Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Urged on by the firm guidance of our Social Direct¬ ress, Miss Miriam McGhee, our social education was thrust upon us during the sophomore year in the form of dancing lessons and the well-remembered Coke Party. With only the moral support of our numbers we ventured from the corners of the ballroom to a new social world at Girard. Having made the first leap, we returned to a colorful schedule of dances in the Junior year with assurance and anticipation. Attractive girls, melodious music, and the inevitable punch all blended to make our dances very en¬ joyable. In addition to the informal class and canteen dances, we also enjoyed the formal Cadet dances. These formal dances brought the new experience of shining brass, highly polished shoes, corsages, and, of course, empty wallets. The swirling gowns of our girls, the fine music and imposing Honor Guard presented a beautiful sight. Thanks to the work of our Student Body President, Dominic Cundari, the first Junior-Senior dance was initiated. The Class of 1968 owes a great deal to Miss Miriam McGhee and to our Hosts and Hostesses, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Eadline and Mr. and Mrs. William Focht. Their efforts made possible all the wonderful social events our class enjoyed during ouur last two years at Girard. We now thank our hosts very sincerely for a job well done. It seems impossible that the awkward boys struggling with the first dancing lessons are the same ones who gallantly escorted the beautiful jeune filles” to the parties and dances of our final year. With the confidence and grace which comes only from the reality of experience, we dis¬ covered a whole new world of pleasure and meaning, and we enjoyed every minute of it. i is y

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Through participation in the Glee Club, the Seniors this year have greatly expanded their appreciation and knowle dge of the fine aspects of this creative art, choral singing. Under the most capable direction and leadership of Mr. Anthony Falatico and our accompanist, Mr. Keith Chapman, the Glee Club once again more than adequate¬ ly fulfilled its Sunday morning Chapel Service and tra¬ ditional concert obligations with a high degree of precis¬ ion and excellence. Assisting Mr. Falatico and Mr. Chap¬ man in these tasks were the fine group of student leaders, including David Matthews, President; Ronald DeChrist- oforo Vice-President; and E. Robert Pasquarelli, our Sec¬ retary- Treasurer. The annual Christmas Concert, presented on Decem¬ ber 14th and 15th, was said by many people to be the best in many years. Among the highlights of the concert were Jingle Bells” by Ray Charles, The Christmas Song” by Mel Torme, and the Serbian Crib Carol by Gaul. In addition to our concerts here at Girard, the choir performed at the Valley Forge Memori¬ al Chapel and, along with the band, recorded an album. A great deal of hard work was necessary to produce this album, but the pride and satisfaction one feels when he listens to the album extin¬ guishes all memory of the work. Included in the album were Ave Verum Corpus,” Fa Una Can¬ zone,” Amo Amas, Hail Girard, Farewell Song,” and Goodnight and Christmas Prayer. This was a unique and thrilling experience none of us can ever forget. That three and a half hour recording session Will remain with us always. Mr. Falatico and Mr. Chapman must be thanked for their patience and for understanding that this was a very exciting time for us. Only those who have struggled to create a worthwhile concert can understand the value and satisfaction which we have found and enjoyed in this organization. «{17 y

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Kneeling, Left to Right: J. Mack, 8. Exum, J. Yensel, J. Peterson Second Row, Left to Right: R. Lanza, R. Me Kinney, J. Manuolo, E. Engwall, R. Martin, P. Lanza, J. Fulton. Back Row, Left to Right: G. Fizel, S. Thomas, Mr. R. Farber, W. Tiso, E. Golembski, R. Keating After being inactive for the past several years the Rifle Club was reorganized along new lines under the leadership of Mr. Robert Farber. It was through the efforts of both Mr. Farber and Geo. Fizel that the club was reinstated as an active part in Girard extra-curricular activities, proving to be educational and beneficial for the gun enthusiast. The club was composed of four teams one from each of the upper halls with an average of six boys to a team. This was a milestone for the Girard Rifle Club, for in previous years the club was composed of only an elite few. Membership for underclassmen was not encouraged of propagated, but this year it was the policy of the club to involve all those interested without regard to class pref¬ erence. From this we found that age or size did not help or hinder one’s shooting ability; competi¬ tion was thus made keen. The club was operated under an intramural program, as we did not find or desire outside competition with other schools because we still had to lay our basic funda¬ mentals as a new r club under new principles of operation. This year served as a stepping stone to future outside competition after the club found its different abilities and deficiencies. The officers of the club were Stephen Thomas, Pres- , idem; Paul Lanza, Vice President; and Bruce Martin, Secretary. Each of these officers was also the captain of his individual team. Their abilities in leadership and ex¬ amples of good sportsmanship earned the respect of the entire club. It was because of this that the rifle club was a success. The Rifle Club would like to thank Mr. Farber for his unselfish time and efforts to make the club more meaningful and inspiring to its members. 19 y L.