Bennett High School - Beacon Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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RAY SKAINE Combine enthusiasm. intelligence, personality, a knack for work, and a love of athletics, and what do you have? You have the exact characteristics of well known and well liked Ray Skaine. During Ray's four years at Bennett, he has excelled in sports, being one of our top defensive football players. Saturdays hero has saved the day many a time by bringing in that extra point when it was needed most. VVC here at Bennett are not the only ones who consider Ray an outstanding player: he was chosen as the top tackle on this yearls All High Team. In both his Senior and his Junior years, Ray earned his major letter in football. Ray is an all-around athlete. Besides football, he also excels in track. His classmates have applauded his ability and popularity by electing him Secre- tary-Treasurer of the Track Club last year and President this year. Nevertheless, all of Ray's interests are not devoted to sports. His partici- pation in the Hi-Y program led Ray to the Vice-Presidency in his Junior year and the Presidency in his Senior year of the North Delaware Boys Hi-Y. He is also on the Inter Hi-Y Council. In addition to this, Ray was on the projection staff and is a guidance monitor. This amiable Senior is also willing to lend a helping hand whenever pos- sible. VVe can all thank Ray for making the Bennett Ballroom attractive for our dances. Ray, like all of us. has his special likes and dislikes. Girls, friendly people, and convertibles head the list of his favorites, while Bermuda shorts, pizza, and braggers Find him less enthusiastic. Following graduation from Bennett, Ray is undecided as to which college he will attend. One thing is certain, however. Ray has made an indelible mark in Bennett's Hall of Fame, and whatever his chosen vocation may be. we are sure that he will succeed. ELLEN WITTMAN 'lEnergetic and competent are two of the best ways to describe one of Bennett's most active Seniors, Ellen Wittman. Wherever you turn you usually see this likeable girl. for she has such a variety of interests that she can be found everywhere. Her time is occupied by such things as carrying out her duties as Vice- President of the French Honorary Society and Treasurer of the German Club. She has displayed her talents as an actress in Bennett's play The Man Who Came to Dinner. Ellen's speaking ability also led her to partici- pate in the Mercer Speaking Contest and to win a gold speech pin. Her constant work on the BEACON began when she was a freshman. Last year she held the position of assistant literary editor, and this year she earned for herself the job of business editor. As a result of her work, she will re- ceive a gold BEACON pin. In her spare time, of which she has little, she enjoys dabbling in oils, play- ing bridge, and reading. Her many likes also include lobster, sleeping late. classical music, and BEACON meetings, Although she is hesitant about dis- cussing her dislikes, Ellen finally admitted that squash, unannounced tests, and report cards ind disfavor with her. Ellen still Finds time to keep up her marks, and, as a reward for her efforts, she is a member of the Legion of Honor and hopes to receive her jewelled honor pin upon graduation. Although she plans to enter college in the fall. Ellen hasn't yet decided whether to go into education or social work. But whatever field she finally chooses, we here at Bennett know that she will succeed. GEORGE STRAU SS The boy with the golden tongue, one of our most outstanding Seniors that's George Strauss. The attribute by which George has attained such widespread respect and renown was first manifest when he won the All High Oratorical Contest in his Sophomore year, Subsequently, he captured first place in the American Legion Oratorical Contest in Western New York, and, as a Senior, was a champion on the Erie County level. In 1955, George thrilled Bennett audi- ences with his portrayal of Dr. Einstein in Arsenic and Old Lace, and this year received plaudits in the title role of the HMan Who Came to Dinner. He has further utilized his unusual gift by serving as President of the John L. Stamp Dramatic Society, Captain of the negative Debate Team. and a member of the public address crew. George's numerous other accomplishments are indicative as well of his scholarship and leadership ability. The bearer of one of the highest averages in his class, he will be awarded a jewelled honor pin on graduation night. During his four years at Bennett. George has been active in the Latin, German, and French Honorary Societies, the German Club, the Legion of Honor, the Key Club, of which he is Corresponding Secretary, and has been elected Prophet of the Senior Class CWhew!J This likeable Senior rates lobster, languages, classical music, and acting highest on his list of preferences, while he has an avid distaste for liver and math. George professes a desire to attend Harvard or Princeton. He intends to study law, not dramatics as you might expect. in preparation for a job in the foreign service. We certainly wish George the greatest of success-W we know he will attain it.

