Bennett High School - Beacon Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 214 of the 1958 volume:

I ANNETTE BENNETT BEACON 958 PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL COVER DESIGN BY MARY ANN SCHAEFEI2 CARTOONS BY MICHAEL MOQGULIS DEDICATIO lNe, the staff of the Bennett Beacon, wholeheartedly dedicate this yearbook to our principal, Emmons B. Farrar, who has, is, and will continue to devote the major part of his time and energy to advancing all aspects of our education. An observing philosopher once noted that the rnost expert horseman guides his mount so smoothly spectators remark, i'What an intelligent animal-his rider has nothing to do but relaxf' M1'. Farrar's unrippled calm and courteous dignity have often earned him the same comment until the commentator has learned the moti- vating force behind the progressive strides in education which have been taken in Bennett. During the past twenty-five years of his principalship finterrupted by an Army Air Force Majorls commission throughout World VVar Ill he has initiated, among other things, College Day, Career Day, the Student Council, the pre-assem- bly ceremonies, and student management of assemblies. In 1934, he directly intro- duced an advanced study program, the forerunner of the present widely acclaimed honors classesfcertainly a contributing factor in the multitudiness scholarships netted by our students. With his usual foresight, Mr. Farrar also began, early in his administration, to encourage the study of science and math, evidently and eminently a part of Bennett's curriculum. All these innovations and advances have one prime objective: developing strong, young minds capable of directing their own futures and that of their community. As we have shown ourselves more ready and more willing to fill this role, we have been granted increasingly greater freedom. This, in turn, urges us to new heights of matu- rityg and thus has Mr. Farrar also initiated a code of social growth. To our principal, then, with no reservations, we, who are proud to call ourselves Bennettonians. inscribe this record of a year. 2 FOREWORD Science as we all have learned is defined as Us 'stemized knowled e derived from I 7 y observation, study, and experimentation carried on in order to determine the nature or principles of what is being studiedf' In its popular conception it has come to denote that branch of knowledge concerned with the physical laws or natural phenomena. But science is more than just the mere amassing of factual data. It also includes the proper application of this information for the benefit of mankind. Science might properly be called the steppingstone to the future for, in the past, all manls advances in civilization have been based on science. Progress in science has always been accompanied by a parallel growth in the interest generated in other non-related fields, as art, religion, music, and literature. The reason for this is that as developments in science have given man the opportunity to earn a livelihood with less work, he has utilized his additional time to delve into fields encompassing his particular interests. Today man leads a richer, fuller life than ever before and we can assume that he will continue to expand and enrichen his mode of living. We and our classmates will be responsible for the fulfillment of this goal. It will be our efforts and achievements that will spell success or failure. WVe are extremely fortunate that the public has been awakened to the fact that only through education a.nd increased emphasis on science can we hope to obtain the necessary personnel. But no matter how much aid, inducement, or encouragement is offered, we, our- selves, must take the initiative. ' The future is in our hands and whether we plan to devote our life's work to science or utilize its benefits as consumers, it behooves all of us to derive all possible knowledge from our science courses today. Tomorrow,s living is based on science and we must be prepared to cope with it. Because of its timeliness and importance we have chosen science as our theme. We hope that, as you read and enjoy the book, you will reflect on the past, present, and promised marvels of science and that thought will stir you to action. - Philip Ablove 3 3111 illhtmnriam A shift in the winds oler the sands of Time, And frail man's brief day ends, But the highest and truest part of him,'- The dearest and noblest part of him Lives on in the hearts of his friends. A shadow passed across our hearts this fall when we learned of the death of two classmates during thc summer months. David John O,Neil, sixteen, was to have begun his junior year this September. Since he attended Bennett only from january 1957 to June, his fine potential had scant opportunity to ripen into achievement here, however, the faculty and the student body of Hutchinson Central Technical High School will affectionately remember him as a member of their foot- ball team and student council. His sudden and untimely pass- ing on August 11, 1957, has left a deep and lasting mark upon the memories of his many new acquaintances. Susan Miller, born November 26, 1940, would have gradu- ated with the Class of '58, Always an honor student, she never- theless included in her bright, brief life, volunteer work Q Roswell Park Memorial Institutej and athletics, as well as participa- tion in the Hebrew, Science, and Future Nurses Clubs. Though saddened by her death, August 8, 1957, her many friends find only sunshine in their recollections of her. Could courage alone sustain mortal life, Susan Miller would be yet with us. 4 GP CO TE . ,..-.::::,3.u5:f:T+4.A .,. , T BLE TS IXDMXNXSTRATION Sxamoas U NxmP.cLAssMxf.N CLASSES . Svof uc wr Am'wx'rw.s A'r1u.xf,'x'xCs Am'v,RT1sxNc Rom-xeui if if 5 F2425 ,. 1 13:95 .- ---11. E12-Ei? wg.: 8 x, M 70 96 118 128 X64 182 YBENATOVXQH ,Y BEACO STAFF Row I: E. Hedger, Duquin, C. Gibson, Bushman. Row II: S. Roseno, J. Reifer. Row III: B. Garson, T. Holzka. Row IV: B. Fein- .L- 1.A . F '9 f 5 -A , Phil Ablove blatt Sandy Greenberg Editor-in-Chief PHILIP ABLOVE Associate Editors SANFORD GREENBERG MICI-IAEL MEYER General Advisor MISS R. ROONEY Activities PETER NATHAN Advertising LANCE FOGAN JOAN REIFER 6 Mike Meyer Alumni ELLEN HEDGER SANDEE WEINSTEIN Art JEAN CALVIN CECILE GOTTLIEB Athletics DON SADKIN Business ANN ARBESMAN Circulation BARRY FEINBLATT TRUDY HOLZKA Row I: R. Doeblin, D. Sadkin, A. Arbcsman, M. Davis. Row II: L. Kreger, P. Nathan. Row III: C. Gottleib, Kreinheder. Row IV: B. W'cintmub Row I: C. Berkson, Calvin, L. Robins, Row II: M. Dankner, L. Fogzm. Row III: P. Trooboff, P. Hoffman. Row IV: C. Smith Classes Special Features MADELINb1 DAVIS IQICHARD DOEDLIN LINDA KREGER Girls' Sports JOYCE DUQUIN Photography JEROME BUCHMAN Senior Stab' BARBARA GARSON CHRISTINE GIBSON Senior Tempo MARIAN DANKNER SUSAN ROSIENO BRUCE VVIQINTRAUB CINDY WOODRUFE Spozfliglzt COLIN SMITH Urzderclassmen JUNE KREINIYIEDER Freshmen CAROL BERKSON LINDA ROBINS Sojrlz omores PETER TROOBOEF juniors PATRICIA HOFFRIAN 8 fig w1 f 21 Hiifwgyg Q4 'fi 1 'D I e 0 f 'I 'I Q .:,:i .igi .- E J' M 1 QM' 99 Mfr JEMIP' ,K 5,2 v . .. -'-f'142. . Q W W 9 5 H,-ff' W , ,ww w ,A , .. 'ly' A gi 3 Wig! :Aiwa 5 TQ gifs ufffgffr af 5 Aff wr A f 1 ,, Q ifff W 4 A '4 ,fi ff, V ' 65 fl gg 1 ISIMONB FARRAR, Pvfincqbal 4 To The Members of The Class of 1958 During the Hrst assembly, when I became Principal of Bennett High School in September 1933, I tried to acquaint the student body with my thoughts on conduct and attitudes which would help make them develop properly and make Bennett High School one of the best. Some of these ideas have been repeated many times, and are just as applicable today as in 1933. This is an educational institution and you are attend- ing here with the idea of obtaining as good an education as possible, so start today by developing good study habits and being conscientious about your assignments. Let's have 2095 of our school on the honor roll instead of the traditional MDW. Participate in extra after school activi- ties, and develop leadership qualities. Donlt be a smart aleck . Develop a pleasing personality and a good char- acter, be courteous and gracious, dress neatly, be loyal to your school, your home, and your community. Be orderly and reasonably quiet in the halls and cafe- teria. Give courteous attention during assembly program, applaud vigorously, but don't be rowdyish. Keep your school property looking neat, the halls, the walls, the outside of the building on the walks and lawn. Obey all school laws. Be conscientious, courteous, and cooper- ate with all the teachers who are trying to help you in obtaining a good educationf' Keep some of these thoughts uppermost in your mind, and I am sure that your future will be full of happiness, success, and good fortune. Sincerely, EMMONS B. FARRAR LLOYD A. MILLER Assistant Principal 4 Each year our graduates face new problems and chal- lenges. At this time we see the Russians developing rapidly in the Held of science and we are attempting to solve some of the mysteries of outer space. After a long period of human strife and business development, many countries are feeling the effects of inflation and the beginning of a recession which we hope will be temporary. The basic education you have received at Bennett will help you to develop further your ability to solve new problems. Let these four years not be the end of your education but rather a foundation for your further en- deavors. Your many extra activities and your contacts with teachers and other students have developed your person- ality. This combination of ability and personality will help you achieve success in life. Do the very best you can and your rewards will be great. LLOYD A. MILLER G IDANCE STAFF Left to right: Mr. Hill, Miss Muntz CChairmanD, Mr. Gilbert, Mrs. Mattera No members of the Bennett faculty are more popular or held in greater esteem by the student body, than are the school Guidance Counselors. Whether confronted by a major problem concerning school curriculum, or just seeking information about college life, a student can readily obtain personal interest and expert advice from Mr. Hill, Miss Muntz, Mrs. Mattera, and Mr. Gilbert. Friends, as well as advisors, the Guidance Counseloris first and last concern is the welfare of every individual student. In an effort to aid pupils in their preparation for the future, the Guidance Oflice sponsors various programs throughout the year dealing with college and vocational planning. The two most notable of these are College Day and Career Day. The former consists of a group of con- ferences in which representatives from various colleges discuss such factors as admittance requirements and edu- cational offerings of their respective schools. The latter is a program whereby leading members of different voca- tions describe the preparatory training, nature, and benents of their work. Both College and Career Day pro- vide an enlightening experience for those pondering over their post-graduate days. Mrs. Owen, Miss Shanley OFFICE STAFF The office is the center and coordination point of Bcnnett's many diversihed activities. The staff, under the direction of our extremely capable principal and assistant principal, Mr. Farrar and Mr. Miller, is faced with the awesome task of knowing and recording every- thing that occurs in the school. The eflicient method in which this task is handled may be largely attributed to the department head, Miss Shanley. Not only does she supewise ofhce work in gen- eral, but also directs the selecting and training of office and hall monitors. Miss Shanley is also in charge of homeroom records. If there were a treasurer of Bennett High School, Bliss Biehler would be a likely candidate for the job. All or- ganizational dues, ticket sale proceeds. Beacon subscrip- tion fund, and any other such money Heating around the school must be accounted for by Miss Biehler. She pre- pares the homeroom notices for their daily broadcasting. Mrs. Owen is responsible for the absentee reports and students' excuses, of which there are a great number. The cards sent to the parents once the pupil has reached a certain number of absences is a direct result of her efhcient records. Mrs. Owen handles all permanent record cards. The mountains of mail which enter and leave Bennett each day, are under the personal supervision of Mrs. Schaefer. She also is responsible for sending out applica- tions for jobs, working papers, and any other references and records. Bennett High School owes a larffe debt of Gratitude to D D D the oFfice staff for their diligent service to the school. Mrs, Ellis, Miss Biehler , , ii. - - Q N ,M,...,,w, ggi! ,wig 555 N5 A Y jiwgiwivzagzffm sg Nix Q. v ' 'S q.mA3ws.QW' ' ' v yiwfgfwb ...M- gaivi 22355522 91 ' ww .pq ,Mn Q 4 ,. ew-WSW V ye . .nu-Q. , . fa B g. .Www , A M. M.. Row I: M. Meyer, E. Hedger, J. Selby, B. Weintraub.- Row II: B. Feinblatt, E. Shosho, D. Murray, S. Greenberg, C. Sheinberg, S. Hoff- man. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS PRESIDENT . VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY . GIRLS! TREASURER BOYS! TREASURER GIRLS, MARSHAL BOYS, MARSI-IAL PROPHET . . HISTORIAN . VALEDICTORIAN SALUTORIAN Sanford Greenberg Dianne Murray . Judith Selby Carol Sheinberg . Ernest Shosho . Ellen Hedger . Philip Ablove Michael Meyer Sanford Hoffman Bruce Weintraiib Barry Feinblatt SALUTATCRY Three years and eight months ago, our class of 1958 brought forth to Bennett High School a new group of students dedicated to the proposition that all youth are entitled to, and should fully appreciate, a high school education. Now we are at the end of a great period in our lives and are beginning a new period to test whether that education, so received and so directed, has prepared us for the future. We are met in the great auditorium of that Bennett High School. We are met to acknowledge and to sincerely thank those who have dedicated their lives and their careers that we might live a fruitful, mature, and understanding life. It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this. But, in a larger sense, we cannot repay, we cannot honor, we cannot acknowl- edge enough these benefactors. Our parents, teachers, our principal, Mr. Farrar and our assistant principal, Mr. Miller, who worked with us here and at home, will be gratified with our success, far above our power to add or to detract. We shall long remember the good times we have spent here, and we shall never forget the lessons in brotherhood, understanding, and knowledge that we have learned and practised. It is for us, the graduates, to dedicate our lives to the unfinished work of molding our characters that they, our mentors, have thus far so unselfishly carried on. It is for us to be here dedicated to the great future remaining before usg that from these honored benefactors we take increased devotion to that cause of developing useful, active citizens, to which they here gave their guidance and understanding. We here highly resolve that they shall not have taught us in vain, that we the Class of 1958 shall strive onward and that we shall use the knowledge gained here so that a country of the people, by the people and for the people shall continue to grow in peaceful prosperity. - Barry Feinblatt 17 A HISTCRY of the SENIOR CLASS FRESHMEN S Somewhere in the ever-sought land of Heaven, an angel is reporting to his superiors. The gist of the report goes like this: 'Thou gavest me a most pleasant assign- ment. Being guardian angel of the 1958 senior class of Bennett High School was indeed an enjoyable experi- ence. That class was truly extraordinary, one with which I am proud to have been associated. And now my report. 'gin early September, 1954, a large, unrelated group of students from all corners of Buffalo met in the gather- ing hall of Bennett. This was the freshman class. They were somewhat awed by the greatness of the institution they were entering that day. But in time their feeling changed to one of reverence for that monument to learn- mfr. ?'To continue the story of the class I have brought along Bob E. Socks, a member of that class. Bob, at my request, was reserved and unpretentious during his four years at Bennett. The day before Bob entered Bennett I asked him to collect data for my report to Thee four years hence. Bob happily agreed to assist me and we con- curred that the best plan for collecting appropriate in- formation would be for him to remain in the back- Ground. D I shall now allow Bob to continue the story. Robert, if you please. 'SThe first important business we conducted was the election of our Student Council representatives. Sanford Greenberg was chosen as our overall representative to the Executive Committee. From the first, Bruce Wein- traub and June Kreinheder 'gout-smarted the entire class. The year 1954-55 will go down in history as the year of assemblies. We were treated to one wonderful assem- bly after another. A scientific Hmagicianu from General Electric held us spellbound while producing rubber in front of our eyes. More magic was performed by uttering the name, Bob Wells. Mr. Wells brought us a sterling group of talent. Such stars as the Four Lads, Robert W'agner, and Russell Armes brought many enjoyable moments to the student body. HOur St. Patrick's day was brightened by the perform- ance of the great choral group from upstate New York, The Colgate Thirteen. 'fMore magic was performed as the thrill of our first Variety Show QThe Magic Carpetj unveiled before our eyes. The thrill took on an even bigger signihcance when we discovered that many of our fellow neophytes were in the fabulous show. After a rather dismal beginning in sports our mer- men came through with a stirring victory in the All- High meet. Bennett's trophy case was further adorned when our athletes won the Robert T. Babst cup for hit- ting a little white ball over a net and also the Cornell Cup for hitting another white ball, only this time with a malformed piece of wood. SOPHOMORES Sophomores - somehow our first year had passed swiftly by and we found ourselves once again engrossed in work. Diminutive Sandy Katz immediately took his place as an outstanding leader Qcheerleader, that isj, urging our teams on to greater heights. Sandy Green- berg was re-elected to the Executive Committee. Our stage was once more graced with fine talent and entertainment, much to our surprise, for we little thought that such good fortune could continue. Mr. Sur- prise himself, Bob Wells, brought an array of talent headed by such luminaries from the world of show busi- ness as Jackie Jocko and' The Four Voices. Mr. Daniel M. Kublitz directed the Hrst full-scale production of a play in many moons. The play, Arsenic and Old Lace, was a big success and inspired ,Mr. Kublitz to direct the best Variety Show Bennett has ever known. Betty Zearfoss, Jim Perrnan, Pat Lodico, and Bob Kroll were among the members of the sophomore class who made these productions memorable. 