Temple University School of Dentistry - Odontolog Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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THEODORE DEMETRIUS CASTO D.D.S., F.A.C.D. Professor of Roentgenology, Pedodontology and Applied Bacteriology Class Advisor

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IT IS HARD to find adequate words at parting—so many thoughts are racing through my mind that apply to you, individually and collectively, that I find it hard to express myself. Nevertheless, I shall attempt to marshal those thoughts at this moment and give you the closing message requested. As graduates from the School of Dentistry, you can reflrct honor upon your Alma Mater by practicing your profession as she would have you do. Your Faculty and friends want you to exercise skill and proficiency in the discharge of your duties to humanity, to live up to the high ideals and standards of a noble profession and to so live your public and private life that your conduct will be an inspiration to others. To be sure, you are beginning your life's work under most trying conditions and you may feel that you have good cause for discouragement. Nevertheless, remember those who are in practice, today, have taken their hard knocks and their ups and downs, as it were, during the present economic readjustment, without flinching or deviating from the line of duty that circumscribes ethical behavior. A profession's advancement is in direct proportion to the effort expanded by men and women v ho compose it. Therefore, give whole-heartedly to your calling, join its organizations, being mindful that the heritage we now enjoy is due, largely, to the loyalty, vision, faithfulness and devoted service of the educators and practitioners who have preceded us and, although many have since passed on, it is well for us to pause from time to time to reflect upon their noble devotion to a cause. As an alumnus, it is your duty to uphold and maintain the principles and standards of conduct as has been taught you at this university since by so doing, you will not only validate its training, but. also, increase its prestige. In thus expressing your gratitude to an institution of learning, you not only honor her but honor yourself, as well as dignify your profession. As an ambassador in health service, you carry with you a spark of the spirit of Conwell, Garretson, Foster-Flagg, Inglis, McQuillen, Gilford, Russell. Boone, Faught and others who have given their lives to the noble cause of humanity and education; truly a heritage of fame and accomplishment. I now express the hope that as post-graduate students of Dentistry, you will renew your pledge of loyalty to your school, honoring its traditions, reflecting its dignity and assisting in its future development. May your acquired knowledge begin to serve you faithfully and well as stepping stones that v ill carry you forward and upward to the pinnacle of professional success. I, personally, wish for each and every one of you a continued life of enthusiasm, happiness and contentment. Sincerely yours, C. BARTON ADDIE.

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T THANK THIS CLASS for the privilege of being Class Counsellor for the past two years. It has been a great satisfaction to associate with Members of the Class and the respective Committees. By this means, I know, the diverse Members of the Class just a trifle more closely, which has added immeasurably to my pleasure. The Members of this Class have worked together displaying an excellent spirit of Comradeship, Tolerance, Courage and Adaptability. All of these qualities have been greatly appreciated by your Dean and his Faculty. The exercise of these traits will be of great benefit to you in Practice of Dentistry. The Practice of Dentistry will give you many opportunities for the study of Culture and the desire to imbibe a more profound knowledge of the Sciences relating to this Profession. Many facts are unknown, many partly unknown and much falsity exists. Your aim for the next tsn years should be to attend Dental Meetings and read scientific Dental Journals and Books, and after that you may devote some time to golf, etc. Take care of your health—no personality can radiate from weak eyes or anemic looking skin. This is often neglected and we become old long before the calendar suggests this state of being. Bon Voyage—pleasant journeys and happiness in every port from your Class Advisor. THEODORE D. CASTO, D.D.S., F.A.C.D.