Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Left to Riqht: J. Reichord, R Bujes, 6. Morrison, Mr. J. Demcisok, R. Ayjian, F. Dwyer, E. Mullen, R. Clayton. The Photography Club had accumulated many problems from past administrations. While ironing out these ailments a new and brilliant advisor was bestowed upon the members. Mr. John Demcisak, an ex-Girardian, increased the knowledge of the enrolled members. Mr. Demcisak ' s in¬ terest in the club helped the members produce superb photographs for the publications and our own leisure. Our main objective this year was to establish a club with active members and to establish a reputable name for our organization. Demonstrating to the faculty and Alumni that the club was reliable, we then suggested expansions such as new and better equipment and different types of photographic literature. Most of the club’s members were active throughout the entire year. The faculty members who participated in the activities and sports were issued enlargements of their respective groups. One major accomplishment was getting the Principal of the high school to back us. Once he saw that we were out to work he rendered his fullest co-operation. His fullest co-operation included more money which helped to buy the equipment we so badly needed. Mr. Mac Gregor has stated that for all practical purposes the budget allotted to the club should increase. This year ' s members have built an efficient club, and it is up to the members of the lower classes to expand the club and provide the school with excellent pictures. Future yearbook pictures will be improved if all co-op¬ erate and learn all that is possible about the art of photo¬ graphy. Our President, Robert Ayjian, did a magnificent job of teaching photography, despite many responsibilities he faced as the editor of the yearbook. The members learned through talking and graphic- illustrations that photography is a field that will continue to grow throughout the years. It will always open new paths to adventure for those interested. ill -i 13 y

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rjCiti erary acjazine Front Row, Left to Riqht: R. Ayjion, Mr. Mac Gregor, D. Lalli Back Row, Left to Right: S. Bonitatibus, T. Mouery, J. Fulton, R. Marker. The Girardian is a publication in which the students who enjoy writing can exhibit their talents and receive recognition for them. Its cover and illustrations make it a display for artistic talents also. This year’s edition was made successful by praiseworthy contributions in both these areas. The 1967-68 issue of the Girardian was an improve¬ ment over previous issues in that it printed material from a wider range of students. Last year’s magazine contained only one piece written by an underclassman. The staff this year felt that in order to represent the whole school, it would be better to take selections from more classes. Thus there were articles from all four high school classes and even the lower grades, a practice which had not been in effect for several years. The magazine was assembled through the work of Editor-in-chief Dennis Lalli and the able assistance of Lawrence Kazimir. Editors Richard Marker, Stephen Bonitatibus, William Brosey, and Robert Clayton were instrumental in gathering material from their classmates and also in writing much of it themselves. These boys worked together to produce a magazine that appealed to a wide range of readers. The art staff, headed by Art Editor John Fulton, did a commendable job. John’s assistants were Lawrence Kazimir, Thomas Mouery, John Duckworth, and Gary Amodeo. Despite a late distribution due to various difficulties encountered in the gathering of material and in getting the magazine to the Print Shop, we feel that this year’s edition of the Girardian was a good one and that it appealed to the tastes of all the students. The staff and the class of 1968 express their appreciation to all those whose efforts helped to make the Girardian the success it was. Especially to be thanked are Mr. Caswell E. MacGregor, literary advisor, and Mr. Arnold Daffin, printing advisor. -1 12 y

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£)ramatic Front Row, Left to Right: L. Hartman, G. Morrison, R. Me Gonigle, J, Fulton, E. Posqjarelli, R. De Christoforo, E. Kreinar, Back Row, Left to Riqht: L.. Ferguson, D. Lalli, Mr. H.V. Andrews, D. Matthews, D. Cundari, D. Halbach. The 1967-68 Dramatic Club opened its season with the annual Christmas play, The Little Father of the Wild¬ erness. John Fulton James Verna, Ronald DeChristo- foro, and Dominic Cundari all had lead roles in the powerful dramatic production about a poor priest who was abused by the King of France and his entire court. For the spring play Mr. Henry V. Andrews decided on the all-time classic, Oliver Twist , by Charles Dickens. With a huge cast and a great deal of new dramatical tal¬ ent, the play was a complete success. The Dramatic Club’s main objective was to have the students learn proper techniques on the stage. Taking mastery of the stage and portraying parts are two attri¬ butes which must be obtained through constant practice. A person must have these attributes to begin with and then they must be developed so that the audience will not know that the performance is artificial. There aren ' t any tests to see if you have talent, but when the curtains open you are on your own; then the play can be good or it can be boring. Through strict supervision the plays at Girard have all been successful due to the faithfullness of the actors. Special recognition must be given to Mr. Andrews, who after serving as producer for the Girard College Dramatic Club for 47 years has announce ! his retirement. We will never forget his hard, vigorous work and devotion which led to man great plays. All of the boys who had the privi¬ lege of working with and learning from him will never forget his unselfishness in teaching the finer points of acting. He will long be remembered as a great producer and , most of all, as a great man. { 14 j-