'iln sports our 4'Sophmen excelled. Dave Rynne snatched passes from outer space, Bob Gurn, Dave Hughes, and John Jacobowitz were bright spots of a rather dismal swimming team, while Paul Emerick and Jerry Simon aided the boys on the diamond who once again won the Cornell Cup. NBut the icing was put on the cake when our tennis team became the first in Buffalds history to capture the Babst Trophy while remaining undefeated. One memory we shall cherish for many years was that moment when the first letter from our newly adopted Korean brother, Kim Suh Heng, was read to the stu- dent body. Our emotions were deeply touched when we realized that we were helping a fellow human being, less fortunate than we, obtain a feeling that the world was not all evil and gloomy as he had been previously led to believef' JUNIORS uWhen our junior year came upon us we realized that we had reached the half-way point of our high school careers. As the year started, more and more of us began to think of Bennett as our second home, a home we could be as proud as of our parental abode. Bruce Weintraub provided the first major extra-cur- ricular event of the year when he was honored by being selected as Junior Representative to the Executive Com- mittee. This was followed by election fever which swept through the class in mid-February as we prepared to choose our official leaders. When the ballots were tab- ulated, Fred Clarke stood as Chief Consul. Dianne Mur- ray was chosen Vice-Consul, while Judy Selby had the honor of being elected Scribe. Financial affairs were creditably handled by the Bursars, Ernie Shosho and Ellen Hedger. ' Lullaby of Broadwayv, another Kublitz production, held the audience spellbound during its stay at the Ben- net Golden Theatre. The show was of special interest for us since many of our fellow classmates delivered perform- ances of the highest caliber. When the Mercer Club sponsored its annual speak- ing contest in March, Dennis Sandow and Edith Davis displaying oratorical excellence, took first place honors. In April, the 'Kinvasion' of Bennett by Donald Puch- ala, a Hutch-Tech senior, provided us with another top- fiight assembly. Donald humorously told us about his trip to Europe the previous summer. Near the middle of May, one could see that some- thing wonderful was brewing. The last minute hair appointments, decorations, and scurrying back and forth could mean only one thing-the Junior Prom. It was the social event of the year, as Ellen Hedger, Linda Orlin and their talented crew of helpers made it a smashing success. Who can forget the anxiety we all felt as we waited for the great announcement of who were to rule as King and Queen of the Prom? How happy we were when Sandy Greenberg and Doreen Guyett were overwhelmingly chosen to occupy the majestic thrones. '4About June first, backaches were common ailments as we reeled under a burdensome load of review books. At the same time we began reviewing uancient history feverything we had learned during the yearj. As the inevitable exams approached, most of us envied, just a little, Barry Feinblatt, Joanna Ferber, Alan Ehrlich, Richard Doeblin, and Gertrude Holzka who had excel- led scholastically during the entire year. Sports figured prominently throughout the year. Our football team won third place. Then our basketball quintet supplied a pleasant surprise by winning the treas- ured Yale Cup. Coach Braun was accused of hoard- ing trophies when the baseball team again won the Cornell Cup. Bennett's sportsmen brought more fame to their alma mater when they retained the Bapst Cup, symbol of tennis supremacy. Richard Weisfeld and Bruce Weintraub had the enviable distinction of being among the few juniors in the annals of Bennett to gain berths on an All-High Tennis Team. Thus a very productive and satisfying year drew to a close. SENIORS Time is fleetingf' We grasped the full significance of that oft quoted phrase for the first time in the autumn of 1957 as we realized that no longer could the word underclassmen be applied to us - we had arrived! Many obstacles had been strewn along the path we had traveled during our ascent, but the class had re- mained nearly intact and we were confident that this solidarity would continue throughout the senior year. '4Shortly following the opening of school the student body was pleasantly shocked, when after eleven unsuc- cessful years, the cross country team outdistanced its opponents to win the Columbia Cup. S'The football season ended with both of Buffalo's leading newspapers unanimously selecting Dave Rynne on their All-High Football Teams. mln November many talented seniors were attracted by the glitter of the stage as they lent their combined talents to the 1958 edition of the Variety Show--Music, Music, Music. 4'By the dawn of winter the feverish pitch of elections could be felt everywhere as we chose our slate of officers. The outcome of the polling was as follows: Chief Consul - Sanford Greenberg Vice-Consul - Dianne Murray Scribe - Judith Selby Bursars - Ernest Shosho, Carol Scheinberg Adjutants - Philip Ablove, Ellen Hedger Memorialist - Sanford Hoffman Oracle - Michael Meyer Valedictorian - Bruce Weintraub Salutatorian - Barry Feinblatt '6The ensuing collection of dues by our esteemed bur- sars depleted bankrolls and left many wallets barren. UNO sooner had we recovered from the aforemention- ed Hafflictionn when an ominous sounding notice was broadcast over the public address system. The S.B.L.P. had been formed! This senior boy honorary organization successfully aided the members of the faculty in enforc- ing the rule prohibiting smoking in the school building. 6'Alan Berkeis rating as a uworkhorsef' of a better than than average basketball team was confirmed by his being placed on the All-High Basketball Team. L'The annual school play, a rollicking comedy, You Can't Take It With You, played to capacity crowds as Gary Lichtman, Michael Gilroy, Barry Feinblatt and Kenneth Johnson delivered superb performances. '4On Class Day Michael Meyer's creative genius was displayed by the humorous prophecy he prepared for our enjoyment. The festivities which followed the prophecy were well-planned by Bennettss Community Association. '4That is my complete report. All the angels rise to congratulate Bob on his report when they are interrupted by the coarse voice of the guardian angel. 4'Pardon me, Robert? he says, HI find one thing miss- ing from your report-Graduation. If thou dost not mind, I would like to describe that eventf, 'fAt 6 p.m. on June 24-th the tension of the approaching commencement exercises was felt by all. As that momen- tous occasion neared, hearts began to beat faster and hands started twitching nervously. Four years of labori- ous work was about to be climaxed on a cheerful, al- though somewhat nostalgic, note. i'The auditorium was a sight to behold. It was over- flowing with relatives, friends, well-wishers and teachers. The graduates presented a striking spectacle, bedecked in caps and gowns- the boys in blue and the girls in white. The ceremonies proceeded without a hitch and in a twinkling of an eyelash four hundred fifty names had been added to the scroll of alumni. The class of 1958 was now just a memory. The guardian queries his friends, Dost thou have any additions or corrections to the report?'5 There are no additions or corrections and the general consensus of opinion among the angels is that the report was very informative. The hearing disbands, but not before our angel is given another assignment. He is in- formed that he will represent his ward at the annual convention of guardian angels. HALL OF FAM The following space is dedicated to the outstanding seniors - class 1958. For their four years, these students have worked diligently, and now have reached the pinnacle of success - Bennett's Hall of Fame. For four years they have proved themselves leaders in all phases of high school life. Here is a compilation of scholar- ship, leadership, and athletic prowess. These then, are the characteristics of those selected for the Hall of Fame - all around men and women. To this aim Bennett High School has dedicated itself and to these people, we dedicate these pages. PHILIP ABLOVE High on the pinnacle of this year's outstanding seniors stands Philip Ablove, Editor-in-Chief of the BENNETT BEACON. In this most cherished position, Phills leadership, knack for organization, determination, and intelli- gence have been extremely advantageous. Because of the endless hours of work spent on our yearbook, the words Ablove and UBEACONH have become synonymous around Bennett. Moreover, Phil has engaged in many extra-curricular activities other than the BEACON. Last year, through his membership in the Junior Council on World Affairs, Phil was one of Bennett's representatives to the Model UNg here he brought honor to himself and school by being one of the chosen few to address the entire assembly. As a result, he was elected president of . the Junior Council in his senior year, and is again contributing to the Model UN. In addition, Phil has served the Latin Honorary Society as Vice-Presi- dent. the Chess Club as Secretary, the English Honorary Society as Sergeant- at-Arms, and has been a member of the Student Council. For four years. this outstanding senior has protected Bennettonians as a member of the School Safety Patrol: he is now serving as co-captain. The Key Club and Legion of Honor are also proud to claim Phil as a member. To top it all off, his scholarship has not suffered for he will receive a jewelled honor pin at graduation. Amicable Phil's dislikes are limited to slapstick comedy and fraternity meetings. Among his many likes, one will find sports Cbasketball and base- ball in particularl homecooking Cblintzesl, night driving fvia blue cardsl, and Saturday nights. Upon graduation, Phil plans to enter college but is undecided as to which one. However, he is certain that he plans to major in Business Admin- istration. Judging from his impressive record here, he cannot help but succeed. ANN ARBESMAN Nice things come in small packages definitely describes Ann Arbesman. This energetic little Senior has managed to contribute much to the many facets of school life at Bennett. Ann's extra-curricular activities have been many and varied, including four years of hard and diligent work on the BEACON, which led to her appointment as assistant advertising editor in her Junior year and resulted this year in her selection as business editor. This year Ann became corre- sponding secretary of the French Honorary Society and for the past two years she has been Vice-President of the French Club. Ann has shown her initiative and willingness to work in many ways. In her second and third years, she was an active member of the Junior Council on World Affairs and this year she is a member of the Legion of Honor. Her participation in work on the Variety Show business staff this year demonstrates that she is always ready to help out. When passing through the front hall one often sees her in the monitor's chair, busily at work. At graduation she will receive her jewelled pin for four years of outstanding work. On her list of Hlikes , Ann rates travel as tops, for during the summer following her Junior year she spent ten weeks in Europe on a student tour. She also loves expensive shoes and reading and finds BEACON work and Math, taught by Miss Thiel, extremely interesting. She doesn't care for con- Ceited boys or picture slips, and has a strong aversion to lima beans, scal- loped potatoes, and people who call her Banana Anna. Ann hopes to further her education in Liberal Arts at The University of Michigan where she thinks perhaps she'll pursue a teaching career. We know that Ann will be successful in reaching whatever goal she sets for her- self and that Bennett can always be proud of her achievements. M ELLEN HEDGER An outstanding representative of Bennett's seniors is Ellen Hedger. VVe find this pert teenager with a finger in every Bennett Pie. As Girls' Marshal of the Senior Class and Girls' Treasurer of the Junior Class, she has served faithfully in the top echelon. Not one to specialize in only a single phase of school life, Ellen has showed her capabilities on the BEACON for three years, as assistant to the classes column her junior year, and co-editor of the Alumni column this year. She also is expecting a jewelled honor pin and has earned a gold SBI' in sports. At the same time Ellen has managed to fit into her schedule jobs as sec- retary of the Junior Red Cross Service Club and vice president of the Latin Honor Society. She also is sergeant-at-arms of the Senior Girls Hi-Y and a member of the Legion of Honor. In her freshman year, Ellen served on the Student Council and capably as publicity chairman in Bennett for the 1958 Variety Show. Enthusiastic Ellen rates food of any kind, college boys Cin that orderl, people, and talking on the phone high on her list of loves. She is also crazy about Hi-fi. However, we couldnlt find a single thing Ellen dislikes. Nursing is Ellen's choice for a career with D'Youville College the spot for study. Surely happiness will be her reward in life. RICHARD DOEBLIN Combine scholarship, sincerity, leadership, and knack for work, and you have one of our most outstanding seniorsf Richard Doeblin. Richard has been President of the Legion of Honor, a three year mem- ber of the Math Club, an active Key Clubber, and a member of the Major Staff of the BEACON. In addition, he was a delegate to the Model United Nations from our Junior Council on World Affairs and an active member of the Latin Honor Society. The power of speech is one of Richard's most valuable assets-he won the Knights of Pythias Speaking Contest and the I Speak for Democracyl' Contest. He expects to receive a jewelled Honor Pin upon graduation. High on his honor roll of likes are Math, Latin, lobster, and music Che plays piano and organj. He dislikes discordant music. This summer he is going to France to study at the Sorbonne. In the fall he expects to enter Yale University. We are sure his lot will be a happy and successful one. GERTRUDE HOLZKA Isn't she sweet? She's a pleasure to meet! Who? Why, our Trudy, of course! Who else but the likeable Miss Holzka can combine friendliness, peppiness, and intelligence to produce a sparkling personality? Her ambitious spirit has encouraged Trudy to participate in many school activities, among them: vice-president of the Legion of Honor, treasurer of Future Teachers of America, Secretary of Latin Honor Society, Sophomore editor, Girl's Sports editor, and circulation manager of the BEACON, and the after-school-sports Gold B , Because of her excellent scholastic stand- ing, Trudy is anticipating a Jewelled honor pin in June. Tops on her tiny list of dislikes are people who wonlt call her 'fTrudy , wearing boots in winter, and vegetables. Her favorites are Frank Sinatra and Saturday night. Trudy is planning to attend U. B. this fall, preparatory to teaching history to high school students. May the happiness which Trudy so pleas- antly gave to us, be shared with others, also. SANFORD GREENBERG His magnanimous leadership, strong initiative, and all-around versatility entitles Sanford Greenberg- Senior Class President and Chief Executive of the Student Council-to an esteemed position in Bennett's All Time Hall of Fame. The phenomenon about Sandy is not that he has undertaken so many activities but that he has done them with equal deliberance and success. As a sophomore, when most Bennettonians are just beginning to learn their way around Bennett, Sandy was elected president of the Junior Coun- cil on World Affairs and was serving his second of four years on the Student Council Executive Committee. His association with these organizations led to his election as president of the Inter-High School Student Council and Inter-High School Junior Council on World Affairs, in his junior and senior years respectively. The Bennett Beacon, of which he is Associate Editor, has also received its fair share of Sandy's spare timew. This June, he will be awarded a gold Beacon pin for four years of devoted service. Last year, this remarkable senior was chosen Bennett's representative to the Empire Boys' State, where he added the ofHce of State Comptroller to his honors. Recently, he won the city and state divisions of the Elks Youth leadership contest. Sandy is also a member of the Key Club, the Legion of Honor, and French Honorary Society, he will of course receive a jeweled honor pin upon gradu- ation. It seems that steak, waking up in the morning, overdoses of homework, and misanthropes are among Sandy's pet peeves. On the other hand, ivy clothes, a pretty girl, sports Qbaseball and trackj, parties, and dancing rate high with him. On the more sophisticated side, Sandy enjoys classical music, operas, and dramas. In the last category Oedipus Rex rates as one of his favorites. In September, Sandy hopes to enter the hallowed halls of Columbia. No school could be more fortunate than to have Sandy as a member of its freshman class. JUNE KREINHEDER Many of us at Bennett will think of june Kreinheder as the girl with the deeply waved hair. Behind her pretty exterior we find a capable personality sparkling with leadership and good will. Thumbs down, as far as June is concerned, are final exams, liver, insin- cere people, and fgroanj getting up in the morning. However, many are June's loves: football players, sewing, vanilla ice cream, raw carrots for snacks, drawing and painting. As varied as her likes and dislikes are June's accomplishments at Bennett. Of course, there's Beacon, three years of hard work rewarded with editor of underclassmen this year. She has served as secretary, junior year, and presi- dent, senior year of Kodaya Hi-Y, program chairman and vice-president have been her offices in the English Honorary Society. Expecting a ,lewelled Honor Pin, june is a member of the Legion of Honor, French Honorary Society, and John L. Stamp Dramatic Club. She is active in the Junior Red Cross Council and Service Club, and has been an office monitor three years. WVhen asked of her ambitions, June replied, 'ggovernrnent work or for- eign servicef' To prepare herself she hopes to major in history at Cornell. Success and fame will certainly follow June in her chosen career. DAVID RYNNE Heis friendly, athletic, a leader, and has a smile for everyone. Who else - it's Dave Rynne. He can usually be found in a football uniform, working at his Lieutenant-Governorship of the Key Club, or running around the third floor for the Track Club. During Dave's four years at Bennett, he has excelled in sports, being one of our top offensive football players. He has saved the day many a time when we needed that extra point the most. Not only in Bennett is he praised, he was chosen as All-High end on this year's All-High football team. Dave has played football for three years, receiving a squad letter in his Sophomore year, and Major letters in both his Junior and Senior years. Track is another of his sports, and he has received Major letters in Track, for his last two years in Bennett. He was a member of the Track Club for three years, and was elected Vice-President in his Senior year. Not all his interests are devoted to sports, though. He is a member of the Junior Council on World Affairs, the North Delaware Boys Hi-Y, and the Varsity Club. He was also appointed Lieutenant-Governor of the New York district Key Clubs, a very high honor. Like all of us, Dave has his special likes and dislikes. Pizza, sports and science head his list of favorites. Latin and noisy study halls are irritating to Dave. Dave desires to attend either Columbia or Cornell and we know he will excel in whatever Held of endeavor he chooses. Best of luck, Dave! DIANNE MURRAY A pinch of friendliness, a dash of sincerity, a sprinkling of bubbly laugh- ter, and a good measure of soft-spokenncss-result? . . . Dianne Murray! A warm smile and a friendly hello,' are bestowed upon all by this gal with the personality plus. Dianne's great likes are people, West Point boys, water skiing, She states lcotards as being her only pet peeve. Capability and a love for being with people have sent Dianne into a busy round of activity. Vice-president of her junior and senior classes, Dianne is also secretary of Senior Girls Hi-Y, active in the Hi-Y branch council, the president of the Junior Red Cross Council and the secretary of Buffalo Chapter, American Junior Red Cross. An interested and responsible member of the Student Council for her whole high school career, she is now the senior representative on the Executive Committee. Need a chairman or an eager member of a committee for a school activ- ity? Dianne's willing and wonderful. Although she is undecided on her choice of colleges CNiagara heads the list of possible H. Dianne is certain that her career will be nursing. If these attributes are a sign of success and happiness in later life, Dianne will reap abundantly. COLIN SMITH i'Places everyone! Curtain timelu The voice of our energetic stage manager, Colin Smith, is well known to anyone who has ever done stage work at Bennett. Through his untiring effort, our stage has become the best equipped and smoothest functioning in the city. Colin began his career as flyman, three