Temple University School of Chiropody - Tempodian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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... and Dean The graduation of the Class of 1958 coincides with the 175th Anniversary of the publication of the first English textbook on foot care. This book was translated by David Low from the French edition of Laforest’s, “L’Art de Soigner Les Pieds.” Laforest’s book was a treatise on the treatment of corns, verruca, bunions, chilblains and deformities of the nails. It also contained a chapter on the foot problems of the soldier. M. Laforest was the “Chirurgeon-Pedicure” to the King of France. In the English translation, Low did not use the French word “pedicure as the designation for a foot practitioner. Instead he created the term Chiropodist from chirurgeon (surgeon) and pod (foot) meaning surgeon of the foot. Those who are not familiar with chiropodical history have erroneously stated that Chiropody referred to the treatment of hand and foot. Low's colleagues quickly adopted the new designation. By 1840, the term Chiropody was well established in England. No doubt the Royal patronage of Queen Victoria and her family, helped to popularize chiropodical care with the general public. Although the United States was divorced politically from the mother country, its customs were distinctly British. Anything that was fashionable in London was sure to be imitated in America. It was not surprising to find Chiropodists appearing in the coastal cities of the United States. By 1850 such well known Chiropodists as Julius Davidson of Philadelphia, John Littlefield of New York, and Nehemiah Kenison of Boston were enjoying well established practices. In 1895, a group of New York practitioners organized a state chiropody association. This organization was responsible for securing legislative recognition of our profession in the Empire State. This set a pattern which was followed in many other states. In 1912, the National Association of Chiropodists was organized in Chicago. The national body not only sponsored many legislative measures but was also responsible for the progress which was achieved in fields of education and public relations. The pioneers have successfully completed the spade work of establishing our group as a profession. It remains for the Class of 1958 to carry the banner of Chiropody to the goals which lie ahead. The faculty joins me in wishing you health, success and happiness in the years which lie ahead. Charles E. Krauz Dean 5

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Messages from our Walt Whitman said, “The narrowest hinge in my hand puts to scorn all machinery.” If he had said that of the human foot, he would have spoken as truly. With its arched instep absorbing the jars that would be transmitted to the spinal column and the nervous system, its structure is a match for man’s greatest engineering marvels. This is the area of your specialty. I need not remind you that your knowledge and skill can be contributors to the comfort, health, and productivity of your fellows in uncounted numbers. That is what makes your profession one of dignity and importance. Conduct yourself in a way worthy of one of its practitioners and worthy of the institution that sponsors you. This will insure for you the satisfactions that are the rightful reward for those who do well the things needful to human happiness. My sincerest best wishes. Robert L. Johnson President 4

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CHARLES R. O’KEEFE, JR. Co-Editor NICHOLAS G. KAYAL Business Editor JAY STUART GERBER Photography and Copy Editor STANLEY S. STERBAKOV Co-Editor 1958 Tempodian We, the editors, hope the future brings success to each and every member of the Class of 1958. If in the time to come, this volume refreshes your memory of past friendships, the staff’s main aim will be realized. Our thanks are extended to our classmates for being able to work for them. We hope our work is worthy of their trust. SEYMOUR Z. BEISER Proof Editor 6