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SHEILA RUSH Here is a girl who seems to be everywhere at once. with a determined sparkle in her eye. and a friendly Hello for all. A perfect blend of leader- ship. personality. and intelligence makes Sheila Rush a sterling example of a successful Bennettonian. Sheila may appear to be forever in a hurry. but that is a matter of neces- sity. Last year. for example. she accomplished a multitude of tasks. serving as Secretary of the Junior class. Keeper of the Purse for the Latin Honorary Society. a BEACON stafl member. and an active participant in her Hi-Y Club. She also managed to find enough spare time to work as an office monitor. and to participate in after-school sports. which will enable her to receive her Gold HB . As a Senior. Sheila claimed even more honors. Her diligent work on the BEACON was rewarded by her selection for the co- editorship of the Literary Column. The Legion of Honor. the Debating Team. and the Inter Hi-Y Council. which she serves as Treasurer. also re- ceive her support. Perhaps the highest honors bestowed upon this outstand- ing Senior were her election as President of the Latin Honorary Society and Secretary of the Senior class. A jewelled honor pin will be awarded to Sheila. who places extremely high in her class. Sheila does have one fault. we must admit ffshe's a finicky eater. especially where vegetables are concerned. That is quite forgotten. though, when she is able to have a taste for sports. sweets. Biology. Latin. and dancing. Sheila would like to attend Chatham College in Pittsburgh. concentrating on a career in journalism or social work. We know that Sheila cannot help but succeed. Our only wish is -best of luck and Cod-speed! ROY LEVITCH Friendly. sincere. and truly one of Bennett's outstanding students is Roy Leviteh. He can usually be found under slide rules. behind test tubes. or in a football uniform. Roy is well known for his amazing mathematical ability, In his Junior year alone he won two math contests. and he is now President of Bennett's Math Club. Roy's talents are not wholely confined to the solving of com- plicated problems. Science is also one of his major interests. Ile is now President of the Science Club. and he loves to delve into the mysteries of theoretical science. electronics. and atomic devices. This all-around Senior also finds time in his busy schedule to be active in the Key Club. and to be a member of the Legion of Honor. He has been a member of the football team for four years. and has won a football squad letter. And. naturally. Roy will receive a jewelled honor pin upon gradu- ating. Roy has a great many likes. among which are food, especially pizza. sports. and Saturday nights. However. we haven't been able to End a pet peeve for this agreeable Senior. The honored profession of engineering is Roy's choice of a future occupa- tion. and he plans to enter lVIassachusetts Institute of Technology in the fall. VVith his remarkable record. we feel certain that he will succeed in whatever he attempts. JAYNE TRUCKENPORT Without the very popular Vice-President of this year's Senior class. Beu- nett's Hall of Fame would not be complete. I am sure many will remember Jayne as the pert Peter Pan of the i956 BEACON Assembly. and will recall her other excellent performances in Bennetts Variety Shows. Christmas assemblies. Bennett-Ken assemblies. and numerous other Bennett productions. In fact. this Winsome Senior will admit that she delights in acting. dancing. and in music of many moods. Like most people. however. Jayne confesses to having a few pet peeves. Unsociable Senior boys are taboo with her. and prejudiced people just don't rate on her list of favorites. Jayne's skill in leadership has been recognized in her winning of the Elk's Leadership Award. She was elected Vice-President of the Junior Coun- cil of VVorld Affairs and has worked on the Model United Nations this year. Jayne loves talkative people. and she herself is an excellent orator. Not only did she place second in the Girls' lligh Oratorical Contest. but she also won the Mercer Speaking Contest in her Junior year. In spite of her many activities. our industrious student has not neglected her classwork. Jayne is Vice-President of the Legion of Honor. and will be further honored by receiving the jewelled pin upon graduation. BEACON work and sports have also occupied a place in Jayne's busy schedule. In her Freshman year she was co-editor of the Freshman Column. and now is co-editor of the Senior Staff. An avid sports fan. Jayne will re- ceive the Gold HB for four years of after school sports. After graduating from Bennett. Jayne intends to enter Duke University. She is seriously considering either missionary or social work as her chosen vocation. W'e know that this admirable girl will surely achieve her goals.