years ago, and quickly advanced through the ranks to stage manager. He can be found on the stage not only every school day, but even on evenings and Saturdays, performing the end- less number of odd jobs required to keep the stage running smoothly. In addition to his stage work, Colin has amazing musical talents. He has played with the University of Buffalo, the State Teachers, and Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestras. As if this were not enough, Colin is a member of the Legion of Honor and the Beacon Editor of the Spotlight. He is also the president of the Bennett Society of Model Engineers. Unbelievably, Colin could find no pet peeves. However, we discovered he likes good music, twins, and shop talk. Colin distinguished himself by winning the first scholarship of the Class of 1958 to the Eastman School of Music where he will study applied music. After college, he will, most likely, enter the field of professional music. Without the competent stage management of Colin, neither our assem- blies, nor our productions could possibly be successful. Wle of Bennett High School thank him. CAROL SHEINBERG Friendliness, sincerity, and keen intelligence are but a few of the numer- ous wonderful qualities possessed by Carol Sheinberg. Her activities covcr a varied Held and indeed she carries out diligently each task that she under- takes. Her hard work and popularity have accorded her the office of Girl's Treasurer of the Senior Class. An extremely capable person, she has also achieved the position of Secretary of the Legion of Honor. We owe our thanks for the many fine assemblies we have had this year to Carol, for as Chairman of the Program Committee, she has done an excel- lent job. For the past two years, Carol has been serving on the student council, contributing much to the welfare of the students of Bennett. In her Junior year, she was an active member of the Girls' Civil Defense Club and in her senior year her interest in foreign languages led her to join the French Club. Always willing to lend a helping hand, Carol has found time in her busy schedule to devote to work on the business staff of the variety show in her third and fourth years at Bennett, and to become a guidance monitor also. Besides all of her activities outside of school, she has still managed to keep her marks very high, and as a result, she will receive her jewelled honor pin at graduation. Always prompt, Carol Hnds that tardy people annoy her. She doesn't care for Chinese cooking but simply adores pizza. Math is the subject she enjoys most. After graduation from Bennett, Carol intends to enter State Teachers College. We know shelll be successful in all her endeavors. VALEDICTORY Tonight, as we stand at the consummation of our high school career, a mingled feeling of joy and sadness possesses us all. We are joyous at the attainment of a goal for which we have so long been striving, yet sad because of the severance of our most intimate companionships. Tomorrow, we set forth anew-some to continue academic work in higher institutions, others to set out directly in their chosen voca- tions, all to apply the training with which Bennett has provided them. Since this may be our final meeting together, it might be well to examine the road we have just traveled, and draw from that experience some conclusions as to our future. When we entered Bennett four years ago, this evening was but a date in the distant future. Then, in the midst of unfamiliar surroundings, we began four years of intense study and concentrated effort, our curriculum a new and difhcult one. As time passed, we gained confidence in ourselves and accrued an enviable record of academic and athletic successes. More important, through our relation- ships with teachers and fellow students, we acquired a sense of moral as well as practical values. We were imbued with a love of truth, loyalty, and honor-those intangibles that forever mark one's character and emotions. Thus, our high school years have enriched us with the imperishable jewel of education, a gift with which we may confidently face the future. The record of past achievements naturally turns our thoughts to those who have played such an important role in our training and personal successes. To our parents, for their sacrifices and loving support, we owe a debt of gratitude which can never be repaid. As a class we extend to you a greeting, hoping that our careers in life will be such as to reward you, at least in part, for the assistance you have given us. There is another group before us tonight which merits special claims to our gratitude. I refer, of course, to our instuctors. To you, whose patience we have often tried, whose advice we have sometimes spurned, yet whose labors have im- pressed powerful influences upon our lives, we offer our humble thanks. Your in- struction has not only taught us a proper attitude toward life, but at the same time has inspired and encouraged us. It is with reverence and gratitude that we bid fare- well to you, the faculty of Bennett High School-our teachers, our benefactors, our friends. Fellow classmates, as we now step out into the challenging age that is ours, let us catch a vision of what is expected of us and then utilize the advantages we have been given. Fortified with the bulwark of our high school education, let us face the future, whatever its vicissitudes, with courage and determination. Above all, let us conscientiously put forth our best efforts, and resolve to make our lives worthy of those who have guided us in the past. Now, with grateful hearts we take leave, greeting cheerfully those who are to fol- low on tomorrow, and with a last lingering look into each other's eyes we bid farewellf, Bruce Weintraub 24 SUSAN ABELES Sweet and Fairu Susie', . . . College Entrance Fine Arts Science Club 1 Future Teachers of America l, 2 Future Nurses of America 1, 2 Hebrew Club 1 Art StaH' 2, 3 BEACON Work 4 Variety Show 3 Buffalo State Teachers College, Art Education PHILIP ABLOVE Who has lived well hat achieved sueeexsi' Phil . . . College Entrance Science 4 Year Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin Chess Club 1, Secretary 3 Latin Honor Society 1, 2, Vice-President 3 English Honorary Society, Sergeant-at-Arms 3 Safety Patrol 1, 2, 3, Co-Captain 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, President 4 United Nations Delegate 3, 4 Math Club 3 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Key Club 3, 4 Assistant Editor 'KEmpirc Key 3, 4 BEACON, Assistant Editor 3, Editor-in-Chief 4 Student Council 2 Variety Show 1, 4, University of Buffalo MAURICE ACKERMAN AJ fine a young gentleman as ever was seen Mo Gaxnbo . . . General YVork or Army RICHARD JOSEPH ADAMS Happy Go Lucky Guyi' 6'Monarance . . . College Entrance Engineering North Delaware Hi-Y 3, Treasurer 4 Track Club 2, 3 Rifle Club 2 BEACON Staff 2 Cafeteria Monitor 1-3 Track l-3 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Variety Show 3 University of BuH'alo ROBERT ADEMA Thought is deeper than all speech College Entrance Science Bennett Boys Hi-Y 4 Track Squad 1, 3, 4 College CAROL JEAN ALAIMO K'Preeiuu5 and ever-lingering memories Carol . . . College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin German Club 2 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Girls' Civil Defense Club 3 Student Council 3, 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 3 Gold BU for Girl's Sports Buifalo State Teachers College, Elementary Teaching LINDA ALEXANDER Prized beyond the sculptured flower Lyn . . . College Entrance Science Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Hebrew Club 1 BEACON Work 1 Variety Show 3 University of BuHValo, Division of General and Technical Studies MARGARET ALEXANDER No maliee to any human being K'Megl' - . . College Science University of Buffalo ARLENE ALT journey's end in lovers! meeting 'iSusie . . . College Science Hebrew Club 1, 2 Science Club 2 Future Nurses 1 Spanish Club 3, 4 Fencing Club 2 BEACON Homeroom Manager 1 150 Point Letter 'KThe Man Who Came To Dinner 3 University of Buffalo ELAINE AGNES ANDERSON Full nl pleasure, void of strife 'lAndy . . . Homemaking Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2 150 Point Letter Buffalo State Teachers College A! JOSEPH R. ANDREW A friend is a person with whom I may be sincerel' Dick . . . General Cafeteria Monitor 3, 4 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 3, 4 Bowling Club 2 Rifle Club 2 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Cross Country 1 Navy VINCENT JAMES ANSTEY A burst of musieu Buddy . . . General Skating Club 1, 2 Rifle Club 2 Music Club 4 Dance Band 3, 4 Variety Show 2-4 Assembly Band 1-4 Football Band 1-4 Variety Show Orchestra 1-4 Armed Forces ANN ARBESMAN Happiness is a wine of the rarest vintagel' College Entrance Science Jewelled Honor Pin French Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3, 4 Buffalo Chapter of the National French Honorary Society 2, 3 Corresponding Secretary 4 Legion of Honor 4 Junior Council on World AH'airs 2, 3 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Math Club 1 BEACON Assistant Advertising Editor 3 BEACON Business Editor 4 Variety Show Business Staff 4 University of Michigan, Liberal Arts LINDA LOU ARNOLD J'She moves a goddess and she looks a queen College Entrance Language Buffalo Seminary 1954 Booster Club 3 Dramatic Club 2 Secretary of Debate Club 4 Variety Show 3, 4 College KATHLEEN MARY BABCOCK There's not a breathing of the common wind that will forget thee 'tKittyU . . . Home Economics Kodaya Hi-Y 4 Business School PATRICIA ELLEN BAKER Prelty as the month of May Pat:' . . . Fine Arts Gym Monitor 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Future Teachers of America 3 Bennett Boosters 3 BEACON Work 1-3 Senior Girl's Hi-Y 3, 4 Gold BU Variety Show 4 College JUDITH ANN BARGMAN 'fStay as sweet as you are ':Judy', . . . College Entrance Science Silver Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Council 1 Future Teachers of America 3, 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Girl's Civil Defense Club 3 BEACON Stall' 1 Variety Show 3 Buffalo State Teachers College, Secondary Art Education GRANT A. BARNETT Life, believe, is not a dream General Junior Red Cross Representative 1-4 College, Engineering JOHN BARON The vietor is he who can go it alone 'iJackD . . . College Entrance Science Bowling Club 4 Stamp Club 2 Math Club 2 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Syracuse University NANCY BATEMAN And the skies are not cloudy all day t'Nan'! . . . General 300 Point Letter Bryant and Stratton , MARYANN BAUERLEIN My life is like a stroll upon a beach Bauee . . . Fine Arts Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3 Future Teachers of America l BEACON Art Stal? 4 Variety Show 4 Buffalo State Teachers College RUTH MARIE BECK Truth is the pleasantest ol soundsu Ruthie . . . College Entrance Science Office Monitor 2-4 Gold Service Pin Gold Honor Pin Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2 German Club 1, 2 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Student Council 3 Buffalo State Teachers College, Secondary Education BETTE ANN BECKER Friendship is love without wings College Entrance Science Library Monitor Gold Service Pin Bank Teller 1-4 Bronze Honor Pin Bennett Y-Teens 2, Chaplain 3 Delegate to National Conference 3 Horizon Club I, Corresponding Secretary 2 Future Teachers of America 1, 2 BEACON Homeroom Manager 2 Buffalo State Teachers College, Secondary Education EDWARD A. BECKER Show me his friends, and I the man will known Tweesi' . . General Work I NEIL BEDELI.. nPathetic attitudes are not in keeping with greatness Tiger . . . College Entrance Science Silver Honor Pin Bennett Booster Club 3 Track Club 4 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Football Squad 2, Major Letter 3, 4 All High Honorable Mention 4 Rutgers University, Pre-Law ROCHELLE BENATOVICH Art is an accomplice of love '4Shelly', . . . Fine Arts Honorable Mention Art Contest, Buffalo,s Harbor!! Bronze Pin Student Council 1, 2 Future Teachers of America 3 Bennett Booster Club 3 Civil Defense Club 3 BEACON Advertising Staff 1-4 BEACON Art Staff 3, 4 Pratt Institute ALAN S. BERKE Though the most be spectators, some must be players Berkie . . . College Entrance Future Doctors of America 2 Bowling Club 1, 2, 3 Varsity Club 4 Dramatics Club 4 Basketball, Major Letter 3, 4, All High 4 College ELIZABETH G. BERNBECK The heart whose softness harmonized the whole Bettyl' . , . General Office Monitor 2, 4 Bookstore Monitor 3 Silver Service Pin ,Icwelled Honor Pin Latin Honor Society 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Council 2 Horizon Club Secretary 2, Treasurer 3 BEACON Literary Column 3, Alumni Column 4 Buffalo State Teachers College ALLYCE JUDITH BERNICK Truth is better than goldl' 'tjudyv . . . College Entrance Science Mt. St. Joseph 1954 Future Nurses of America 3 Debate Club 4 Civil Defense Club 4 Comptometer School ROBERTA BERNSTEIN f'Understanrling is the wealth of wealth 'gBobbiU . . . General Ofhcc Monitor 4 University of BuHalo MARCIA BEVILACQUA i'She is a form of life and lightl' 'iMarcy , . . College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor 3 Bronze Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Council 3, 4 Booster Club 3 Spanish Club 3 Alpha Omega I-Ii-Y 2, 3, Corresponding Secretary 4 BEACON Work 2, 3 University of Buffalo WALLACE BINGA That fine sense men call courtesy Ace', . . . Fine Arts Work DENNIS BLANCHARD Great thoughts reduced to practice become great acts HDennyU . . . Fine Arts BEACON Homeroom Manager 2, 3 Bank Teller 1-4 Salvation Army Training School GORDON WESLEY BLASSINGAME Honor shows the man K'Wes . . . College Entrance Science Music Certificate Marching Band 3 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2, 3 Variety Show 3 State Teachers College BETTY ANN BLINKOFF No sky is heavy if the heart be light College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin University ol Buffalo LOUISE BLINZER 'fBetter to be small and shine than great and cast a shadow 'lToots . . . General Future Nurses 3, 4 Booster Club 3 BEACON Advertising Staff 1 Gold B Variety Show 3 Bryant and Stratton Business Institute MICHAEL B. BLOCK A rnan's happiness is to do a man's true work HMil-Lei' . . . College Entrance Science Silver Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin French Club 1 French Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Legion ot' Honor 4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 3 Homeroom Basketball 3 Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo, Pre-Med EUGENIA BOBO Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves HGee-Gee . . . Language University of Buffalo DAVID A. BOLM Na small art is it to sleep K'Dave . . . College Entrance Science Work DONALD F. BORZILLER I live in a crowd of jollityv S'Borz . . . College Entrance Canisius, 1957 College PATRICIA BOWERS The endearing elegance of friendshipu Pat . . . General Library Monitor 1, 2 Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2 Nursing School KAREN BOYD Home heart.: are happiesll' General Business Library Monitor 1 Silver Honor Pin Bennett Y-Teens 2 hvork CHARLES BOYKINS I welcome song and jest and rhyme Gobo . . . General Music Certificate 3 Homeroom Basketball 2, 3, 4 Track, Major Letter 2, 4 Cross Country, Squad Letter Track Club 2, 3 Variety Show 2, 3 Band 1, Vice-President 2, Secretary 3 Michigan State MICHAEL BRADLEY I'll walk where my own nature would be leading Mike . , . College Entrance Science Silver Honor Pin Radio and Electronics Club, Vice-Presi President 4 Cafeteria Monitor 1-4 College ADRIENNE BRAUN The charm of a lije is it: lining Aden . . . General Bishop McMahon, 1955 Air Line Stcwardess U dent ' JUDITH BRINK A Jpring of light ,Iudy'l . . . College Entrance Science Jewelled Honor Pin Red Cross Service Club 1-4 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, Chaplain 4 Latin Honor Society 3 BEACON Staff 1, 2 Gold B Drill Team 2, 3 College RONNA BROCK One who many loved in vain KittenU . . . Fine Arts French Club 2, 3 Future Teachers of America 3 BEACON Art Stall' 1 University of Buffalo, Business HIRAM BRODY Every achievement was once a thought in one man'5 mind Hy', . . . General Homeroom Basketball, 1-4 College BENJAMIN BROWN The real exscnce of work is concentrated energy Bennie,' . . . College Entrance Science Bowling Club 2 Armed Forces DIANA BROWN They are rich who have true friends 'ADiavel' . . . Hoxnemaking Bronze Honor Pin Work JULIANA BROWN Stop the world, I want to get o-H Julien , . . College Entrance Science Red Cross Service Club 2, 3 Bennett Boosters Club 3 Senior Girl's Hi-Y 3, Vice-President 4 Legion of Honor 4 Cold Honor Pin Ad. Stag 2, Co-Editor of Girls' Sports 3, Assistant Senior Stal? 4 Silver Service Pin Variety Show 4 'KYou Can't Take It With You Business Staff University of Bulfalo, School of Arts and Sciences ELIZABETH BROWNELL Happy soul K'Betsy,' . . . Business Bryant and Stratton Business School THOMAS BRUNGER Success is a rare paint NTom . . . Art Vestal Central High School, Vestal, New York, 1955 Cafeteria Monitor 3, 4 Office Monitor 4 Track Club 3, 4 Varsity Club 4 Stamp and Coin Club 2 North Delaware Hi-Y 3, Recording Secretary 4 BEACON 4 Football 3, Major Letter 4 Track 3 University of Ohio GAIL D. BRYANS Catch a falling Jtarj' Science Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Booster Club 3 BEACON Advertising Staff 1, 2, 3 Variety Show l, 4 Cortland College JEROME ALLEN BUCHMAN U One picture is worth a thousand wordxv Jerry . . . College Entrance Science Photography Club 1, Treasurer 2, President 3, 4 Science Club 1 Science Seminar l, 2 Radio and Electronics Club 2 Bennett Society of Model Engineers 3 English Honorary Society 4 German Club 4 Legion of Honor 4, Parliamentarian 4 Jewelled Honor Pin BEACON 2, Assistant Art Editor 3, Photography Editor 4 Winner of Sophomore Essay Contest University of Chicago HYNDA BURDMAN U We are here to add what we can to life' College Entrance Language Hebrew Club 1, 2, 3 Future Teachers of America 4 Red Cross Service Club 1 150 Point Letter Buffalo State Teachers College DENNIS BURNS He meets life as though it were his own invenlioni' Denny . . . Coilege Entrance Science Stamp and Coin Club 1, Treasurer 2, Vice-President 3, President 4 Radio and Electronics Club 2, 3 Future Teachers Club 3 Spanish Club 4 College VIVIAN BARBARA BURSTEIN A warm runny smile for all Viv . . . College Entrance Science Faculty Assistant Hebrew Club 2, 3 Science Club 2 Math Club 3 Photography Club 1 BEACON 3 Gold HB Variety Show 4 University ol Buffalo FLORENCE BURTON Life is pleasure without a care i'Burt . . . College Entrance Langage Latin Honor Society 1, 2, 3 Bennett Y-Teens 3, Secretary 4 Fencing Club 2 Spanish Club 3, 4 English Honorary Society 2 300 Point Letter College JEAN MARIE CALVIN II the worlrl'.v Z1 vale of tears, smile, till rainbonr span it hjeannew . . Art Lafayette, 1955 Gym Monitor 2 Office Monitor 2 Gold B Horizon Club, President 2, Vice- President 3 Kodaya Hi-Y, Treasurer 3 Fencing Club, Secretary 2 Tap Chorus 2 Photography Club 2, 3 Civil Defense Club 3 BEACON Art Staff l, 2, Assistant Editor 3, Editor 4 Cheerleader 2 Variety Show l-4 Man Who Came To Dinnern 3 Brigham Young University , THOMAS CARVER It is vain to look for defense against lightning Squeekie . . . General Cafeteria Monitor 3, 4 Track Club, Secretary-Treasurer 4 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Future Teachers 2, 3 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 2 Varsity Club 4 Track, Major Letter 3 Cross Country, Major Letter 4 KENNETH CASTELLANI The only way to have a friend ix to be one K'Ken . . . Engineering Track Club Football, Squad Letter 1 BEACON Homeroom Nfanager 4 Canisius College JOHN L. CHATMAN Good nature and common senxe must ever join Slim,' . . . College Entrance Scienct Bronze Honor Pin Track Club 3, 4 Varsity Club 4- Cross Country, Squad Letter 3 Track, Major Letter 3, 4 Homeroom Basketball, Captain 2, 3, 4 Armed Forces HAROLD CHAZEN Who .rpeaks the truth slabs falselmorl to the lzearti' College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin llffath Club 3 Hebrew Club 2 Variety Show 1, 2 University of Buffalo ROBERT A. CHITTENDEN 1'll Jhouf 'em who is king 'KChitter . . . General Bennett Senior Boys, Hi-Y Football, Assistant hlanager l Antioch College JOANNE CLARK A teacher ajects eternity Red-Shorty . . . General Cobb Avenue Heights, Anniston Alabama 1955 Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y 3 College, Education LISABETH DALE CLARK Music is said to be the ,vpeerh of angels 'fBeth . . . Science Horizon Club 3, President 4 Junior Red Cross Service Council 2, 3, 4 Future Nurses Club I Band 3, 4 Orchestra 1, 2 Marching Band 2, 3 College FREDERICK CLARKE His fame is great in all the landu Fred . . . College Entrance Science Junior Class President Cafeteria Monitor 3 Book Room Monitor 3 Bronze Honor Pin North Delaware Boys Hi-Y, Chaplain l Treasurer 2, Vice-President 3, President 4 Bennett Student Council 1, 3, Bennett Key Club, Sophomore Representative, Lieutenant-Governor 3 Inter Hi-Y Council 3, President 4 North Delaware Branch Council of Hi4Y's 2 President 3, 4 New York State Youth and Government Program 3, President of Senate 4, Booster Club, Vice President 3 Track Club 2 Varsity Club 4 BEACON, Sports Column, Assistant Editor 2, 3 Swimming, Squad Letter 1, 2, Major Letter 3, 4 Cross Country, Squad Letter 1, 2, Major Letter 3, 4, All4High Team 4 Track, Squad Letter 1, Major Letter 2, 3, All-High Team 2, 3 Bennett Exchange Student Program 3 Variety Show 3 University of Buffalo EILEEN JUDITH COHEN Judie . . . College Entrance Science French Club 1, 2, 3 Future Teachers of America 2. 