Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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HARRY CHARLES BARTH III (HARRY) 37J0 Frosthoffcr Avenue Pennsauken, New Jersey Academic and Electrical Echelon, Girard.an, WGC, Rifle Club, World Affairs Council Harry is one of those rare persons who is both quiet and unobtrusive, yet an essent ' al naentber of any roup or team. He will be remembered for his casual personality, cherub- like hair, and his inability to dismiss a smile in the most difficult situation. EDMUND LINDSEY BASHER (NEDi 135 Woodward Avenue Rutherford, New Jersey Academic and Clerical Soccer, WGC, Student Council, World Affairs Council, Echelon Gifted with a.bility in many fields, Ned would be a perfect casting for a TV glamor- boy. With him, accomplishment came as easily as walking. His familiar look of intense interest and his keen intelligence were a serious part of many good discussions. GEORGE JOSEPH BECKMAN (GEORGE) 1914 Witler Street Philadelphia 15, Pa. Academic and Clerical Student Center, Girard News, Corinthian, World Affairs Council, Rifle Club, Girardian George, whether operating his amateur radio station or engaged in some scientific project, proved himself one of our friendliest and most congenial classmates. He possessed one of the biggest hearts in the Hum. CHRISTOPHER FOLSOM BERRY (BERi 2221 Washington Avenue Silver Spring, Maryland General and Drafting Swimming, Student Center, Echelon, Corinthion Ber was an exceptionally fine swimmer. His abilities were not restricted to the pool, however. He was a capable entertainer, very popular among his classmates, and on several occasions exhibited fine writing ability. A 17 h

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ROBERT JOSEPH PETRICK (BOB) VICE-PRESIDENT 280 Maffctte Street Plains, Pa. Academic and Drafting Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Glee Club, WGC, National Honor Society, Echelon, Student Council As vice-president of our class, Bob did a good job. He was forever trying to im¬ prove himself and Girard. Combined with his affability was a will-to-do-better which should yield him positive recognition in the future. ANTONIO FORCELLINI (TONY) TREASURER 2}6 Simpson Street Philadelphia, Pa. Academic and Stenographic Track, Echelon, Soccer Tony’s avid interest in physical fitness won our respect and admiration. Whatever he did he gave his best. His vibrant personality reflected his physical strength and his inner warmth. Tony worked whole-heartedly both for the benefit of his many friends. DAVID COUZENS HOY (DAVE) SECRETARY 2311 N. Front Street Harrisburg, Pa. Academic and Drafting Girardian, Girard News, Corinthian, Band, Fencing, National Honor Society, World Affoirs Council As class secretary, member of the Concert Band, editor and writer for several student publications, and valedictorian of our class, Dave demonstrated his fine abilities. As the top student in his sophomore year, he has continued his exceptional academic record into his senior year. He was sincere, serious, and dependable. Dave will do well in college. A 16 }

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GEORGE BERZKALNS (GEORGE) 4502 N. Carlisle Street Philadelphia 40, Pa. Academic and Stenographic Girardian, Soccer, Swimming, Baseball, Glee Club, Echelon, World Affoirs Council Georfie earned the class’ respect early as an athlete and a leader. He matured quickly and was always settled and stable. He distinguished himself with his lanky stance, breezy fleeting smile, and immaculate mode of dressing. GEORGE WASHINGTON BIDDLE IV (GEORGE) 257 South 16th Street Philadelphia 2, Pa. General and Carpentry Swimming, Dramatic Club, Swing Band, Echelon, Rifle Club Despite his stately nam e, George proved himself to be very down-to-earth and very friendly. His interest ii carpentry shop. He v taste. Never lacking i versation with ease. boats was climaxed by the construction of a 19-foot craft ii ■re tha latest style in continental clothes which suited his good friends, he was versatile, and able to hold up his end of a con- JOHN DANIEL BRADLEY (BEE) 5201 Pine Street Philadelphia 43, Pa. General and Clerical Basketball, Baseball, Glee Club, WGC, Student Council, Girard News Bee’s fellow students have always looked up to him both as a basketball player and a baseball star. Mainly, however, we have admired him for his high ideals and considered him to be one of the handsomest and most likeable guys on the campus. WALTER BROD Jr. (WALT) 2822 Stevens Street Philadelphia 49, Pa. General and Clerical Glee Club, Rifle Club, Swing Band Wait’s immaculate dressing and faultless manners on the sc one of our unforgettablcs. A must” Making friends t any dance, he v s second nature to W.ilt; keeping them v nade him 4 18 h