Bennett High School - Beacon Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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' Glwu. Ggiwu - 1949 Sealed. L-R. Mary Harringfon, Treasurer Conrad Gafes, Presidenf Joan Devine, Vice-Presidenf Paul Gonson, Treasurer Sianding. L.-R. Joan Kanel, Saluiaforian Dorofhy Lee, Marshall William Truclenbrod, Hisrorian Mary Ann Lansill, Secreiary Marland Berdicl, Marshall Marleen Bengal, Valediciorian Donna O'Hern, Prophaf

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0 0 0 0 FELLOW CLASSMATES: For four years, we have journeyed together along an important stretch of life's road. Our presence here proves that we have not fallen along the way. Now, we are at the crossroads where we must separate to explore new Helds of endeavor and pursue enlarged activities in accordance with our individual am' bitions and personal inclinations to service. Before we part to go on our several ways, let us tarry briefly to recall the influences and experiences which have made our travel together so pleasant and worthwhile. We, of the Class of 1949, have won our place in the annals of Bennett High School by our achieve' ments and honors. Yet we have gained more than tenable laurels, for we have learned the importance of fellowship, sportsmanship, and tolerance. We have become ever aware of their signihcance in times of war, and, more recently, in an era of experimental peace. As a group, we have grown-ever strength' ened by ties of fellowship, comradeship, enduring friendship. These sterling bonds have been sealed with love and loyalty which will withstand the elemegital strains of time. In athletics, we have learned to love the game beyond the prize, so that, win or lose, we have gained satisfaction from lessons in teamwork and good sportsmanship. Conscious of the petty prejudices that have torn the peoples of the world asunder, we have channeled our most conscientious endeavors toward practising tolerance in all our undertakings. We have tried to listen to the other side, to be understanding, and to praise people for their individual merits rather than condemning their lack of some desirable attribute. Yet we alone cannot claim credit for the progress we have made. Only with the conscientious guidf ance and sincere interest of Mr. Farrar, Mr. Axlerod, and the entire faculty, have we been able to rcch this goal. Also, the encouragement, faith, and sacrifice of our parents have been paramount in enabling us to climb so confidently. It is, then, humbly, that we wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who have made our high school career a richer and more inspiring experience. It is sad indeed to take leave of the endearing associations we have formed here and the delightful experiences we have shared together, but let us take courage, for, The past is but a story told, The future may be writ in gold. So will these pleasant memories prove an undying inspiration as we go forth to travel the untried ways which lead to new worlds yet unconquered. Standing together at the foothills of the future, we face steep and rough heights to success, but, fired with youthful enthusiasm, inspired with confidence, un' afraid, we feel ready to climb.. Now, we bid farewell to our Alma Mater with a fervent wish that her ennobling light will continue to shine with ever increasing effulgence. We cannot tarry longer in the midst of these fond memories and stirring hopes, for, 'LWe are not here to play, to dream, to drift, We have hard work to do and loads to lift. Shun not the struggle, face it, 'tis God's gift. Mmm neva Page I2

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fn M Of this our world the loveliest and the best Have smiled and said Good Night, and gone to 'restf' Alvin Miller '49 Page I4 aiXl m Harold Snetsky ,SO Kayla Rasmclq '49