3 English Honorary Society 2, 3 l50 Point Letter University of BuHialo, Secretary SUSAN RAE COHEN A true friend is forever a friend Sue'l . . . College Entrance Language Jewelled Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1, 2, 3 Science Club 2 French Club 4 English Honorary Society 3, 4 Future Teachers of America 3 Future Nurses of America 2 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Syracuse University, Education LUCY COLEMAN Hope elevates joy, and joy brightens life General Alpha Horizon Club l, 2, 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Bennett Y-Teens 3, 4 Civil Defense Club 4 Future Nurses 4 College P. MICHAEL CONLIN Be true to your highest convictions 'lMikeU . . . College Entrance Bennett Boys Hi-Y 4 Hall Monitor 3 University of BuHalo, Civil Engineering SHERMAN A. COX Honor and fame are twinsl' Sonny', . . . College Entrance Engineering Gold Honor Pin Student Council 3 Legion of Honor 4 Key Club 4 Rifle Club 1 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Howard University MARY ELLEN COYLE Hope springs exulting an triumphant wings Shadow,' . . . General 300 Point Letter Variety Show 3 Doylels Beauty School JUDITH M. CREHAN 'KHer smile is the sweetest that ever was seen 'ijudeu . . . General Work PATRICIA JOAN CRISTALI. Happy is life and everything HPatty . . . College Entrance Language Hebrew Club 2, 3 University of Buffalo DIANE CZUPRYNSKA I take my jun where I find if' 'lDeeH , . . Homemaking Gym Monitor 3 Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2, 3 Bryant and Stratton SUZANNE M. DALY Cardiol, amiable, friendly to all Sue', . . . College Entrance Language Clarence Central High School, Clarence, New York, 1955 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 College ANNETTE MARSHA DANKNER For the good are always merryl' HAndy . . . College Entrance Language Bank Teller l, 2 Silver Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1, 2 Future Nurses of America l, 2 BEACON advertising Staff l, Art Staff 4 150 Point Letter University of Syracuse MARIAN DANKNER Wisdom is better than riches College Entrance Science Silver Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin Homeroom Bank Teller 3, 4 French Club 2 English Honorary Society 2 French Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 3 Math Club 3 Legion of Honor 4 BEACON 2, 3, Major StaH 4 Silver BEACON Pin Variety Show 4 Tults University, Occupational Therapy EDITH DAVIS The flower of perfect speech HEee . . . College Entrance Language Mercer Speaking Contest lNIedal 3 All-High Declamation Contest Bennett Y-Teens 2, 3, Chaplain 4 Latin Honor Society 3 Drill Team 2, 3 Future Doctors Club 2 Bennett Dramatic Society 4 Fencing Club 2 Variety Show 1, 3, 4 MADELINE D. DAVIS To hold dear the egort more than the prize may be called lovel' Maddie . . . College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin Spanish Club 3, Secretary 4 Student Council 3 Junior Red Cross Council 2 Fixture Teachers of America 3 Stamp and Coin Club, Secretary 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2 English Honorary Society 3 Math Club 3 BEACON 1, 2, 3, C0-Editor of Classes Column 4 Variety Show 4 HYou Can't Take It With You , Business Staff 4 Syracuse University, Journalism CATHERINA DEGAN A pretty girl is like a melodyl' 'KCaty . . . General High School in Utrecht, Netherlands, 1956 College BETTY A. DEINZER Sweeter than any songu '4Bet', . . . General Business BEACON Homeroom Manager 3 Gold B Bryant and Stratton Business Institute PRISCILLA DQJOY A pleasing smile: a pleasing face UPam . . . General Business Drill Team Work JANYCE P. DENBY Friendship is a breathing rasei' Jann . . . College Entrance Language Bronze Honor Pin Gold B Drill Team 2, 3, 4 Bryant and Stratton Business Institute ANTIONETTE DEVESO The mad merry music that sets us a-dancing Toni . . . College Entrance Science llall Monitor 2, 3, 4 Bronze Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, 4 French Club 2, 3 Senior Girls, Hi-Y 3, 4 Student Council 2 Drill Team 2, 3 Civil Defense Club 3 BEACON Stall' 2, 3 Gold BU Variety Show 4 Erie County Technical Institute SANDRA DeWITT Friendship,s smile is the wine of life Sandy . . . General Business Bryant and Stratton Business Institute MARY ANN DiCARLO I number none but the cloudless hoursu Mar . . . General Business Bryant and Stratton Business Institute GERALDINE T. DIVITA Beau1yfor the feeling hearth 'lGerry . . . Honielnaking Bryant and Stratton Business Institute CARY EDWARD DIXON Most conslant of all friends 'KSpanky . . . College Entrance Science Track Squad 2, Major Letter 3, 4, Variety Show 3, 4 College WILLIAM DOBKIN Every man is the center of a eirclev Bill,' . . . Fine Arts Civil Defense Club 3, 4- Rifle Club 1, 3, 4 Track 1, 2 Cross Country 1, 2 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Buffalo State Teachers College, Art Education GARY DOBOSON The time to be happy is nowv Dobose , . . Fine Arts Bowling Club 4 Science Club 1 Civil Defense Club 3 Homeroom Basketball 1 Faculty Assistant 3, 4 Pratt Institute, Architecture RICHARD STEPHEN DOEBLIN None but himself can be his parallel Ricky . . . College Entrance Area Winner of Knights of Pythias Oratorical Contest Guidance Monitor 2, 3, 4 Student Supply Store 2 Jewelled Honor Pin Captain of Debate Team 3 Legion of Honor 3, President 4 Math Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4 Latin Honorary 2, 3, 4 Debate Club, Secretary 3 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 3, 4 Key Club 3, 4 Science Club 2, 3 BEACON, Major Staff 4 Sorbonne University, Summer, 1958 Yale University KAREN DOMBERG Loving is wise General Business Silver Service Pin Bronze Honor Pin German Club 2, 3, Vice-President 4 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 junior Red Cross Service Club 3 German Honorary Society 2 Special Chorus 4 Buffalo State Teachers College MARY DORMANN 0 season of love and laughlef' Business Junior Red Cross Council, Hlomeroom Representative 3 Drill Team 2, 3, 4 Gold HB Variety Show 3 Bryant and Stratton Business Institute MICHAEL DROZEN 'fCome into my parlor , said the spider to the fly 'KMike . . . College Entrance Science Science Club 1, 2 Stamp and Coin Club 2 Future Doctors of America 2, 3 Biology Club 2, 3 Music Club 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Track Squad College, Veterinarian JOYCE DUQUIN I have enjoyed the happiness ol the world, I have lived and lovedv Butch . . . College Entrance Science Hall Monitor 4- Silver Service Pin Bronze Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, President 4 Junior Red Cross Council I, 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 2, 3 Senior Girls' Hi-Y 3, 4 Man Who Came To Dinner , Assistant Business Manager, You Can't Take It With You , Business Staff Variety Show, Assistant Business Manager 3 Variety Show 1, 4 Bennett Exchange Student 3 BEACON 1, Co-Editor Sophomore Column 2 BEACON, Editor Girls, Sports Column 4 Silver BEACON Pin Gold B Buffalo State Teachers College, Elementary Education BARBARA EAST So precious life is Barbie . . . General From Amherst Central High School, 1954 Bennett Girls' Y-Teens University of Buffalo STEVEN EASTMAN Thought alone is eternal HSteve,' . . . College Entrance Language Attendance Monitor 3, 4 Guidance Monitor 2 Bank Teller 2 ,Iewelled Honor Pin French Club 2, 3 National French Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 3 Stamp and Coin Club 2, 3 North Delaware Hi-Y 2 Future Teachers of America 3 Buffalo State Teachers College JOSIE ECTOR The way to be happy is to make others so H,Io . . . General From Kenmore High School, 1956 Gamma Hi-Y Club Glee Club State Teachers College ALAN M. EHRLICH Great truths are portions ofthe soul of mann MAIN . . . College Entrance Science Bookstore Certificate 2 Office Monitor 2, 3, 4 Silver Service Pin Jcwelled Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1 Photography Club 1 Latin Honor Society 1, 2 Math Club 2, 3, President 4 Music Club, President 4 Scietice Club 2, 3, 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 3, 4 Delegate to Model United Nations 3 Head Delegate 4 Science Seminar 3 German Club 3, 4 Debate Society 3 Tennis, Squad Letter 2, Manager 3, 4 Variety Show 4 Band, 3, 4 Orchestra 4 Dance Band 4 Columbia, Geophysics JOHN EICHNER The man that loves and laughs must surely do well UJohn . . . General Track, Squad 3 Swimming, Squad 1, Major Letter 4 Armed Forces BARBARA SUSANNE EISENBERG She smiles and shadows departv 'fBarb . . . College Entrance Science Future Nurses 2 Civil Defense Club 4 Variety Show 4 General Hospital School of Nursing PAUL EMERICK He added to the sum of human joy UEmericko . . , Business Flag Marshall 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 2 Baseball 2, 3, 4, All-High 3 Basketball, Major Letter 4 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Special Chorus Michigan State, Business Administration MARGARET EMERLING Her loveliness I never knew until she smiled on men Peggy' . . . College Entrance Science Bank Teller 2 Bronze Honor Pin Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, Treasurer 4 Latin Honorary Society 3 Future Nurses Club 2 300 Point Letter Erie County Technical Institute BEVERLY ESTRACH If all the girls were like her, the world would be Utopia i'Beavcr . . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor 2, 3 Silver Honor Pin French Club 1 Science Club 2, 3, Secretary 4 German Club 3, Treasurer 4 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 300 Point Letter Erie County Technical Institute, Dental Hygienist SANDRA J. EVANS To every life there comes a lime supreme :'Sandy . . . College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, Chaplain 4 Future Nurses 1, 2 Variety Show, Homeroom Ticket Manager 4 Nursing School NORMAN EABER Discretion is the better part of wzloru Fabey,' . . . College Entrance Science Hall Monitor 3, 4 lwlath Club 1, 'Z Bowling Club 3 Science Club 1, 2 Debate Society, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Homeroom Swimming 1 Debate Tcain 4 BEACON Homeroom ltlanager 3 Swimming Squad 1, 2 Variety Show 3 University of Michigan SELMA JOAN FACTOR Happiness belongs lo those who are contented General Gym Monitor 2 Hall Monitor 3 University of Chicago, llledical Secretary u BARRY FEINBLATT I awake one morning and found myself famousl' Uncle Barryl' . . . College Entrance Engineering Oceanside High School, Oceanside, New York, 1955 Kensington High School, 1956 Senior Class Salutatorian Guidance Monitor 3 Silver Honor Pin Science Club 3, President 4 Civil Defense Club, Vice- President 3, President 4 junior Council on World Affairs 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Key Club 3, 4 Student Council 4 Legion of Honor 4 BEACON, Circulation Editor 4 Bennett Student Exchange Program 3 Inter-School Industrial Science Program 4 Cornell, Electrical Engineering RONALD B. FELMAN Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm Chink . . . College Entrance Science Guidance Monitor 4 Bronze Honor Pin German Club 1, 2 Science Club 1 Future Doctors of America Club 4 Booster Club 3 Math Club 2, 3 Bank Teller 1, 2 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Western Reserve University, Pre-Med JOANNA M. FERBER We live by an invisible sun within us 'lJo . . . College Entrance Science Jewelled Honor Pin Spanish Club 3 German Club 3, 4 Legion of Honor, Vice-President 4 Student Council 4 Gold MBU Swarthmore College GLORIA FIBICH :'Nature sings her exquisite song to the artistv Fine Arts Senior Girls, Hi-Y 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, 4 Future Teachers of America 4 Bennett Booster 3 BEACON Staff 2, 3 Variety Show 4 Cortland State, Elementary Education RUTH FIELDS Wandrous is the strength oj cheerfulnessl' Ruthia,' . . . Science ' Future Nurses Club Delta Chi Beta 400 Point Letter Variety Show . College CHARLES HOWARD FINCH Hold friendship in regard' 'KCharlie . . . General Front Hall Monitor 3 Gym Monitor 2 Bennett Boys' Hi4Y 1, 2, 3 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Flag Marshall 2 Armed Forces ARNOLD FISH Music vibrates in the memory Arnie . . . College Entrance Science Marching Band 1-4 Music Club 1 University ol Buffalo JEAN FLOOD She wears the rose of youth upon her , Science Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4 Variety Show 1 JOAN FLYNN Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit 'ABones . . . General Business Special Chorus 2, 3 Work LANCE FOGAN Honor a physician with the honor due unto him College Entrance Science Bookroom Monitor 1-4 Gold Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin German Club 1, 2, Vicc-President 3, President 4 Key Club 2, 3, New York State Governor 4 Junior Council on IVorld Affairs 1, 2, 3 Future Doctors of America 2 Legion of Honor, President 4 BEACON, Photography Staff 1, 2, Advertising Staff, Assistant Editor 3, Editor 4 Track, Squad 2 Homeroom Basketball 1 College, Pre-Med PAUL FOX It it a plague to be too hanrlsnlne a man l'Foxerl' . . . College Entrance Science Bookroom Monitor 3. 4 Guidance Monitor 4 Rille Club 2 Student Council 1 Football Squad 3, 4 University ol Buffalo, Business Administration JACQUELINE FRADIN A woman with more than rommon grace H-Iackie . . . Fine Arts Junior Red Cross Service Club 2 Future Nurses Club 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature BEACON Staff 1 Variety Show 3, 4 Buffalo State Teachers College MARSHALL A. FRANK The truest wisdom in general ir a resolute determinationl' Fuzzy . . . College Entrance Science Cafeteria Monitor 2, 3, 4 Bookroom Monitor I, 2, 3 Bronze Service Pin Office Monitor 4 Gym Monitor 3 Booster Club 3 Track Club I Junior Red Cross Council 2, 3 Photography Club I Varsity Club 4 Track Team 1 Football, Assistant Manager 1, Manager 2, 3, 4 S'You Can't Take It With Youn University of Buffalo PAUL M. FRANK I'll End a way, or make ill, Wuzzy . . . College Entrance Science Hall Monitor 3, 4 Bookroom Monitor 1, 2, 3 Office Monitor 4 Cafeteria Monitor 3 Projection Staff 2 Photography Club 1 Booster Club 3 Stamp and Coin Club 1 BEACON, Photography Staff 1, 2 Track Squad 1, 2 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 University of Buffalo, Pharmacy NICHOLAS K. FRANKO So I'll lravel along with a friend and a rang 'KNickU . r . Fine Arts Guidance Monitor 2 Bronze Honor Pin French Club 3 Junior Red Cross Council 3, 4 BEACON Work 1, 2, 3 Bennett Dance Band 2 Variety Show 1-4 Orchestra I, 2, Vice-President 3, 4 Chorus Accompianist 2, 3 University ol BuH'alo, Business Administration ROBERT j. FREDERICK Some lorfe In roam ffm' the dark xea's foam Fred . . . Science St. Joseph's High School. 1954 Hutchinson-Technical High School, 1956 Navy ROBERTA FREEDMAN In har langue is the law of kinrlness' Bobbie,' . . . Fine Arts Civil Defense Club 3 Science Club 2 BEACON, Art Staff 2 Variety Show. Homeroom Ticket Manager 3 State Teachers College. Art Education CARL W- GAAL The word impoxxible ix not in my dictionary Gil . . General Debate Club 3 Orchestra 1-4 Armed Forces MARGARET LOUISE GAINES A merry lzearl goes all the day Marg', . . . Fine Arts Delta Chi Bela Hi-Y, Sergeant-at-Arms 2 College SHIRLEY GANDEL Alway.r ready for a goorl lime K'Dub'5 . . . General Gym Monitor 2, 3 Ollice Monitor 4 French Club 1, 2 Science Club l Christmas Assembly 4 Fixture Teachers of America 2 Booster Club 3 Variety Show 3, 4 Buffalo State Teachers College BLANCA GARCIA We lrazfel lhe world ozfer, seeking who! are need, and return home lo Hnd il Business From Panama. 1957 llonorary Member ol Student Couneil Spanish Club 4 YVork LAWRENCE GARDNER ullonesfy neeflx no dixguixeu Lair . . Engineering From Canisius High School. 1956 College BARBARA ELLEN GARSON Happiness is an ofrhoot of kindne.r.t and wisdom Barbie . . . College Entrance I.anguagr Office Monitor 2, 3 Bronze Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin Israel Summer Seminar Scholarship fi IIebrew Award 2 Science Club 1, 2 Hebrew Club 1, 2. Secretary Vice-President 4 Spanish Club, President 3. 4 Bennett Dramatic Society 4 Junior Council on ivorld Affairs 2, fl, 4 Itlodel United Nations 2. 4 Legion of Honor 4 English Honorary Society 2, fi. 4 BEACON Homeroom hlanager 1, 2. fi BEACON, Editor Senior Staff 4 Silver BEACON Pin Variety Show 4, nYou Can't Take It YVith Youn 4 Cornell University. Education CARLOTTA GARY 'Alusie ix Iove in search uf a zuor1l HCorkieU . . . General Business Bank Teller 4 Bennett Y-Teens 2. 3, 4 Future Teachers of America 2. fi, 4 junior Red Cross Council l Junior Red Cross Service Club 1, 2. fl hfusic Club 4 BEACON 4 Orchestra 1. 2, 3, Vice-President 4 U. B., Buffalo Philharmonic Workshop 4 String Quartet 2, 3, 4 University ol Buffalo. Business Education JACK GELLER Man ix lhe merriesl .vperzer in crealion' K'Jockie . . . College Entrance Science German Club I Bowling Club 1. 2 Student Council 1 Chess Club 1 llcnnett Dramatic Society 4 Track 3 Tennis 4 I'I0lXlCl'OUllI Basketball I Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo. Law PATRICIA GEYER Whale the me of worrying I'atl7 . . . College Entrance Art Future Nurses of America Club 2. Vice-President 3. President 4 Booster Club 3 Buflialo General Hospital, Nursin CHRISTINE GIBSON K'Tl1ere wax a door to which I had no key There was ll veil through which I could not see Chris,' . . . College Entrance Language Library Blonitor l ,Iewelled Honor Pin Latin Honorary Society 1, 2, 3 French Honorary Society 3, 4 Senior Girls, Hi-Y 3, 4 Inter Hi-Y Council 3, 4 Legion of Honor 4 Gold BEACON Pin BEACON. Editor Freshman Column 1, Assistant Sophomore Column 2. Editor Special Events Column 3, Co-Editor Senior Staff 4 Man Who Came To Dinner , Protnptress 3 Grove City College MICHAEL GILROY 'iLife is a enmedy,' Mike . . College Entrance Science Bennett Rifle Club 1 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 3, 4 You Cantt Take It YVith Youn 4 College DAVID GINTZLER One :annul know everything :'Davei' . . . College Entrance Science Projection Staff 2. 