Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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w u c First Ron . Left to Right: G. Egler. J. Kwansf. E. Potter, J, MwKtluk. T Hill Mr, H. AaJrr SrcooJ Ron : E. Johnson, H. Chiundr, D. Perkins. P Newroa, G We-rTVl. P Coliadrv ThjrJ Ron : J. McCullough, E. SKvkovitz. J. Kiuttman, A. U-iis. VL R®s. R, Achnxvsiy, J, Bn ey Fourth Ron : B. Bu-vhel, C. McOdkw$h. R. Ruhy, XT ValW. J, H»,ke fe«cy. V Nxvklswys F, Brown Our aims were simple—to enlighten, recall, and inform the smdents with the news and views within and beyond the school. This year, we introduced many new arrangements, such as alumni news, science reports, and interviews in try my to provide a varied and more pleasing show. Some succeeded and some d:d not The show was for the students and we tried our best to give them what they w anted. When we inherited the show. Kick in June of l ' ' -, we had no idea of the work that went w ith it. For the ten or fifteen minutes of WGC each mommy. lony hours had to be spenr behind the scenes in work. Special reports, interviews, the gathering of material, organizing, and the final production, all required a great deal of work. Under the leadership of Mr Henry V. Andrews, the w riters and announcers both learned that hard work and best efforts are always needed to produce a gtxxl show. The shows ranged up and down the scale but the biggest hits were undoubtedly the holiday specials. The annual tulcnt show, of January 25, sponsored by die WGC staff was in every respect a good example of outstanding showmanship and great effort on the part of those who performed. There are few who could not say it was indeed one of the most enjoyable presenta¬ tions ever put together by the students themselves. FM radio was for most of us our first adventure into the arts. It ' ntroduced a broad scope of classic works such as Divorak ' s The New World Symphony and Offenbach ' s Orpheus . and some of the lighter modern pieces: Comden Green ' s Suhuay .lr ' •»■ Ship ing and the theme from The Apartment. On alternate weeks, it inspired and promoted an activity rarely heard on campus and cul¬ tivated an interest w hich all can appreciate later in life. 17 !

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(firm ' d Literary Magazine ;t R m, Left to Ri hi: D. Araseerj, J. ILwrftaiaa, D. Perins. J. Vft.-W.fc Mm F. McCnckea ' -• J -icrer, M. Dmitm, l. VjCob, D- Fiigerrr, J. E im toa Third Rou : T. Hill, G. Egler, H. Romm, L Comfla The Gtrjrd Literary Magazine, sponsored by Gss Fern -- IcCracken placed die accent on Christmas in the fist edition. The response was so overwhelming dm many good articles, dm other¬ wise would have been printed, were turned away. The editor-in-chief, John Michaluk, aided by the co-editors. Jack Kauffman and Daniel Perkins, worked with Miss McCracken for two months to have a better-than-average magazine. With the help of the priming advisors, Daniel Hagerty, Michael Donovan, and Robert Norton, their efforts were well rewarded in a magayinf- that was both unique and stimulating. The winter edition of the Literary Magazine appeared with the same cover and ride as last year”s, but there was a difference in the quality and direction. The Literary Magazine set at its goal as wide a contribution from the classes as possible in order to achieve a diversified and represenative edition. Emphasis was put on Christmas since the first issue- appeared in December. In addition to the Yuletide writing were Senior book reviews and poetry, as well as moral codes taken from the editor’s speech for the induction of new members into the National Honor Society. The spring edition also proved to be of high calibre, presenting a w ide variety of fresh, creative writings. There was, for example, a new theme entided new tunes for old melodies.” Participation by younger w riters offering a new oftentimes lyrical expression added to the enjoyment and variety of the edition. The magazine, in attempting to have members of the faculty contribute, tried to have the articles reflect an intellectual meeting place. The aim of the magazine was to present the expression and literary achievement of Girardians at their best. Without a doubt, it reached and greatly surpassed its expectations. A i6 y

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Ilramatie ( lull First Row, Left to Right: M. Russo, G. Shuss, J. Flaherty, J. Bradley, A. Morgan, R. Kirby, P. Colandro Second Rou : B. Miller, E. ' ' X ' udyka, L. Heimbach, G. Pishko, G. Crumling, G. Egler, W. Miller Third Row: T. Hirst, G. Guattare, Mr. H. Andrews The Girard College Dramatic Club has, down through the years, presented many outstanding plays. This year was no exception. The club consisted of a well-rounded group of individuals, who com¬ bined their talents to present three fine performances during the 1962-63 season. During the month of December they presented scenes from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. The performance was unique in that the ghost, Marley, was an imaginative figure who was not seen, but only heard. This innovation gave Joseph Flaherty, as Scrooge, an opportunity to present his acting ability. After the per¬ formance, the actors received many favorable comments about the successful production. The much anticipated Spring plays, were presented on May 9, and 10. Two contrasting plays were presented for the combined audience of students and guests. The first, Nicholas Nickleby, again by Charles Dickens, presented the harsh school life in rural England. The great amount of comedy was well brought out by the actors; especially, Michael Russo in his portrayal of Squeers, the schoolmaster. The Second play, Just Boys (Les Garcons Settlement), by Paul Geraldy, was a modern French production. The three actors pre¬ sented the characters well and brought out the subtle comedy. The audience sensed the conflict between father and son, and greeted the closing of the curtain with ringing applause. This year’s officers were: Joseph Flaherty, President; Thomas Hill, Vice-Pres¬ ident; and Michael Russo, Secretary-Treasurer. A special amount of thanks go to Mr. Henry V. Andrews, director and sponsor of the club, for once again bringing successful drama to the Girard stage. h( 18 3