairs Council, ’57-’59; Co- Editor, Girardian, ’5 8-’59; Concert Choir, ’57-’59; Dramatic Club, ’57-’59; Secretary, Junior Class, ’57-’58; Vice-President, Senior Class, ’58-’59; Senior Lifesaving, 58; Ad¬ vanced Swimming, ’58; Water Safety Aide, ’58. Bear’s high grades represent more brains than energy. Although he places a high value on intellect, he also enjoys indulgence in wordly pleasures. Slow-moving Bear” surprised everyone with his speedy swimming. His positive outlook has made him a very popular classmate. GILBERT MCDONALD (BUG) Secretary of the Senior Class 5607 Walnut Street Pittsburgh, Pa. Bom: July 29, 1941 Course: Academic and Stenographic Activities: Girard News, ’57-’S8; Sports Editor, Girard News, ’58-’59; Business Manager Corinthian, ’58-’59; Echelon, ’58; Senior Lifesaving, ’58; Advanced Swimming, ’58; Water Safety Aide, ’58; National Honor Society, ’58-’59; Manager, Wrestling Team, ’59; Seminar, ’5 8-’59. Observant but friendly by nature, Bug is a very sensitive boy. His physical appear¬ ance is impeccable. An energetic worker, he is effective and efficient. His sincerity and seriousness in attacking any job he undertakes is his dominant characteristic. He has been a great asset to our class. ALAN EDWARD SHUSS (AL) Treasurer of the Senior Class 282 5 Spruce Avenue Altoona, Pa. Born: August 1, 1941 Course: Academic and Clerical Activities: Soccer, ’58; Basketball, ’58; Baseball, ’59; Girardian, ’57-’59; Girard News, ’58-’59; First Sergeant, Co. D, ’58-’59; Echelon, ’58; Cast: Stalag 17, Dramatic Club; WGC, Announcer, ’58-’59; Secretary, Dramatic Club, ’58-’59; Christmas Pageant, ’58. Al is positive and quiet by nature. He has always been a person of strong friendships. His dependability and loyalty to the class have made him an effective treasurer. Al did his job well, and we appreciate it. A 26 )

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THOMAS CHARLES BAGGIO (TOM) 607 Catherine Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Born: April 19, 1941 Course: General II and Patternmaking Activities: Cast: Stalag 17, Dramatic Club, ’57-’59; Wrestling, ’56-’59; Champion, Epis¬ copal Invitational Wrestling Tournament, ’58-’59; 1st Lieutenant, Co. D, ’S8S9; Eche¬ lon, ’58; WGC, Announcer, ’S8-’59. Tom’s success as a member of the wrestling, team, his warmth as a friend, and his fine sense of humor helped to make hm a deeply appreciated member of our class. He is a fellow who makes parting difficult, but future meeting a pleasure. JOHN FRANCIS BALAZENTIS (JOHN) 862 Johnston Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Born: March 8, 1941 Course: Academic and Clerical Activities: Second Lieutenant, Concert Band, ’S4-’59; Senior Lifesaving, ’58; Advanced Swimming, ' 5 8. John is good company, and seems to be always smiling. In school activities, he is some¬ what passive; but as a classmate, he makes many positive contributions toward better class spirit. £HLOX CHESTER WILLIAM BASHER (CHET) 498 3rd Avenue, Kingston, Pa. Born: October 5, 1941 Course: General I and Sheet Metal Activities: Captain, Co. C, ’58-’59; Soccer, ’58; Baseball, ’58; Christmas Pageant, ’57, ’58; Wrestling Team, ’58-’59; Champion, Epiiscopal Invitational Wrestling Tournament, ’59. A friend in need is Chet indeed. ' With an iron hand and a velvet glove, he earned re¬ spect and admiration from all. Popularity, leadership, and ability were all qualities of this amiable up-starter who will always occupy a niche in our hearts. JAMES LEROY BECKER (JIM) 664 North Reading Avenue, New Bcrlinville, Pa. Born: June 13, 1941 Course: General II and Automotive Activities: Color Guard, ’58-’59; S-4 Intramural Soccer Champions, ’58. Jim was one of the strong men of the class. He distinguished himself as a fine athlete in intramural sports and as a trusted friend in everyday life. Unafraid of work, Jim showed this quality by constantly volunteering for extra duties. 4 28 y