3, 4 Bookroom Ivfonitor 3, 4 Science Club 2 Carnegie Institute of Technology, Printing Bianagement OWEN GLENN Noble1 than any fazrtv HO. If' . . .General Vlnrk ENID GLORIA GOLDBERG 'Ullerry and truth are met together College Entrance Science Fencing Club 2, 3 Hebrew Club 2 French Club 3 Booster Club 3 Science Club 2 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 'Man Who Came To Dinnerw 3 Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo SHARON GOLDFARB f'Lo:,'a and Iifeg eternal youllzj' 'SSherie . . College Entrance Seienu Science Club 2 Hebrew Club 2 Spanish Club 3 Civil Defense Club 4 Variety Show 4 Bank Teller 4 Erie County Technical Institute JAMES GOLDSTEIN Myfr1:10:'ilef1'uit is rlatesi' Jinnny . . . College Entrance Scivnu Future Doctors Club, Treasurer 4 Junior Council on lVorld Affairs 2. fl Science Club l, 2 BEACON, Photography Staff I, Assistant Editor 2 BEACON. Homeroom Manager 1-4 University of Buffalo, Dentistry PHILIP GOLDSTEIN Gen!leness, kindness, and dorm mirllzv 'KPhiI'3 . , . College Entrance Science Future Doctors of America, Secretary 4 Cafeteria Monitor 3 Syracuse University, Pre-Med MARION J. GOODMAN A quiet :roman is always adn1ircfl Mare . . General Dramatic' Society 4 Variety Show 3, 4 Erie County 'Technical Institute, Medical Assistant CECILE GOTTLEIB As the sun colors fIoa'1'1's, so docs wt rotor lifen 'KCecil . . . Fine Arts Oflice Monitor 4 Bronze Honor Pin French Club 3 Poster Contest lVinner 3 Civil Defense 4 English Honorary Society 3 BEACON Homeroom ltlanager 4 BEACON, Art Stag 2, Assistant Editor fl, C0-Editor of Art Staff 4 Variety Show 1 Production Staff 4 Orchestra 3 Band 3 College FAY LOUISE GOLDING l'e1n'1: along with lmpfviness is clclnall' College Science Lost and Found Monitor 3 Future Nurses Club 3 Corresponding Secretary 4 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 150 Point Letter Deaconess Hospital, Nursing SANFORD D. GREENBERG Talent is built in soliludeg flzarnrter in the stream of the world t'Sandy . . . College Entrance Science Senior Class President Gold Speech Pin ,Iewelled Honor Pin Gold BEACON Pin Student Council, Freshman Representative l, Sophomore Representative 2, Boy's Representative at Large 3, President 4 French Club 1, Treasurer 2, President Ii Junior Council on lVorld Affairs 2-4, President 2 Legion of Honor 3, 4 French Honorary Society 2,3, Treasurer 4 BEACON, Assistant Circulation Manager 2, Circulation Itlanager 3. Associate Editor 4 Variety Show 1, 4, General Chairman 4 'tINIan W'ho Came To Dinner , Publicity Chairman fl Track Team 5, 4 P. A. Crew 3, 4 American Legion Boys! State, State Comptroller 3 Inter High School Student Council 3, President 4 Inter High School Junior Council On World Affairs 3, 4, President 3, 4 Columbia College, Arts and Sciences ARLENE GWENDOLYN GREGORY Ou: friends go zcfilfz us as we ga Gwen . . . College Science Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y l, 2, 3 Nurses Club 2. 3 College KATHERINE INT. A. GRUSLIN Tim days that nmkr us happy, niakzf us zcisen i'Katit ' . . . General Science Horizon Club 2. 3, Sergeant-at-Arms ' Future Nurses Club 2,3 Booster Club 3 300 Point Letter Drill Team 3. 4 College and YVAFE ROBERT M. GURN Aly soul is sailing fhrouglz the sm Bohn , . . College Scienre Guidance Monitor 2.3 Cafeteria Monitor 3 Varsity Club 4 Swimming Squad 1. Major Letter 2, fi, 4 Clarkson College of Technology DOREEN MAY GUYETT 'iSu'ee1 ur .ilze lanky and s:t'eele1 ' Little Onen . . . College Entrance Scit-nrt Red Cross Service Club 2, fi, Treasurer 4 French Club 2 Future Teachers of Anierica 2, 3, Pri-sith-nt 4 Red Cross Council 3, 4 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 BEACON, 2 Drill- Team 2 Gold Bu Variety Show 3, 4 ROBERT L. HABER Be llze bex! 0fIUllLIll'1'?l'j'0ll are 'Hab' . . . College Entrance Scienet French Club 2 Stamp and Coin Club 1. 2 Photography Club 2 Track Club 2, 3 Cross Country 2, Itiajor Letter fi Track 1, 2 V Homeroom Swimming 1 Basketball l-4 University ol' Bullfalo. Dentistry DORIS HAHN 'iTlle spirit of the lllll7'IlI1lg.H?H General Gold 6 ' B Work ELIZABETH JOANNE HALT How .izveet the summer Betty', . , General Business Attendance Monitor 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2. 4 Future Teachers of America 2. 4 Future Nurses of America l Bennett Booster Club I5 BEACON Stal? 1, 2 Gold B Tap Chorus 1 Variety Show 1, 2, 4 College JANET HAUSER For I :rant to be young and lo Siu Jan . . . Music Swimming Monitrmr 3, 4 Team Swimming 1, 2, 4- Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, 4 Bennett Dramaties Club 4 400 Point Letter Drill Team 1-4 Variety Show 2. 3, 4 Band 3. Secretary 1, Vice-President 2 Mistress of 1Nardrobes 3 University of Indiana, Physical Education KENNETH HAUSLER UTo1ii'1' in nmnlfind ix far more than in Iire in a fldllllfu a'Ken . . .General Cafeteria Nionitor University of Buffalo NORMA HAWKINS 'fLo:'e will find llw way Norm . . . College Entrance Science Kodaya Hi-Y 3, Senior Representative 4 Horizon Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3, 4 Science Seminar 3 French Club 2 Gold UB Yvilliaxn Smith College FAYE DORIS HAYES Home 4 wha! a perfect place Homemaking Ullman High School, Alabama, 1955 Brockport State Teachers College FRANCIS HEARN The highesl distinction ix service to ollzers :iFrank . . General From Bishop Fallon High School, 1955 WVork ELLEN HEDGER Today I have grown iallcr from walking with the treesu College Entrance Science Junior Class Girls' Treasurer Senior Class Girls' Marshal jewelled Honor Pin Student Council 1 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3, Secretary Latin Honorary Society 2, 3, Vice-President 4 Legion of Honor 4 Booster Club 3 BEACON 2, Assistant Classes Column 3, Editor Alumnae Column 4 Gold HB Variety Show 4 D'Youville College, Nursing EUGENE HEGYI We have been friends lngelhern Geneu . . . General From Grover Cleveland High School. 1956 ltlianii University RONALD R. HEIL A hope beyond a shadoat' of a dream HRonU . . . General Hall Monitor 3 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 4 Armed Forces PAUL HENNESSY H A spirit superior to every zueaponu uHen,' . . . College Entrance Science From St Joseph's Collegiate Institute, 1955 Baseball 2, Major Letter 3. 4 Football 2, Major Letter 3, 4 Michigan State LEE HERBST lily sporlsman friends, alerl and keen l'Cheyennel' . . . College Entrance Science Cafeteria Monitor 3, 4 Bowling Club 'Z Homeroom Basketball 2, 4 Homeroom Swimming 1 Swimming Team 1, 2, Major Letter 3, 4 College 4 PATRICIA ANNE HINEY Whose umnfh was ever May Para . . , General From Alden Central High School. Alden. New York, 1956 Kodaya Hi-Y 3. 4, Chaplain Civil Defense 3. 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 4 Variety Show 3 College HEATHER HOCK The Heareu such grave did lend her, that she might admired be College Entrance Science Stage Monitor Jewelled Honor Pin English Honorary Society 2 Spanish Club 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Student Council 3, 4 Bennett Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, Treasurer 4 Legion of Honor 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3, 4 BEACON Staff 3 Gold B Drill Team Variety Show 1, 4 University of Buffalo, Pharmacy MARVA BETH HOFFMAN A womanls glory is in her eyes Fine Arts From Detroit, Michigan, 1955 Attendance Monitor Spanish Club 3 Variety Show 3 BuHalo State Teachers College, Art Education SANFORD HOFFMAN K'Fame is the shade of immortality Sandy', . I . College Entrance Science Senior Class Historian Ofhce Monitor 2, 3, 4 Gold Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin ' English Honorary Society 2, Sergeant-at-Arms 3, President 4 Junior Council on Wlorld Affairs 2, Sergeant-at-Arms 3, Vice-President 4 Stamp and Coin Club 2, President 3 Key Club 3, 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Student Council 4 Junior Red Cross Council l, 2 lnter-High Junior Council on World Affairs Booster Club, Sergeant-at-Arms 3 BEACON, Assistant Manager Circulation 3, Under-Classes 4 Homeroom Basketball I, 2, 3 Variety Show 4 Union College H. GERTRUDE HOLZKA My life is like a dream cloud Trudyl' . . . College Entrance Science jewelled Honor Pin Latin Honorary Society 1, 2, Secretary 3 Future Teachers of America 3, Treasurer 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, 4 Legion of Honor 3, Vice-President 4 Student Council 2 Booster Club 3 BEACON, Editor Sophomore Column 2, Girls, Sports 3, Circulation Manager 4, Silver BEACON Pin Gold HB Variety Show. Publicity Chairman 4, You Can't Take It With Youn, Bennett Exchange Student 3 University of Buffalo GERALD HOPPE There's a Jilver lining Gerry:' . . . General Bank Teller 2, 3, 4 Civil Defense Club 3 Armed Forces CAROLYN A. HORN Present mirth hath prexent Iuuglzterll 'tliittyu . . Fine Arts From hit. St. Joseph's Academy, 1955 1'Vork MINA HOUGH Beauty lives with kindnessn HMina 1N1ouse . . . College Entrance Science Swimming Monitor 4 Gold Honor Pin Red Cross Council 1 Future Nurses of America 1, 2 Kodaya Hi-Y 3, Vice-President 4 Student Council 2, 3, Secretary 4 Bennett Dramatic Society 4 Drill Team 2, 3, 4 Variety Show l, 2, 4 Orchestra 1, 2, 3 Deaconess Hospital, Nursing KEITH HOWARD The direction in which education starts a man will determine his future lifen College Entrance Science Track Club 4 Cross Country 3 Track 4 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2, 3, Captain 4 State Teachers College MARY ANNE HUDAK How precious ix frivolityn Ma-iren . . . General 150 Point Letter Business School DAVID HUGHES Gymnastics as well ax muxic begin: in early years Huglieser', . . . College Entrance Engineering Swimming Monitor 2, 3, 4 North Delaware Hi-Y 3, Treasurer 4 Swimming Team 1, 2, Major Letter 3, Captain 4 Cross Country 3, Manager 4 Track 4 Variety Show 1, 3, 4 Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Band 1-4 Dance Band 4 Marching Band 1-4 University of Bulfalo CAROL HUTTON Give me your hand and let me lake your pulse College Entrance Science junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Council 2 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3 Drill Team 3 BEACON Staff 2 Variety Show 4 Buffalo General Hospital, Nursing FRANK INSURA 'KHappy is the man Frankie . . General From Mt. St. Joseplljs Collegiate Institute 1956 Bowling Club 4 lfniversity of Buffalo JOHN ROBERT JACOBOWITZ No man lover life like him jf, . . . College Entrance Science Guidance Oflice Monitor Bronze Service Pin Civil Defense Club 3 Future Doctors ol America 3 Hoinernom Red Cross Representative 1 Tennis Team 3, 4 Swimming Team 1, 3, 4, Major Letter 2 College STANLEY JACOBS Second thoughts are ever wisel' St0sl1l' . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor Olhcc ltlonitor Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Math Club 3 Science Club 3 Photography Club 3 Booster Club 3 Football Squad 2 University of BulTalo HYNDA JACOBSON A merry heart maketh for a cheerful countenance HHynU . . . College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin Junior Council on Wlorld Aflairs 2. 3 Science Club I, 2 Future Teachers of America 2 Future Nurses of America 1, 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Math Club 1 Junior Red Cross Council 3 Freshman Editor of BEACON BEACON Art Staff 2, 3 BEACON WVork 4 Variety Show 3 Syracuse University MARSHA JADD To her Ict us garland.: bring t'Marsh . . . College Entrance Scienct Office Monitor 2, 3 Jewelled Honor Pin Junior Council on World Affairs 1, 2. 3 French Club 1, 2, Secretary 3 French Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Booster Club 3 Variety Show 3 Buffalo State Teachers College. Elementary Education JUDITH ANNE JEHLE Wit is the flower of imaginations' JudyU , . . General Oflice ltlonitor 2. 3 Bronze Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, 4 Senior Girls Hi-Y 4 Booster Club 3 BEACON Advertising Staff 2 Buffalo State Teachers College KENNETH H. JOHNSON Good renxe is one of life'.r greatest blessingxu Saint Kenl' . . General Dillard High School. Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., '54-'56 University of North Dakota SINETTE JOHNSON 'flleauty of style and grave and liurnmny null good rhythm depend on .iimplicityu Sy . . . College Entrance Language Bronze Pin - Dramatics Library Monitor French Club 1 Future Teachers of America 2 Drill Team 3 Dramatic Society Ticket Manager 1 Gamma Girls Hi-Y Variety Show 4 'KThe Man Who Came To Dinuerl' 3 Fisk University HELEN M. JONES Spring has rome like ll julzilmtl dream' College Entrance Science Bronze Service Pin Bronze Honor Pin Horizon Club. Treasurer 2 Kodaya Hi-Y 2, Chaplain 3. Secretary 4 Red Cross Service Club 2, 3. 4 Future Nurses of America 2, 4 Latin Honor Society 4 Honoraiy Society of English and Literature 3, 4 Civil Defense Club 3 Variety Show 4 Orchestra l 150 Point Letter Bullalo General Hospital School of Nursing JUDITH KAPLAN If a woman have long hair, it ix a glory to her Judy', . . . General llall ltlonitor 4 Library Nlonitor 2 Civil Defense Club 3. 4 BEACON Advertising Stafl' l Unversity ol Buffalo. ltlefliral Secretary MICHAEL KAPLAN Wl:y51mulfl the devil llaxre all the gonrl limes Beauty . . College Entrzuu'e Science llookrooni lylonitor 1-4 Gold Service Pin Bowling Club 2. 3 German Club 1. 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature 1. 2 Future Doctors of America 2. 3 Junior Council on YVorld Affairs 3 Legion of Honor 4 BEACON Photography Stafl' 1 Homeroom Basketball 2, Captain 1 University of ltlichigan, Pharmacy JUDITH DIANNE KARDAMAN lVelvome, oh lifev K'Judyl, . . . General Bronze Honor Pin Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Science Club 1. 2 BEACON Art StaH' 3 Booster Club 3 Homerooui BEACON Nlanager 3 University ol Buffalo. Secretarial Training JANE KATZ I like bury and fheerlul folk with f:'ic1zfllyface.v Janie'3 . . . General Office Monitor -l French Club l Future Teachers of America 2 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2 BEACON Advertising Staff 3 Endicott Junior College SANFORD KATZ The best of all jzlzysicianf' 'SSandy,' . . College Entrance Science Mercer Speaking Contest 3 Hall Monitor 3, 4 Swimming Monitor 3 Bronze Honor Pin Key Club 2, 3, 4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3, 4 Red Cross Representative 4 Bank Teller 1, 2 Swimming Team l, 2, Nlajor Letter 3, 4 Cheerleader 2 Variey Show 4 'tThe Man Who Came To Dinner , 3 You Can't Take It With You 4 P. A. Crew 4 College, Pre-Med JACQUELYN KAUF MAN Great soulx are portions' of eternilyi' Hjackien . . . College Entrance Science Student Council I Kodaya Hi-Y 2, Sergeant-at-Arms 3, 4 Junior Council on World AH'airs 2, 3 Red Cross Service Club 3 Horizon Club 1, Vice-President 2 Latin Honor Society 3 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Variety Show Make-Up 1 School Play Make-Up 3 Oberlin College ALICIA KEMP HDiHersed knowledge immorIaIi:e,t ilielfu Lee . . College Entrance Science Future Teachers of America 1 Future Doctors of America 2 Fencing Club 2 Dramatic Club 4 Bennett Y Teens 4 Variety Show 4 State Teachers College SHIRLEY A. KIMBERLE Saddle your dreams afore you ride lhemv Shirl5: . . . General Faculty Assistant 2, 3 Ivork RUTH C. KLEIN Be a star in .mmeonefv skyu Rivke . . . College Entrance Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Hebrew Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3, Historian 4 Honorary Society ot' English and Literature 2, 3, 4 Future Nurses of America 1-4 French Club 1, 3 Dramatic Club 4 Variety Show 1 Production Staff 4 Gold B College JAY L. KLYDE The world belfmgx to llze entlzuxiast who keeps mol College Entrance Science Science Club 1 Junior Council on Wlorlcl Affairs 2, 3 Stamp and Coin Club l Homeroom Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Captai Homeroom Swimming 1 University of BuH'alo, Pharmacy PAUL H. KORZELIUS Cl1eerfulness ix the nalural offspring of wisdom College Entrance Language Canisius High School, 1956 University of Buffalo MICHAEL KOTICK The richer we impart are only llze xt we shall allways relainu College Entrance Science Science Club 1, 2 Stamp and Coin Club I Homeroom Basketball 1 University of Buffalo MIRIAM RUTH KRANTZ Life has no blexring like a friend College Entrance Science jewelled Honor Pin Bronze Service Pin French Honorary Society 2, 3, Vice-President 4 French Club 1, 3, Treasurer 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 English Honorary Society 2, 3 Math Club 2, 3 Science Club 2. 3 BEACON Staff 2, 3 BEACON Homeroom Manager 4 Gold B Play Make-up 4 Variety Show 3 Cornell University LINDA FAY KREGER n 1 -ealth Write me as one who loves his fellow man Nina . A . College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin Civil Defense Club 3, Vice-President 4 French Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 French Club 1-4 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Honorary Society of English and Literature 4 Dramatics Club 4 Bank Teller 3 Math Club 3 BEACON Work 1, 2 Co-Editor Classes Column 4 Silver HB The Man Vvho Came To Dinner , Publicity, Make-Up 3 Variety Show Make-Up 3, 4 Syrncuse University, Exceptional Educa tion DOUGLAS KREINHEDER They can conquer who believe they ranl' Doug . . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor Track Club Homeroom Basketball 1-4, Varsity Basketball 4 Track 3, 4 University of BuH'alo JUNE ANN KREINHEDER Sincerily is the -face of llze soul College Entrance Science Office Monitor 2, 3, 4 Bronze Service Pin Jewelled Honor Pin Kodaya Hi-Y 2, Secretary 3, President 4 Inter-Hi-Y Council 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 3 English Honorary Society 2, Program Chairman 3, Vice-President 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 French Honorary Society 3, 4 Red Cross Service Club 3 John L. Stamp Dramatic Society 4 junior Red Cross Council 4 Bank Teller 1, 2 Booster Club 3 Science Seminar 3 BEACON Work 2, 3, Underclass Editor 4 Silver BEACON Pin BEACON Homeroom Manager 1 Cornell University ROBERT KROLL There is something 1narz,'elous in muxir' Bob . . . College Entrance Science Hi-Y 2 Track Club 1 Track Squad 1 Variety Show 2, 3, 4 Marines, University of Buffalo SUSAN A. KROPP Happines.v eonsilfts in aeliuityl' 'iSue,' . . Science and Fine Arts Bank Teller 1, 2 Faculty Advisor l, 2 Gold Honor Pin BEACON Art staff 3 Work KAREN KRUGER We make our fortunes and call them lale Homemaking Bank Teller 1, 2 Variety Show 1 Special Chorus 3 Work NANCY KRUGER 'KCame fly wi!h men 'KKru . . . Springville '55-157 Airline School in Minnesota HAROLD KUTNER Every man ir the maker of his own forlunel' 'iCurley . . , College Entrance Science Cafeteria Monitor Bank Teller Photography Club l Science Club 1 Civil Defense Club fi Homerooxn Basketball 3 University of Buffalo. Pharmacy ROBERT G. LaBARGE Persevemnre and audacity generally win 'KBones . . A College Entrance Science Junior Council on World Affairs 3 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Science Club 4 Honieroom Basketball, Captain 4 North Delaware Hi-Y 4 liiarching Band 4 University of Chicago or M. I. T. JOHN LaMONTE Alan ix a pleasure Jeekeri' Chief . . , General Navy JEANNE ELIZABETH LAWLESS Maxis is the llzing ofthe world that I love maxim General Office Monitor Bronze Service Pin Gold Honor Pin English Honorary Society 2, 3 Music Club Secretary 4 Legion of Honor 4 Organist 3, 4 Special Chorus 4 University of Buffalo, Music -IUDITH FAY LAZERSON What sweet delight a quiet life agordsu 'ijudyj' . . Homemaking Office Monitor 4 Future Teachers of America 2 Bowling Club 4 University ol Buffalo, Business Administration LINDA LAZERSON How easy to be amiable 'LLindy,' . . . Homemaking Hall Monitor 3 Office Monitor 4 Future Teachers of America 2 Bowling Club 4 University of BuH'alo, Business Administration LAURENCE ALLEN LEVITE Complete in feature and in mind, with all good grace to gran: a gentlemani' LarryU . . . College Entrance Science Photography Club 1 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 Civil Defense Club 3, Treasurer 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Bennett Exchange Student 3 Student Council 3, Chaplain 4 Dramatic Society 4 Freshman Assembly Junior Assembly Variety Show 4 University of Pennsylvania, Law BARBARA ANN LEVY It ix expectations that make blessings dear Levl' . . General Business Olhce Monitor Bronze Honor Pin Science Club 1 Future Teachers of America 3, 4 Variety Show 1, 3 Bowling Club 3 Cortland State Teachers College DAVID M. LEWITZKY Good cheer is no hinderance to a good life K'EzzardD . . . College Entrance Science Bowling Club 3 Chess Club 1 Spanish Club 1 Future Doctors of America 2, 3 BEACON Homeroom Manager 1 Homeroom Basketball 1-3 University of Colorado, Pre-Law GARY LICHTMAN Women annoy me: I love to be annoyed LitzU . . . College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin Bowling Club 1, 2 Track Club 1, 2 Booster Club 3 BEACON Advertising Staff 2 Track 1 Basketball l, 2 Homeroom Basketball 1-3 Variety Show 3, 4 School Play 4 Syracuse University, Liberal Arts JEAN c. LINCOLN The heart ix a small thing, but desireth great matter 'fleannien . . Music Marching Band 1-4 Faculty Assistant 3 Band 1-4 ANNETTE LIPMAN A wire and understanding heart Moishe', . . . College Entrance Science Homeroom Ticket Manager 3 BEACON Work 3 Bronze Pin 4 Science Club 2 Civil Defense Club 3 Booster Club 3 Buffalo State Teachers College GERALD LIPPES The glass of fashion and the mould of formv 'KLip . . . College Entrance Science Gold Service Pin Bronze Honor Pin Future Doctors of America 3 German Club 1, 2 Science Club 2 Photography Club 1, 2 Bookroom Staff 1-4 Booster Club 3 BEACON Work 1, 4 Football 1, 2 Basketball Squad 1 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Homeroom Swimming 2 Rutgers University, Pre-Law GERALDINE LIPPES A cheerful friend is like a sunny dayv 'KDeeny,' . . . College Entrance Language Hall Monitor 4 Jewelled Honor Pin Hebrew Club 2, 3 French Club 2, 3 National French Honorary Society 3, 4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, 3 Girls Civil Defense Club 3 Variety Show 4 Cornell University PATRICIA ANN LODICO Life is mostly froth and bubble Pat', . . . College Entrance Music Silver Honor Pin Spanish Club 3, 4 John L. Stamp Dramatic Society 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Booster Club 3 BEACON work 2, 3 BEACON Home Room Manager 2 Variety Show 2-4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 3, 4 University of Bulfalo, Liberal Arts DONNA MAE LORENZO Cheerful looks make every dish a feast General Holy Angels Academy, 1956 Buffalo State Teachers College MARILYN LEE LUBICK She who is good is always beautiful Treger . . . Fine Arts Library Monitor 2 Guidance Monitor 2 Hall Monitor 4 Homeroom Attendance Itlonitor 2, 3 Honorary Society of Engilsh and Literature 2, 3 Science Club 2 Math Club 2 Future Nurses of America 2 Girls Civil Defense Club, Secretary and Treasurer 3, 4 Booster Club 3 BEACON Work 1-3 Variety Show 3 University of Buffalo HAROLD LYONS Ability is wealth Happy . . . College Entrance Science Hebrew Club 2 Photography Club 2 Boys Civil Defense Club 4 Track Squad I Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo, Arts and Sciences HARRY RICHARD MacKINDER The best hearts are always the bravest Rich . . . Business Flag Marshall 4 Bronze Honor Pin Bennett Boys Hi-Y 4 University of Buffalo, Business Administration ' 3:1 y if 'if if ,...