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BARBARA AARON Nl1'tIf7lf,t.t is a rmzrning grrlre of l'V0HlllYlIl0llIiU Harb . . . General Gym Monitor 1 Future Teachers of America 2 Future Nurses ol America 2 Red Cross Service Club 1, fi BEACON work 4 Gold HB hficliigaui State University JOAN M. ACKERMAN l 1'iendxllip ix ll zcurd, Ihc :'6ry.vigl1l of :chirh in print makes the lmznf 1:,'11rm .loanie . . . College Science Hall Monitor 4 Bronze Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1. 2 John L. Stamp Dramatic Society 3, 4 Science Club 2 Math Club 2 Red Cross Council 15 Red Cross Service Club 4 BEACON work 2, fi, 4 Variety Slion' 3 Cornell University MARLENE ADAMS l'oliIrnr.fv of Ilia mind is ln have dalimlix llmughl.t Mar . . . General Science St. Johns High School. Uniontown l'n.. 19525 Bishop O'Hern High School, 1954 Future Nurses of America 3. Recording Secretary 4 l5nl'l'alo General Hospital, Nursing RICHARD ADAMS Plain living and high lliirrkiligu Dick . . . Language l'rojectiou Stnfl' llralnatics fl. 4 Chess Club l Arsenic And Old I,a4-e K'The Man Who Caine to Dinnez Pre-Theological ELLEN ADLER There'll alwayx be a lady fair K'Ellie'l . . . College Entrauice Language Bronze Service Pin .lewelled Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1, 2. I4 Future Teachers of America 1-4 French Club 1 French Honorary Society 2, 3. Treasurer 4 Latin Honorary Society fl, 4 Assistant Circulation liclitor 3 Girls, Circulation liclittn' 4 llniversity of llu1'l'nlo CELIA ALTMAN nf:00l,7lI!.Y.Y is llw only in:fr.t!mrnl that never failxu Ceil . . . General Business Student Council 1 Variety Show 1, 4 University of BnH'al0 EDYTH ANN ASHELMAN Speak briefly and Io the pain! Edie . . . General Business Photograpliy Club 2. Treasurer 4 Cafeteria Wlfiitk fi, 4 Armed Forces RALPH B. ATKINS Ez'crylhing runirs if a man will only :L-nil Engineering Silver Service Pin Cold Honor Pin Projection Stafl' 1-4 Photography Club 2 Math Club Il, 4 Radio and Electronics Club 3, 4 German Club fl, 4 German Honoraiy Society fl Union College JOYCE E. AXLEROD CurioJily is lillle more than anolhcr name for lmpfi' HAXU . . . College Entrance Scienct Swininiing Nlonitot' 4 Otiiee Monitor 3. 4 Bronze Service Pin Silver Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1, 2 Math Club 4 .lohn L. Stamp Drnlnatic Club 3, 4 BEACON work 4 Variety Show 3, 4 Arsenic and Old Lace fl University of linflalo, Medical Secre ELAINE BAITMAN i'Kindnes.v ix virtue ilxelf' tary Bait,, . . . College Entrance Science Attendance Monitor 3 Hall Monitor 2 Faculty Assistant Hebrew Club 1. 2 Science Club 1 Junior Red Cross Service Club 1 Math Club 2 Erie County Technical Institute