Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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RETIREMENT Mr. Samuel Shirley “Sam”, as Mr. Shirley has been called affectionately for many years by the Girard Family, surely has brought to his service at the College a dedicated sense of responsibility, a creative approach to teaching, and an almost unfailing sense of humor. His current error was always: “the first mistake I ever made!” much to the delight of his students. This is not a man to have an opinion after thoughtful consideration and keep quiet. Many a constructive suggestion he offered. He was never able to tolerate mediocrity and felt strongly that a false separation between ethics and academics could result in chaos. This “old war horse” leaves the field to other younger contenders to whom he must surely urge the highest kind of commitment to the re¬ storation of excellence at Girard College. 3