-as sag - p ..,, Q its 3 ROBERT JOSEPH MAHIQUES Keep 'em flying S'Mokel' . . . St. Joseplils Collegiate Institute Air Force ALVIN MALKINSON Burdens become light when cheerfully borne NAI . . . College Entrance Science Attendance Monitor I Stamp Club 3, Vice-President 2 Bowling Club 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Homeroom Basketball I, 3 Math Club 3 University of Buffalo, Pre-Law, College of Arts and Sciences ROBERT MANDELL Ta act with rammon sense is wisdom Bob'! . . . General Cafeteria Monitor 2, 3, 4 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2, 3 Homeroom Swimming 3 Navy and College ROSE MARIE A. MARCHESE A contented mind is the greatest blessing R0sey', . . . General Business Bank Teller I-4 Gym Monitor Future Nurses Club 3 Civil Defense 3 150 Point Letter Erie County Technical Institute GERALD NORMAN MARCUSSEN The great thing in this world is in what direction we are moving Gerry . . . College Entrance Science Cashier in Cafeteria I-4 Front Hall Monitor 4 Gold Honor Pin Bowling Club 1, 2 English Honorary Society 2 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 3 Swimming, Squad Letter 1, 2, Major Letter 3, 4, Manager 4 Homeroom Bank Teller I-4 Delegate to Toronto, Canada, in Student Exchange Program University of Buffalo, Arts and Sciences SANFORD MARGULIS Oh, give us the man who sings at his '4Sandy', . . . College Entrance Science Bank Monitor 1, 2 Bronze Pin 3 Track Club 2, 3 English Honorary Society 2 French Honorary Society 3, 4 Bowling Club 4 Track Squad 2 Orchestra 1, 2 Homeroom Track 2 Orchestra in Variety Show 1, 2, 4 Brown University, Pre-Law LLOYD G. MARTIN work ':T1ust man and he will be true to youu 'SBucky'J . . . Fine Arts Technical High School at end ol the Sophomore Year Interclass Sports 3, 4 Band Orchestra Dance Band Variety Show College ROBERT MAUER Thinking well is wise Bohn . . . College Entrance Language From Teclmical High School, '53-54 Flag Marshall Guidance Office Monitor Bronze Pin Civil Defense Club Bennett Boys Hi-Y Bank Teller College NEIL MAXICK 'KHe conquers who endures Hlylax' . . . College Entrance Science German Club 2 Junior Red Cross 2 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Bowling Club 2 Stamp Club l Homeroom Swimming Swimming Squad 1 ROBERT EDWARD MAY, jr. An afable and courteous gentlemanu 'IBob . . . College Entrance fMath and Languagel Canisius High School '54-556 Hi-Y College JOYCE MAYCHOSS The sweetest things of life K'Baby Dolln . . . General Business Chorus 1-4 Office lN4onit0r Business School CARL RUFUS MCCLANEY He alone has energy who cannot be deprived of it Rufus . . . College Entrance Science Spanish Club 4 Student Council Alternate 3, 4 Varsity Club 4 Roll Call 1-4 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Basketball Squad, Major Letter 3, 4 University ol Buffalo PATRICIA A. MCGARRY Why isn't er.-eryone eontent like me' l'at', . . . Fine Arts lloly Angels Acadelny ,54-556 Red Cross lvork MARY ELLEN McGOVERN dThe first great gift we can bestow on others is a good exampleu Sis , . , College Entrance Science llennett Y-Teens, Vice-President 3, Treasurer 4 Civil Defense Club State Teachers College HIEDI MCRUCKER Hlt is great to have friends when one is young Dimples . . . General Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y, Treasurer 3, Chaplain 4 Horizon Club 1 Future Nurses Club 2 Variety Show 1 Bryant and Stratton Business Institute GARY MENDELOW Got n rainbow around my sltouldar- Mendy'i . . . . College Entrance Science Office Monitor 4 Future Doctors Club 2, 3, 4 German Club 4 Booster Club 3 Science Club 1. 2 Stamp and Coin Club 2 Football Squad 3 Track Squad 1,2 IIlllllt'l'Ut7lll Basketball 2 University of Pennsylvzutizt, Pre-ltled MARLENE MENDOLA The future is my goal Mari ..,, Fine Arts Course Hall Monitor, Gym hlonitor, Lost and Found Monitor Bronze Pin Student Council 1, 2 Civil Delense Club 4 Future Nurses Club 3 Booster Club 3 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 BEACON Advertising Stall' 2, Art Stn1l'3, 4 Uolcl Bi, Variety Show 2, 3, 4 University ol Pennsylvtlnia, Arts and Scit-me JAMES V. MERCURIO The Iruly generous is the truly zviic' Merc . . . General Business Bishop Timon High School 1 and 2 Work BARBARA MEREDITH A wise and understanding hcarf' Barb . . . College Entrance Language Ollice Monitor 3 French Club 3 Future Teachers 1-4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 1-4 junior Red Cross Council 1-4 Senior Girls Hi-Y, President 4 Inter Hi-Y Council 4 BEACON Work 1, 2, 3 Gold 'ABS' Drill Team 2, 3, 4 Variety Show 4 Bullinlo State Teachers College CLAYTON MERLIHAN Good humor is the zreallh of Ihr' .mul Chap'l . . . College Entrance Science Civil Delense, Secretary 4 Track Club 3 Rifle Club 1 llolneroom Basketball 4 University ol Buffalo, Business Administration ., BEVERLY SUZANNE MESCH What we truly and earnestly aspire to llc, that is wha! we arel' BevU . . .College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin French Club 1, 2, 3 Science Club 1.2 Girls Civil Defense Club 5, 4 Hebrew Club 1. 2. 3 Variety Show 1. 4 University of Bullalo NORMA ELAINE MESCHES '1We may be as good as we please, if we please lo do good College Entrance Science Honorable Mention Certificate of Excellence in Hebrew Majorettes 3, 4 E. J. ltleyer Memorial Hospital, School of Nursing FRANCES CAROL MESSINGER Seek llH1111illl!.i5f0l' its ozun .rake and you will find it 'Tranl' . . . College Entrance Science Swim Monitor 2, Gym Monitor 3 Bowling Club 2, 3 Fencing Club 2 Future Teachers ol America 2 Future Nurses of America 2 Matll Club 2 Science Club 1 University ol Bullialo, Medical Secretary MICHAEL MEYER Give us a proud position and we are impellcd to acl up to it' '4Mike'1 . . . College Entrance Science Senior Class Prophet jewelled Honor Pin Key Club 2, 3, llresiclent 4 Science Club 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4 Junior Council on VVorld Affairs 3, 4 Latin Honor Society 1. 2, Program Chairman 3 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Student Council 1 BEACON 1, Associate Editor 4 Variety Show Variety Show Business Stall Debate Team 3, 4 Cornell University Q BARBARA R. MILLER A good disposition is more valuable than gold L'Barb . . . Homt-making Fixture Nurses Club 1, 2 Kodaya Hi-Y 3, 4 Trotts Vocational Iligh School for Nurses Training MARSHA L. MILLER Education is llze apprenticeship of Iifeu Marsh1' . . . Fine Arts Hall Monitor 4 Bronze Pin French Club l. 2 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 5 Booster Club Secretary 3 Poster Club 4 Hebrew Club 2 BEACON Art Staff l. 3 BEACON Class Column l Variety Show 3 Buffalo State Teachers College - 1 . PATRICIA ANN MINSTERMAN In thy face I see the map of honor, truth and loyalty ':Pat . . . Homcmaking junior Prom Committee Red Cross Service Club 4 Kodaya Hi-Y 4 Civil Defense Club 4 BEACON Advertising Staff 4 Erie County Technical Institute, Food Service Administration SANDRA E. MITCHELL Friendship improves happinessu i'Sandy', . . . General Gym Monitor 3 Future Nurses of America 3 Civil Defense Club 3 and 4 Variety Show 3 Syracuse University MARTIN MITTLEMAN To think and feel we are able, is often lo be son Marty . . . College Entrance Scie ice Jewelled Pin Latin Honorary Society 1, 2 Science Club 2, 3 English Honorary Society 3 Math Club 2, 3 Stamp and Coin Club 3 German Club 4 Bowling Club 4 Antioch College, Biochemistry MICHAEL MORGULIS Fm on my way to a starr 'iMick . . . Fine Arts Hall Monitor 3, 4 Civil Defense 4 BEACON Art Staff 4 College WM- I ' 2 5 0 VIVIAN CECEIL MORRIS Nothing is rarer than real goodness K'Viv5' . . . General Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y, Sergeant-at-Arms 2, President 4 Gold B Nursing School LEONA LEAH MORRISON Nothing endures but personal qualityl' Lee,' . . . College Entrance Science French Club 3 Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo, School of Arts and Sciences DIANE MORSHEIMER Good nature is one ofthe richest fruitsn Morsh . . . General College JOHN MOSCATO A true friend is zz gift john .... College Entrance Science St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute, January 1956 Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Erie County Technical Institute, Combustion Engineering JOSEPH J. MUFFOLETTO Talent is a man's power BanjolU . . . College Entrance Science Book Room Monitor 3, 4 Gym Monitor 2 North Delaware Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Treasurer4 Radio and Electronics Club, Sergeant-at-Arms 2 Civil Defense Club, Treasurer 3, Vice-President 4 Track Club 1, 2, 3 Band 1, 2, President 3, 4 Variety Show 1 Custodian Band 1, 2 Dance Band 4 U. S. Marine Corps DIANE P. MURRAY None name thee, but to praisen HDF' . . College Entrance Science Gold Service Pin Senior Class Vice-President Junior Class Vice-President Junior Red Cross Council, Secretary 2, Vice-President 3, President 4 Future Nurses of America 1 Booster Club 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 2, 3, 4 Student Council 1, 2, 3, Senior Representative Executive Council 4 Bennett Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, Secretary 4. Branch Council 3, 4 BEACON, Assistant Alumni Column 4 Gold 'ABU Variety Show, Chairman 4 Niagara University, School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science JAMES MURRAY He loves to build, not boast Ulvluru . . . General Bennett Boys Hi-Y 2, 4, Chaplain 3 Booster Club 3 BEACON Homeroom Manager 4 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Work STUART NADEL Talent and worth are the only grounds of distinction Stun . . . College Entrance Science Homeroom Basketball 1, 2 Ticket Manager 1 University of Buffalo PETER A. NATHAN 'KHow pleasant il is to have money HPete,' . . . Engineering Safety Patrol 2 jewelled Pin Legion ol Honor, Treasurer 4 Student Council 2 Junior Council on 1Vorld Affairs 3, 4 Stamp and Coin Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3 Chess Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3, Vice-President 4 Science Club 1, 2, Math Club 1, 2, 3 BEACON, Assistant Business 3, Activities Editor 4 Tennis, Squad Letter 3, Squad Letter 4 Variety Show 4, Business Stal? 4 Cornell University, Engineering ROBERT NAWROCKI Hflpfzarel oft proclaims the man Bohn . . . College Entrance Science Cafeteria Monitor Radio and Electronics Club, Treasurer 2, 3 College LOUISE A. NIBLACK f'God set upon my lips a 501tg, and put a lantern in my hand HLou . . . College Entrance Scienct Gold Pin Spanish Club 3, 4 BEACON, Art 1, 2 Gold BU Variety Show 1 Orchestra 1-4 Librarian 3 State Teachers College ASSIMAKIS NICOLAU Not for himself but for the world, he lives 'KMike'! . . . Engineering From American College ol Athens, Greece 1953-1956 Math Club 4 Cross Country, Squad Letter 3 Track, Squad Letter fi Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute DEMETRA NICOLAU Poetry is the mos! beautiful motte of saying thingsi' 4'Dee Dee . . . College Entrance Chemistry Entered Bennett 1956 From Olinda Pierce College in Greece, 1956, Future Nurses Club 3, 4 English Honorary Society 4 A-O Hi-Y 4 BEACON, Writing, Poem 300 Point Letter Drill Team 3, 4 University ol Buffalo DELORES LENORE NOLES Happiness is a butterfly Sis . . . General Business Oiiice Monitor 3 Variety Show 2 Vogue Art School, Cliicaco, Illinois SUZANNE C. OAKES Sings like a lark K'Suzie . . . General Language Junior Red Cross Service Club 4 Music Club 4 Drarnatics Club 4 Variety Show 1-4 College ARLENE B. OBSTEIN 1 would be true, for there are llzoae who trurl men 'KCookie . . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor 4 Bank Teller l-4 Girls Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Booster Club 3 Hebrew Club 1 Junior Red Cross 1 150 Point Letter Buffalo State Teachers College, Division of Exceptional Education JOHN O'REILLY Let no one be bul lzappyn 'gjugn . . . General From Bishop Fallon High School lst Year Armed Forces LINDA ORLIN Art is indeed not the bread but the wine of life Linda . . . College Entrance Science Hall Monitor 4 Bank Teller 1-4 Gold IIonor Pin Junior Council on YVorld Affairs 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2, fi Poster Club 4, Secretary 4 BEACON. Art Staff 2-4 Variety Show 3 Variety Show, Business Stall' 4 Syracuse University, Fine Arts THOMAS MICHAEL O'ROURKE A .mlrlier fit to ,vland by Caesaru TU . . . General From Bishop Fallon High School 1, 2 Flag Marshal Stage Crew Intra-Murals Chess Club Army VIRGINIA OSTBERG Life xeemed formed of .runny years CinnyU . . . College Entrance Science Hall Monitor 4 Jewellcd Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Service Club 2,3 French Club 3 Booster Club 3 French Honorary Society 2, 3, Secretary 4 BEACON VVork 2, 3 400 Point Letter Variety Show 4 Ohio Wesleyan University, Pl'C-M011 NATHAN OSTROFF Tail ix the fire of fameu K'Nate'i . . . College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin Future Doctors Club, Vice-President 4 Stamp and Coin Club 1 Science Club I Debate Society 2 English Honorary Society 2 Booster Club 3 French Club 3 BEACON, Sports Column 4 Cross Country Team 4 Variety Show 4 University ol' Pennsylvania, Pre-Law ANGELINE PAPPAS Lovely, blooming, fresh and gayv K'AngieU . . Fine Arts Course Lost and Found 3, 4 Gold Honor Pin Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2 Horizon Club 3 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 3, 4 French Club 2, 3 Civil Defense 3, 4 New York University College for Teachers ARLENE PASTOR Good nature is the beauty of the mindn General v Business From jamaica High School, Long Island, New York, 1954-1955 Gym Monitor 4 Univ:-isity of Buffalo, Medical Secretary JAMES PERMAN A man of genius make: no mistakesn jin1I' , . . College Entrance Langage Mercer Speaking Contest 3 Silver Honor Pin Israel Summer Seminar Scholarship 2 Hebrew Club 1, 2, 3, President 4 John L. Stamp Dramatics Club 2, 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 National Thespian Society 2, 3, 4 Arsenic And Old Lacen, 2 i'The Man Who Came To Dinner , 3 Cohnnbia University, Liberal Arts JOYCE CAROL PESTELL Honor and fame are Izuinsn Jo . . . College Entrance Sciencm Oflice Monitor 2-4 Gold Service Pin Gold Honor Pin Legion of Honor 3, 4 Bennett Y-Teens, Freshman Representative l, Chaplain 2, Recording Secretary 3, President 4 Bennett Y Teens Conference 3 Inter Hi-Y Council 2-4 Inter Hi-Y Newspaper 2, Assistant Editor 3 Girls Civil Defense Club, President 3, 4 German Club 2, 3, Secretary 4 German Honorary Society 2 Future Teachers of America 4 BEACON Work 2 Special Chorus 4 Buffalo State Teachers College, Secondary Education RAYMOND C. PETERANGELO Few things are needed to make the wise man happyu Ray . . . Music Music Club 4 Gcncsco State Teachers College THOMAS JOSEPH PETZ The one thing in the world of value is the aelive soul 'tTom . . . College Entrance Science Erie County Technical Institute LESLIE RUTH PHILLIPS A soul as while as heaven L'Le5,' . . . Fine Arts Course Silver Honor Pin Kodaya Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Drill Team 2, 3 Future Teachers of America 3, Vice President 4 BEACON, Junior Assistant Art Editor 3, Senior Assistant Art Editor 4 400 Point Letter Gold HB Buffalo State Teachers College, Art Education STEPHANIE L. PHILLIPS Life is short and art is longl' Stef1ie,' . . . Fine Arts Kodaya Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4 Drill Team 2, 3 Future Teachers of America 3, Secretary 4 French Honorary Society 3, 4 BEACON, Homeroom Manager 3, 4, junior Assistant Art Editor 3 Senior Assistant Art Editor 4 Cold B Buffalo State Teachers College Education of Exceptional Children SAMUEL L. PICKENS All we have of joy endures Sam the Man . . . College Entrance Track Club 1-4 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Varsity Club 4 Homeroom Track 1-4 Homeroom Swimming 2, 3 Track 2, 4 Football 3, 4 North Dakota University DIANE M. PIERI I fling my soul In the sun Di . . . College Entrance Bishop McMahon High School. 1955-1956. Holy Angels 1954-1955 Oflice Monitor 3, 4 Variety Show 3 State Teachers College MARY ANNE CYNTHIA PLESUR Here,s the happiest light Maru . . . Homemaking Gym Monitor 3 lvork LORETTA JEAN PLUMMER 'KLike a star a! Heaven's lmrderl, 'KRett . . . Homemaking 150 Point Letter Work HYMAN B. POLAKOFF Silence is an answer to a wise man 'lHy', . . . College Entrance Science Latin Honorary Society 3 Homeroom Basketball 2, 4 University of Bulfalo JUDITH POMEROY The lamp of a nurse light: a path to healingu Judy . . . College Entrance Science From Kenmore Senior High 1954-1955 Swimming Monitor 3 Future Nurses 2 Fencing Club 3 150 Point Letter Buffalo General Hospital School of Nursing LOIS J. POWELL Laughter sloorl at her .widen Lo Loi' . . . College Entrance Science Gold B University of Buffalo MICHAEL PRATTER The eye: beholds the hearts desireg lei mine not be in vain 'tljratl' . . . College Entrance Science OIHce l, 4 Future Doctors Club President 4 Science Club 1, 2 Civil Defense Club 3 Math Club I Stamp and Coin Club 2 Science Seminar 3 Pliotograplly Club 2 Ilomeroonl Basketball I, 2, 5, 4 Tults University, Pre-Law JOANN PRICE 'ilfling me a handful of slam 'flow . . . Fine Arts Dramatics Club 3, 4 Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y 1 Variety Show 3, 4 Bryant and Stratton Business Institute BRUCE S. RABIN K'He has u nimble wit!! Alleon . . . College Entrance Science Silver Service Pin Junior Red Cross Council I Photography Club 1 German Club 3, 4 Bennett Debating Society Treasurer 4 Science Club 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 Honorary Society of English and Literature 3, 4 Booster Club 3 Fixture Doctors ol America 3, 4 Math Club 2, 3, 4 BEACON Work 3 Variety Show 3 Variety Show, Business 4 Tufts University, Biological Chemistry HERBERT JOHN RAYMONDO And lu: shall Inrrarne a lwnrlzur of man Ed'l . . . College Entrance Science State Teachers College GERALDINE DELORIS REED Cerri . . . General East High School '54-356 junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Beautician School Y Cosmotologist JOAN T. REIFER A merry hear! doeth good like a mcdiaim, H,Ioannie . . . College Entrance Language Hall Monitor jewelled Honor Pin French Club 3, President 4 National French Honor Society 3, 4 Legion of Honor 3, Secretary 4 Civil Defense Club, Vice-President 3 Bennett Booster Club 3 Hebrew Club I, 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2 Latin Honor Society 2, 3 BEACON Work 3, Co4Advertising Editor 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 4 Bronze BEACON Pin 150 Point Letter Variety Show fl Variety Show, Business 4 Bank Teller 1-4 Cornell University JOHN D. RICE So persivlcnt he would have the lust word with an echo College Entrance Science Silt er Honor Pin North Delaware Hi-Y 2 Latin Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Math Club 2 Honorary Society of English and Literature 2 Swimming Squad 2, Major Letter I5 Key Club 4 Legion OI Honor, Treasurer 4 Science Club 2 Baseball, Major Letter, Manager 3 Variety Show 4 Man Who Came To Dinnerw, Business Staff II College MARGARET ANN RISO A rising .fun and music UMaggie . . . Music Chromatic Club Award Winner Bronze Service Pin BEACON Certificate 3 Spanish Club 3 Bennett Y-Teens 1, Sergeant-at-Arms 2 BEACON Homeroom Manager 2 Music Club 3 Gold BU Variety Show 1-4 Variety Show Ticket Manager 2 Orchestra 1, Secrctary-Treasurer 2, 3, 4 Chorus Accompanist 4 Rosary Hill College, Music Education MARLENE P. ROATH The true pleasure of lije is to liua with happiness College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor Guidance Monitor Silver Honor Pin Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, Vice-President 4 Spanish Club 3 Civil Defense Club 4 l50 Point Letter Band Librarian I, Uniform Custodian 2, 3, 4 Marching Band I-4 Erie County Technical Institute lylcdical Oflice Assistant HELENA L. ROGERS .S'ir1rerity it power ulrleleni' , . . Fine Arts Marriage MARILEE ROGERS A sweet :mile shone oafr all her fore' Lee3' . . . College Entrance Kingston High School '54-356 Orchestra Albany State College SIDNEY ROSE The foremost soldier nj his lime General Armed Forces ARLENE ROSENBERG Her ways are ways of ple11.mntners HRosie . . . College Entrance Science Hebrew Club 1, 2 Science Club 2, 3 Honorary Society of English and Literature '5 Math Club 2 BEACON Stall' 2 150 Point Letter Variety Show 4 'KMan Who Came To Dinnerw, Make-Up Staff 3 Variety Show, Make-Up Stafl' 3 Erie County Technical Institute Dental Hygiene SUSAN B. ROSENO Let your laughter fill lim nir Sue . . . College Entrance Language Hall Monitor 3 Gold Honor Pin Junior Red Cross Council l junior Council on 1'Vorld Affairs 2, fl llonorary Society of English and Literature 2 Spanish Club, Vice-President 3, 4 French Club 3, Secretary 4 National French Honor Society 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Science Club 2 BEACON Work 1, Assistant Circulation Editor 3 Junior Column 3, Senior Tempo Co-Editor 4 Bronze BEACON Pin The Man Who Came To Dinner Make-Up Staff 3 Variety Show 3 Variety Show, Business Stall' 4 Buffalo State Teacliers College, Exceptional Education U MURRAY H. ROSENTHAL Lvl thy .itnwrlt he better than .i'iIer14'e' Moish . . . College Entrance Science Sciellre Club l-4 Debate Society 2 Bennett Booster Club 3 Track Club 2 Track, Assistant lNlananger 2, lNIanager 3, 4 Stage Crew l University of Buffalo RUTH ELLEN ROSENTHAL Beautiful ax the bluxh of a rote 'lRuthie', . . . College Entrance Language Guidance Monitor French Club 1, 2, 4 Junior Red Cross Representative 4 BEACON Work 1, 4 Variety Show 1, 4 College. Secretarial Science ROBERT ROTHSCHILD I Tl1e.ttrength ofthe athlete is hix jnifln HRotz . . . College Entrance Science Bowling Club 3, 4 Hornerooui Basketball 1-4 Homeroom Swimming 1, 2 Horneroom Track 1, 2. 3 Track Squad 1, 2 Band 1, 2 Orchestra l, 2 Variety Show 1 College HELEN RUPPLE Looe ix love'.v rewardl' General Lockport Senior High '55-55 Senior Girls Hi-Y 4 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3. 4 BEACON Advertising Staff Variety Show 4 Erie County Technical Institute BRIAN RUSSELL His valor ix the salt of hir DlllI?l'1'll'llIf.C,' College Entrance Science Radio and Electronics Club 4 Chess Club, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 College, Technical Education u DAVID RYNNE There's a proud modesty in merit Rink . . . College Entrance Science Flag lNIarslial Bronze Service Pin Cafeteria Monitor 3, 4 Key Club 3, Lieutenant Governor 4 Junior Council on World AHairs 3 Track Club, Vice-President 4 Varsity Club 4 North Delaware Hi-Y 3, 4 Homeroom Basketball I, 2, 3 Football Squad 2. Major Letter 3, 4. Captain 4, All4I'Iigli 4, Honorable Mention 3 Track, Major Letter 3, 4 College u JAMES A. SACHS Life has value only when it has something valuable as its object Saxy . . . College Entrance Science Chess Club 1 Photography Club 1 Student Council 1-4 X Key Club 2, 3, 4 Bennett Booster Club, President 3 Civil Defense Club 4 BEACON Staff 2 University of BuH'alo, Pre-Dentistry DONALD SADKIN Liberty of thought is the life ofthe soulu College Entrance Science Stamp and Coin Club 1 New York State Department of Law Essay Contest, Honorable Mention Bennett Booster Club 3 German Club 4 Varsity Club 4 Gold BEACON Pin BEACON, Sports Assistant Editor 3, Editor 4 Track Squad 2 Basketball Manager 2-4 Baseball Publicity Manager 3. 4 Man Who Came To Dinner , 3 Hoinerooin Basketball League 3, Captain 4 University of Buffalo JONATHAN D. SAFREN Doing easily wha! others fnd digieull is talent: doing what is impossible for talent is genius i '5Jon . . . College Entrance Science Hebrew Award 2 Hall Monitor 4 ,Iewelled Honor Pin Science Club 2, 3 Math Club 3 German Club 4 Hebrew Club 4 University of Buffalo, Chemistry RANDALL J. SANDERS An acl of goodness is an act of happiness '4Randy . . . College Entrance Science Homeroom Basketball 1, 2, 3 Homeroom Swimming 2, 3 Science Club I Stamp and Coin Club 3 Bowling Club 3, Vice-President 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 BEACON Homeroom Manager 1 University of Buffalo DENNIS J. SANDOW All got glory from the shape of his hand '6Red . . . College Entrance Science Gold Service Pin Safety Patrol 1-4 Projection Staff 3, 4 Jewelled Honor Pin English Honorary Society 2 Math Club 3, Vice-President 4 Science Club 3, 4 Latin Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Key Club 2, 3, Secretary 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Band 1 Winner of Mercer Speaking Contest 3 Debate Team 4 College JAMES SARTORI I have not yet begun to fight HSZTU . . . General St. Joseph's Seminary, 1954 Bishop Timon High School, 1955 Bishop Fallon High School, 1956 Air Force CHRISTA SCHERER Happiness is elalionu K'Lorey . . . College Entrance Language Bronze Honor Pin German Club 2 German Honorary Society 2 Bennett Booster Club 3 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Variety Show 4 College NELSON B. SCHILLER My words are meant for deeds Nels,' . . . College Entrance Science Office Monitor 3, 4 Gold Honor Pin Fixture Doctors Club, Sergeant-at-Arm Science Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4 Student Council 4 Variety Show 4 Stage and P. A. Crew 2 Union College, Pre-Med PATRICIA DT SCHILLO s4 Heaven, but the vision of fulfilled desire' ':Patn . . . General Art Alpha Horizon Club 1, 2 Kodaya Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 German Club 2 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 BEACON Staff 3 Buffalo State Teachers College, Art Education ELEANOR L. SCHNALL Even virtue is more fair when it appears in a beautiful person Ellie . . . College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor Bank Teller I Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 300 Point Letter Majorettes 3, 4 Variety Show 3 College IRA SCHNEIDER I see the new will not compare with the old College Entrance I-Iomeroom Basketball Michigan State University C. ROBERT SCHROEDER Tile contented man is 1tez,'erpoor Bob' . . . General Business Silver Honor Pin University of Buffalo, Business Administration JOSEPH A. SCHULGASSER Teaching the wayward stream a better course flue . . . College Entrance Engineering From East High School, 1956 Silver Honor Pin Key Club 4 Tennis Squad 4 University of BuH'alo, Education LANEE LOUISE SCHULLER Corridors of light where the hours are suns General Business From Holy Angels Academy, l955 junior Red Cross Service Club 3. 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Future Teachers of America 4 BEACON Staff 2 Variety Show 4 University of Buffalo E LAWRENCE A. SCHULZ To be more happy I dare not aspircu 'KLarry', . . . College Entrance Language From DeVeaux School, Niagara Falls, New York, 1957 Baseball University of Buffalo KAY SCHUSTERBAUER The simple gift of being kind is greater than all wisdom General Junior Red Cross Service Club 3 Student Council 2 Senior Girls Hi-Y 4 Gold BU Drill Team 2, 3 Variety Show 3, 4 University of Buffalo WANDA SCOTT K'Seek the path to lifels pleasure 'tVVandi . . , Fine Arts Future Teachers of America 4 Delta Chi Beta I-Ii-Y I-4 BEACON Staff 3, 4 Gold HBH College GEORGE L. SEAY Handsome is as handsome does 'AGorgeous George . . . College Entrance Science Guidance Monitor 4 Attendance Monitor 1 Fencing Club 2 English Honorary Society 4 Cross Country 3 Track 4 Variety Show 4 Hobart, Pre-Med RONALD GEORGE SEEBER Speak the speech of wise men i'Ronnie', . . . College Entrance Engineering Glens Falls High School, Glens Falls. New York, 1956 State Music Festivals Draniatics Club l, 2 Civil Defense Club, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Science Club 4 Tennis 3 Variety Shows Band Orchestra P. A. Crew Hamilton College ANITA RUTH SEEBERG Grate and lurauly are ilu: covering of thine eyes Fine Arts Hebrew Club 1, 2 Math Club 2 Science Club 1, fl Buffalo State Teachers College IRIS EILLEEN SEGAL 'fShe who has quickened mullilufles to mirth Language French Club 1, 2, 3 English Honorary Society 2, 3 Science Club l, 3 Bennett Booster Club 3 Oflice Monitor 4 University of liuflnlo JUDITH ANN SELBY I hate quolalionsj tell me what you know Hjudyy' . . . College Entrance Science Junior Class Secretary Senior Class Secretary junior Red Cross Service Club 2 Sergeant-at-Arms 3, Vice-President 4 Future Teachers ot' America 3 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 BEACON Stall 2, 3 Variety Show fl, 4 University of Michigan LINDA EVE SELBY Busy and cheerful wilh a friendly fare K'Lin . . . General Business Gold HB' Drill Team 4 Work JAMES SENEFELDER Thy wil is ax quick ax lhe grfyl1numl', S'jiin . . . General Bank Teller l Cafeteria Monitor 4 College DONALD S. SEROTA Av he lllfulcrlh in hirlzem-1,.iol1vii'l Donn . . . College Entrance Science january Graduate Bronze Honor Pin Future Doctors ol' America 3 English Honorary Society 3 Science Club fl Iklnlli Club 3 llniversity ol Bnflialu, Pre Law RUSSELL N. SERVICE, jr. He that has jmlience may l,'07llfI0.YX anylhingn 'KRicky,' . . . College Entrance Science Radio and Electronics Club. Secretary 4 Football. Squad 2, fl, Nlajor Letter 4 College KARLEEN SHEARER The peare ol ewning is in your quiet waysn Leenyl' . . . Business Home Nursing Certificate Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y l-3. President 4 Business Institute CAROL SUE SHEINBERG A crozrn of glory that fadeth no! azeay 'KDinky-Dol' . . . College Entrance Science Senior Class Girls' Treasurer Guidance Monitor 4 Chairman of Assembly Programs 4 .lewelled Honor Pin French Club 4 Civil Defense Club 3 Legion of Honor 3, Secretary 4 BEACON Stall' 4 Variety Show 3, 4 liuflalo State Sl'eac'llers Collegi- ,IULIA SHELIGA Life is a flower of wlzirh lmm ix Ihr honey K'Julie . . . College Entrance Language Spanish Club 3 Erie County Technical Institute DENNIS Y. SHERMAN Thou art the man 'LDennyl' . . . College Entrance Science January Graduate Science Club 1 Rifle Club 1 Cafeteria Monitor 2, 4 BEACON Homeroom lvIanager 1 I-Iotneroom Basketball 2, 3 University ol Buffalo DIANE E. SHERMAN Happiness is found in doing lhiugx lor olher.v Din . . . College Entrance Language French Club 1, 2 English Honorary Society 2, 3 Fixture Teachers of America fl Girls' Civil Defense Club 3 Variety Show 1 Orchestra 2, 3 Band 3, 4 University of Bullalo, Physical Therapy ERNEST SHOSHO He ix never lesx at leisure than when at leisuren Ernic'l . . . College Entrance Science Junior Class Boys' Treasurer Senior Class Boys' Treasurer Bank Teller 2 Silver Service Pin Silver Honor Pin Civil Defense Club 4 North Delaware Hi-Y 1, 2 Bennett Boys Hi-Y, Treasurer 4 Track Club 2, 3, 4 BEACON 1 Track, Squad 1, 2, Major Letter Il, 4 Cross Country, Squad 3 University of Buffalo, Business Administration RITA SIEGEL Work is love made lliXilJll!U College Entrance Science Bank Teller 1, 2 Gym Monitor 4 Hebrew Club 1, 2, 3 Debate Club 2 Science Club 1 University of BuH'alo, Social Work 1 SHEILA SILVERMAN With u .song in my heartl' Peanuts . . . College Entrance Language Gym Monitor 3 French Club l BEACON Statl' 1, 2 Variety Show 2, 3 Special Chorus BuH'alo State Teachers College JEROME SIMON Carry on to victoryu 'Qlerryll . . . College Entrance Science Track Club 1, 2, 3 Baseball Squad 2, Major Letter 3, 4 Band 1, 2 University of Buffalo BONNAMAE A. SIMPSON Nothing ever succeeds which exuberant spirits have not helped to produce K'Bonnie'l . . . College En Gym Monitor 4 Swimming Montor 4 Bronze Honor Pin Koclaya Hi-Y l, 2, 3 Spanish Club 3 Music Club 3 Cold BU Orchestra 1-4 Band 3, 4 trance Science Cortland State Teachers College KAREN A. SIMPSON A Jong is more lasting than the riches of the worldl' Kitty,' . . . Business Drill Team 2, 3 Senior Girls Hi-Y 4 Gold BH Variety Show 2, 3, 4 College GERALD SINATRA The right hands olfollow.t'hi11,' Snake,' . . . General Track Club 2, 3 Swimming, Major Letter Red Cross Representative University of Buffalo GARY SINGER Rich in good works College Entrance Science Chess Club 1, 2 Math Club 3 2 Future Doctors of America Club 3 Photography Club 2 Bowling Club 4 Science Club 1 Bank Teller 2, 3 Band 1 University of Buffalo RICHARD DONALD SKEES Pm .fitting on top ofthe rt,'orlrl Dick . . . College Entrance Science Homeroom Banking Teller l Work BARBARA ANN SKEPS Treasure thy memories while seeking better days Bobbie . . . Homemaking Faculty Assistant 4 Work COLIN G. SMITH Without music life would be a rnislakrf' College Entrance Music Gold Service Pin Silver Honor Pin Bennett Dramatic Society 2, 3, 4 National Thespian Society 3, Sergeant-at-Arms 4 Legion of Honor 4 Bennett Society ol Model Engineers 3, President 3, Vice-President 4 BEACON, Music Column 3, Editor 4 Stage Crew 2, Manager 3, 4 Band I, 2, 3 Orchestra 2 Librarian 2 Marching Band 1, 2, 3 Variety Show 2 Man Who Came To Dinner , 3 Eastman School of Music, Applied Itlusic GAIL SMITH I am in love with high jar-.teeing plaeexn College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor 3 Faculty Assistant 1 Jewelled Honor Pin Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, Junior Representative 3, Senior Representative 4, Recording Secretary 4 Branch Hi-Y Council 3, Secretary 4 Buffalo Area Hi-Y Council 4 Delegate to Slate Hi-Y Council 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Gold UB Drill Team 2, 3 Variety Show 2, 3 Buffalo State Teachers College ROBERT SCOTT SMITH I am to live a life tlzat'.t gayu 'iSmitty . . . College Entrance Science January Graduate Math Club 1, 2 Science Club l, 2 Civil Defense Club 3 Bennett Booster Club 3 BEACON Staff 4 University of Buffalo, Engineering JEANETTE SNYDER A day of life is pleasure' Jan . . . Homemaking Bennett Y-Teens 1, 2 College y DAVID V. SOMMER A man oj meditation is happy College Entrance Engineering Faculty Assistant 3, 4 Jewelled Honor Pin Spanish Club 3, 4 Stamp and Coin Club 4 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 College LINDA RAE SPIEGELMAN The joy of youth and health her eyex dixplayu Spieg 7 . . . College Entrance Science Ollice Monitor 2 Gold Honor Pin French Club 1, 2 English Honorary Society 2, 3 Junior Council on World Af'l'airs 2 Variety Show 2, 3 The Man Who Came To Dimmer 3 Bullalo State Teachers College LYNDA MARIA SPRAKER Gentlemen prefer blondes General Library Monitor Bronze Service Pin Future Teachers of America 1 Junior Red Cross Service Club 3, 4 Gold HBH Variety Show 4 Cortland State Teachers College SANDRA STALTER Let us live and love Sandy .... Homemaking OHice Monitor 2, 3, 4 Gym Monitor 4 Lost and Found Monitor 4 Gold Honor Pin Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Civil Defense Club 3, 4 BEACON Staff 4 Gold BH Buffalo State Teachers College ROSLYN STANDARD Working and living and lzaz'ing fun Roz . . . General Bookstore Monitor I5 Music Club 4 300 Point Letter College MARILYN STANDERFER So sweet a face, .vueh angel grave' Lyn', . . . College Entrance Science From Kenmore High School 1956 Bennett Y-Teens 3 Civil Defense Club 4 Fnture Nurses of Anurrira 4 College PENELOPE A. STAUCH And let all women strive to be ax eonxlant ax Penelapel' l'ennyl' . . . College Entrance Kodaya Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Future Nurses Club 2, 3, 4 Deaconess Hospital School ol' Nursing DONNA MAE STEEL Between the bitter anrl the .twoet ,ttands my heart Scotty .... General january Graduate 1500 Point Letter ivork FRANK STEGMEIER Things done well and with a care exempt themselvex from fearu General From Bishop Fallon High School Vvork JAMES STEINBORN nlllark llu' fmrlerl man jim . . . College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin Student Council 2 Track Club 3 Homeroom Basketball 1 Bennett Boys Hi-Y 1. Secretary 2, 3, President 4 Track Squad 3 Flag Marshal 2, fl, 4 University of Hullalo, Business MARTHA JEAN STIERS Her very lrowns are fairer than the smile.: of other maidens Martyn . . . College Entrance Science From Geneva High School, Geneva, Illinois, 1954 Bronze Honor Pin Senior Girls Hi-Y, 3, 4 Future Nurses of America 2 Homerooln Bank Teller 2, 3 400 Point Letter Nursing. Fort WVayne, Indiana MARY JANE STIERS Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb College Entrance Science From Geneva High School, Geneva, Illinois, 1954- Gold Honor Pin French Club 2 French Honorary Society 3, 4 Senior Girls Ili-Y 3, 4 Future Nurses of America 2 400 Point Letter Nursing, Fort WVnyne, Indiana SHIRLEY STOECKLE Grace is to borly what good sense it tn the nzinrf' ShirlU . . . General Business Hall Monitor 2 Tap Chorus 3 BEACON IEIOIIICPOOITI Manager 2. 3 Variety Show fi, 4 Work MARK SUNSHINE His lile is gentlel' College Entrance Science Bronze Honor Pin Track Club Red Cross Representative Cross Country Team, Squad Erie County 'Technical Institute SHARON LINDA SUSMAN The most essential thing jar happiness is the gift of friendshipv Shar , . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor 3, 4 Silver Honor Pin French Club 1, 2 English Honorary Society 2, 3 Math Club 1 BEACON StaH' 4 BuH'alo State Teachers College, Elementary Education CARMEL ANN TALLUTO Nurse lo human sujeringn Carm . . . College Entrance Science Lafayette 1955 Future Nurses of America 2, 3 Kodaya Hi-Y 2, 4, Junior Representative 3 Sisters of Charity Nursing School JEFFREY TARRANT Great men gain doubly when they make their enemies their friends Guns,' . . , College Entrance Science College or Armed Forces SYDNEY TEIBEL A good name is mlher lo be chosen than great riches uSyd . . . College Entrance Science Gym Monitor 2 Science Club 1 Future Doctors of America 3 Junior Red Cross Representative 3, 4 Debate Society 3 Homeroom Basketball, Captain 1, 2, 3 University of Michigan, Pre-Law JEAN TRACY Truth needs no color, beauty no penriln l'Tracy', . . . General From Bishop Colton H. S., January 1956 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3 Alpha Horizon Club 2 Roller Skating Club 3 BuHa1o State Teachers College, Art Education JOYCE TRAYLOR HHappiness is joyi' Hjoyi' . . . General Virginia State College DIANE TRUHN Look not io llzy past but li:'e for the day Dee . . . General 150 Point Letter Variety Show Committee 3 Bryant 8: Stratton Business Institute ROLAND TURK There is a divinity that shapes our ends Rollin . . . College Entrance Language French Club 1 French Honorary Society 4 Varsity Club 4 BEACON Homeroom Manager 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Homeroom Manager 1, 2 Football, Major Letter 4 Orchestra 1-4 Cortland State Teachers College JUNE UMANSKY There was a slar danced and under that I was lmrnl' General Hall Monitor 4 Bronze Honor Pin Tap Chorus 2, 4 Bennett Booster Club 3 Girls Civil Defense Club 3 BEACON Work 1 Gold B Variety Show 1-4 Bryant Sc Stratton Business Institute NANCY R. UMBEER A soft answer turneth away wrath College Entrance Science Future Nurses ol America 2, 3, Recording Secretary 4 Kodaya Hi-Y 3, 4 Deaconess Hospital, School ol Nursing NOEL JOSEPH VARELA A man as Hue as Heel College Entrance Science Gold Sewice Pin Stamp Club, Dramatic 3, 4 Radio and Electronics Club 3 North Delaware Hi-Y 4 Track Club 4 BEACON Work 4 Football Squad 4 Public Address Crew. Sound Tt-clinician 3, 4 Junior Red Cross Council l Rice Institute, Engineering ARNOLD VASBINDER I bear a charmed lifev K'Arnie . . . College Entrance Science Debate Society 4 University of Buffalo, Pharmacy JOEL VIGNERE Brevity is the saul of wit Joe . . . College Entrance Science Swimming Monitor Gym Monitor North Delaware Hi-Y College CARMELA T. VITELLO Sing away sorrow, cast away care Carm . . . College Entrance Drill Team 2, 3, 4 Gold MBU Buffalo State Teachers College JAMES GERALD VIZZI Man courts happiness in a thousand shapes HViz . . . College Entrance Silver Service Pin 3 Cafeteria Monitor 4 Student Council 1 Cross Country, Major Letter 3 Track Squad 3 Homeroom Basketball 1-4 Homeroom Ticket Manager Niagara University, Business Administration gli 62 , s N A, - MARGARET E. VOLKENNER Lovely lo look at i'Margiel' . . . General Variety Show 3 College JO ANNE WAGNER If smiles were miles, what ground she would cover! Jon . . . College Entrance Language Gold Service Pin 3 Bronze Honor Pin 3 Dramatic Club 2, Secretary 3, President 4 Fencing Club 2, Treasurer 3 National Thespians Society 3, 4 Legion of Honor 3, 4 Red Cross Representative 1, 2 150 Point Letter Stage Crew fl, 4 Costume Connnittee, Play and Variety Show 2, 3 Variety Show 4 Buffalo State Teachers College, Elementary Education WESLEY WALES My business is living Wes', . . . College Entrance Science Marching and Band Certificate l-4 Photography Club 1 Marching Band 1-4 Orchestra 3 Librarian 1, 2 Variety Show 2 College E. ISABEL WALLACE The sweetest sound on earth,- a waman's tongue nlzzyl' . . . General Future Nurses of America 1, 2 Hebrew Club 1, 2, 3 Civil Defense Club 3 Dramatic Club l Science Club 1 BEACON Advertising Staff 1 Variety Show 4 University of Buf'l'alo JUDITH WALTER She brings the sunshine every day Judy . . , College Entrance Science From Grover Cleveland H. S., 1955 College ELIZABETH WARDLAW 'KCnrrier ol love and sympathyu uliettyn . . . General 150 Point Letter State Teachers College PATRICIA WATSON live got the world on a string' Path . . . General Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y, Vice-President 2 Business School r WILLIAM WEDGWOOD Take a bow, G. I. Billl' . . . General Front Technical H. S., 1956 Arlncd Forces SANDRA WEINSTEIN Pm not arguing with you, I'm telling you Sandie . . . College Entrance Science Graduated in january Voice of Democracy Contest Winner 4 Mercer Speaking Contest 3 Gold Honor Pin Hebrew Club 1, 2 Math Club 2, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4 English Honorary Society 2, 3, 4 Dramatic Society 2, 3, 4 Debate Society, Vice-President 4 Legion ol Honor 3, 4- BIEACON 1, 3, Major Staff 4 Variety Show and Play Makeup 2, 3 Cornell University BRUCE WEINTRAUB He who would really benefit mankind must reach them through his worki' l'Traub . . . College Entrance Science Senior Class Valedictorian Jewellcd Honor Pin French Club l, 2, Treasurer 3 French Honorary Society, Secretary 3, President 4 Key Club 2, 3, 4 Legion of Honor 4 Student Council 2, junior Representative Executive Council 3 Junior Council on World AH'airs 3, 4 BEACON, Major Staff 4 Tennis, Major Letter 3, 4, All-High 3 Cornell University LAWRENCE IRVING WEISKOPH The style is the man himself 'SWeeze,' . . . College Entrance Science Auditorium Monitor 4 Bowling Club 1 Booster Club 3 Homeroom Basketball 2, 3 Red Cross Representative 2 University ol Buflialo RICHARD WEISSFELD Youth is full of pleasuren '4Ricky . . . College Entrance Science Bookroom Monitor Science Club 1 Future Doctors of America 3 Bowling Club 2 Hoxneroom Basketball l, 2, 3, Captain 4 Varsity Club Homeroom Swimming Student Council 4- Tennis Team 1, 2, 3, Varsity 3, 4, All High Colgate University, Pre-Med CAROL WENDEL You have lo believe in lmppinuss College Entrance Science Lost and Found Monitor 3, 4 Hall Monitor 4 Jewelled Honor Pin Student Council 2, 3, 4 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, President 4 Inter Hi-Y Council 3, 4 Latin Honorary Society 2, 3 Gold BU University ol Buffalo ELAINE WHITTAKER Life is just a bowl of elwrriesv Babe . . . General Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4- Work LAWRENCE WILLIAMS I will he the pattern of all patience' Larry . . . College Entrance Seienee Rillc Club l Work WENDY MARALEE WILLIAMS She that is ever fair is never proudv Fine Arts BEACON Homerooni Manager 1 Office Monitor 1 Hall hionitor 4 Hebrew Club l. 2, fl Science Club 1, 2 Future Teachers of America 1 BEACON Advertising Staffl University of Buffalo, Art Education CINDY WOODRUFF The peace of great books befor you College Entrance Science Silver Honor Pin Future Teachers of America 4 BEACON 3, Major Staff 4 Buffalo State Teachers College SHIRLEY WORTMAN The greatest pleasure oj life is lovel' HShir1H . . . College Entrance Science Science Club 1, 2, 3 Hebrew Club 2, 3, 4 BEACON Work 1 Variety Show 3 University of Buffalo JOAN E. YOUNG A good heart is better than all the heads in the zvorldu College Entrance Science Gold Honor Pin English Honorary Society 2 Booster Club 3 Senior Girls Hi-Y 3, 4 Student Council 3, 4 BEACON, Girls Sports 3 Gold MBU University of Buffalo, Business Administration MICHAEL ZACKHEIM Every man has his fault, nnzl honesty is hisn Miken . . . College Entrance Science Photography Club 1 Science Club 1, 4 Track Club 4 Homeroom Basketball 4 Junior Red Cross Representative 3 BEACON Homeroom Manager 3 University of Buffalo, Arts and Sciences ELISABETH ANN ZEARFOSS Happiness consists in the attainment of our desires Betty , . , . College Entrance Science Bronze Service Pin 2 Silver Service Pin 3 Dramatic Society ll, Vice-President 4 Alpha Omega Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Booster Club 3 Variety Show 2, 3, 4 Play 3 Orchestra 1, 2 Baud 2 Chorus 3 College MARSHALL ZELDIS Think no more, laugh and be jolly Miken . . . College Entrance Engineering Bronze Honor Pin Track Club 1, 2 Math Club 3 Debate Society 3 BEACON Staff 4 Cross Country Team 1, 2 Track Team 1, 2 Homeroom Basketball 2, 3, 4 hiichigan State University SUZANNE 1. ZIBURSKE I have malle a great discovery. What I love belongs to me K'Sue . . . College Entrance Language Gold Honor Pin Spanish Club 3, 4 English Honorary Society 2 French Honorary Society 3, 4 Senior Girls Hi-Y 4 Drill Team 3, 4 BEACON Homi-room lvianager 1 BEACON Work 3 Houghton College BEVERLY SUE ZIRIN There is nothing half so sweet in life as Iove's young dreams Bev . . . General Art Bronze Service Pin Bronze Honor Pin French Club 1, 2, 3 Honorary Society of English and Literature 3 Girls Civil Defense Club 3 Guidance Office Monitor 4 BEACON Sophomore Column 2 University of Buffalo, Secretarial Course SE ICR Two seniors, strolling down a Bennett corridor, spotted a glittering object under a uKeep Bennett Clean sign. One of them stopped and picked up a charm brace- let. Examining it closely, they found very unusual charms. Each of them seemed to be intertwined with their lives. A history book, dangling from the gilt chain made them realize that history repeats itself. Seward's Folly-Cheerleader's efforts Depression of 1929-Senior boys on Sunday morning Good Neighbor Policy-Bennett's relationship with Kensington Child Labor-Senior English Classes Department of Health, Education, and VVelfare- S.B.L.P. Declaration of the Rights of Man-Seniors leaving the auditorium first The next charm our wide-eyed seniors came upon was a jeweled gavel. A gavel ordinarily symbolizes order, but one would have to be naive to expect silence at a senior meeting. Are class dues really necessary? 'fYou know itll' Next our friends saw a potato sack. In their minds it symbolized the fashions of today. The 'ibattle of the sackl' is now raging between the sexes. The boys take the word 'isackn literally, shuddering as they visualize their girlfriends in burlap. On the contrary, the girls feel that the sack is stunning and a must in every closet. Look what we have here - A miniature record. This brings back memories of the afternoons seniors spent watching their favorite program, American Bandstand. Editor's Note: VVe musnlt forget to include the motto of the class of '58 f igNt'X'61' do today what you can put off until tomorrow. TE PO What have we here? Why it's a question mark! How that reminds us of our uncertain future, the question of where we'll be going to school next year, the anxiety of waiting for the final decisions from the colleges of our choice. How well Milton could have expressed our feel- ings: When I consider how my brains are spent Ere half my days in this last senior year, And that one letter which we all do fear Is still unwritten, though my mind more bent To imagine its contents and present The words I dread lest they be too severe, Doth the admission board exact marks too austere?7i I fondly ask, But the guidance counselors to augment Our confidence, soon reply, f'They do not want Only students' marks or scores. VVho best Take part in clubs, they also count. Activities Mean much: Thousands of applications Are received oefr land and ocean ev'ry day They do not serve who only sit and wait. Another charm which we soon discovered was a not so slightly dented car which immediately reminded us of our cruising days in Driver Ed. Neutral-We have to start somewhere ParkfHow? Drive-Who me? Low-Marks Reversee-Look out for that tree! After a term of the hows and whys of driving, seniors receive the ultimate-A BLUE CARD. What's the sense of harassing the Driver Ed teachers and trying to learn how to drive? After one learns this fine art, he is late for school every morning. The reason -4 He can't find a parking space. . On further examining the bracelet, we discover a tiny diploma. A diploma - the ultimate attainment toward which every senior strives. As we hold it before us, we think of the words of an old standard: Thanks for the memory Of Geometry and Trig And all the other subjects That we could never really dig The teachers that we had here Our assembly seats in the rear How lovely they were. Thanks for the memory Of sunny afternoons Spent in dark classrooms In each cheerful day Report cards brought dismay How lovely they were. Many,s the time that we'd fast VVhen the Bennett Speciali' set us aghast But 'twas usually a good repast. We always had fun With no harm done How lovely it was And strictly ingenue Bennett we'll never forget you And all those little traits That only we students knew Thanks for the memory. Our friends spied a miniature lock with some numer- als engraved on the back. They experimented and found these digits to be the combination. The lock really opened! As the lock clicked open, it immediately re- minded them of their own untidy lockers. The following are some of the contents of a typical senior's locker. In our search we found, among other things: wrinkled gym shorts, dirty sneakers, the latest issue of MAD, two classic comic books, a dog-eared book entitled, S'Regents Ques- tions and Answers in American History , a pair of torn sweat socks, a picture of Elvis, three pencils, a bottle of ink, a half-used roll of tape, not to speak of the numerous papers scattered about, and of course a sparkling clean Senior Beanie. Books? Well, there were a few buried under the more important items. A glass slipper, bearing a close resemblance to Cinder- ella's, attracts their attention. This signifies the most important event in a seniorls social life - the Senior Prom. Girls in fancy dress and boys in their monkey suitsn all add to the glamour of our last Bennett dance. The last charm noticed is a handclasp. Invariably, this symbol makes us remember the numerous friend- ships we have formed during the last four years. Many of these people we will not see again for many years, but they have left a mark on our personalities and we will always carry a part of them with us. Before we leave And say good-bye, We give recognition To the camera-shyi' Blake, Robert Doettrel, Gerald Dolan, Kevin Grabenstatter, Charles Haeick, David Hall, Dorothy Herritage, John Marsch, John McBride, Gail Morris, Mark Simpson, Anthony Sirface, james Volkner, Margaret DONE MOST FOR BENNETT Trudy Holzka Phil Ablove Dianne Murray Sandy Greenberg Carol Sheinberg Colin Smith FRIENDLIEST Ellen Hedger Barry Feinblatt Pat Lodico .Ioan Reifer Sandy Hoffman MOST ALL AROUND Trudy Holzka .Ioan Reifer Dave Rynne 'Indy Selby Bruce IN'eint1'aub MOST APPEAL Shirley Gandel Dick Adams Anita Seeberg Gary Lichtman Karen Simpson George Seay MOST BRILLIANT L Joanna Ferber Richard Doeblin Barbara Garson Michael Meyer June Kreinheder Bruce XN'eintraub W. '55 Sandy Greenberg Sandy Greenberg SE IOR BEST ATHLETE .Ioyce Duquin Doris Hahn Mina Hough BEST Linda Arnold Pat Lodico June Umansky Paul Emerick Paul Hennessey David Rynne DANGER Gary Lichtman Gerry Lippes Joe Muffeletto BEST DRESSED Marian Dankner june Kreinheder Geraldine Lippes BEST .Ianet Hauser Hynda Jacobson Anita Seeberg Paul Fox Gary Lichtman Gerry Lippes LINE Jerry Buchman Bob Ghittenden jimmy Goldstein BEST LOOKING Linda Alexander Dick Adams Doreen Guyette Ruth Rosenthal Paul Fox Gary Liehtman , fi' if L , X M ,X an , Q K- I ' . . IK I ll ' fs ' 9 0 ' 4 ,firm ,Q i T We ,,'XAnff M mea cduxfm f S' i Qi hal? 'ill 1'1'ff,g'5 ' BIGGEST FAKER-OUTER N llen Hedger Sandy Katz ue Roseno Jimmy Sachs ris Segal Russel Service BIGGEST EATER Iudy Bargman Neil Bedell ose Marchese Phil Goldstein udy Selby Sandy Hoffman I BIGGEST WHEEL Trudy Holzka Sandy Greenberg Dianne Murray Sandy Hoffman Carol Sheinberg Ernie Shosho GRAZIEST DRIVER Carol Hutton Ronny F elman at Schillo Bob Gurn ev Zirin Jimmy Vizzi GUTEST COUPLE Trudy Holzka and Bob Gurn June Kreinheder and Dave Rynne Sue Roseno and Sandy Greenberg MOST HUMOROUS Linda Arnold Sandy Hoffman Cookie Obstein Dave Lewitzsky Sue Roseno Michael Meyer MOST LIKELY TO SUGCEED June Kreinheder Barry Feinblatt June Saunders Sandy Greenberg Carol Sheinberg Bruce INeintraub MOST POPULAR Dianne Murray Barry Feinblatt Judy Selby Sandy Greenberg Carol Sheinberg Ernie Shosho MOST TALENTED Sinette Johnson Nick Franco Pat Lodico Bob Kroll june Saunders Larry Levite MOST TALKATIVE Betty Halt Sandy Hoffman Ellen Hedger Jimmy Sachs Sue Roseno Arnold Vasbinder l. l 1 2 l r fa' rea-1-vwf lgw L r.1a L 'rlre A L fr i I i a il f I Y I gflfN...f N. 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We hope to reach Bennetonius tonight, but if we CANT, WELL we'll get there tomorrow. We're landing in a DESSERT. Let's go guys, off your rocket. We're among that class of creatures known as juniors. Time for chemistry . . . Please take your seats. Fas- ten seatbelts, too. NOTES: T16j3 tTypical juniorj OCCURRENCE: meandering through the cor- ridors at Bennett, sitting very stiflly in room' 2205 hiking up Mercer Street past the sta- dium. PREPARATION: Qfor schoolj: drag from bed at 7:30, administer 1 piece of toast and wash down with gulp of orange juice, place on 8:15 bus. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: 1. distinguishing black lines under eyes ffrom TV, not studyj 2. armload of books, seven deep 3. slightly heavier than sophomore 4. has again fallen into blueslip category 5. slightly tired in school CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: 1. supports combustion fin 2nd floor fur- nace after lunchj 2. burns up easily after tests 3. extremely active 4-. reacts with math teacher causing con- fusion. USES: 1. to take College Boards 2. girls provide excellent dates for seniors 3. to supply next yearls club officers 4. in the manufacture of homework papers TEST FOR A JUNIORITE: Take Don Ais personality and add Bonnie Pls looks, a test tube of Sheila Bis brains and a pinch of Cindy I-I's blush. Shake well and add Talbot Fis athletic ability. If it creates a huge explosion, a Juniorite is present. And while on the subject of chemistry, let's peek into the lab at ...... The Last Junior Seated one day in my chem lab, I was restless and ill at ease And my fingers wandered idly Among the chemistries. I know not what I was doing, Or what I was thinking then, But I set a match to a test tube And never was heard from again! Then over the P. A. system comes the flashing sound of . . . :iYour Electronic News . . . Bleep! BENNETONIIIS ATTACKED BY TROOPS FROM KENSINGTUNE . . . SKILLFUL MANEUVERS AND FINE DEFENSE BRING THE FIGHTING KITTENS OUT VICTORIOUS i'Next news at any momenti' As we STROLL into math class with our homework formulas for launching simple satellites clutched in our hands, we overhear the following: math class via TV Susan Getman + Frances Celniker X Judy Clark, : V. P. Girl s Treas. Sec y GIRLS! OFFICERS Donald Alexander A Steve Gosch - NO Corfu tion President ' Boyls Treas. - P Our classes in advanced health are sooo exciting! Something every sophomore eagerly anticipates and every senior looks back on with lingering glances . . . Every junior, in order to pass, Must be roped in To an intriguing health class. Three days a week, From September to June, That monotonous health book Is read through and through. just before tests we cram merely for marks, The Mr. Heis' famous quotation C'fLead us not into temptationnj Leaves us in the dark. To the many health teachers: herels to your wealth. To the next junior Class: here's to your Health! HEALTH LECTURE: Todayls discussion concerns the newest problem faced by science: I have a friend who has just discovered a new cure. Unfortunately, it is quite useless, since, at the present time, scientists are searching feverishly for diseases to employ the millions of new cures which are plaguing our universe. In fact, the situation has become SO acute, that a special commission has been set up by the Inter- planetary Nations known as the Universal Commission for the Discovery of New Diseases QUCDNDj.Cyawnl This predicament has been getting out of hand, and any suggestion you have for its relief should be dropped in the suggestion box in the front hall .... Take out your notebooks for present diseases . . . Photo Lembeckia-from overdose of pictures A-Choochronismafrom cheering at too many foot- ball games in the rain! Hi y-all orism-consult Frances F. Bleep! Attention all sufferers of history: pity the poor student of the future, who will have that much more history to learn . . . Of course our tour would never be complete without a peek at our English classes fthat ancient, dead lan- guage once used for communication by Earthlingsl. A famous tragedy is still being taught, that is, the tragic lot of a junior. If it were done, when ,tis through, then ,twere well It were through quickly. If the marks Could trammel up the report card, and catch, With good humor, good grades 5 that but this year Might be the beginning and ending of school, But here, upon this boring school-day, only Clubs relieve my misery. But in these classes We still have everyday, that we but give Wrong answers, which, being wrong, return To plague the student. These even-handed teachers Are here in double duty, First, as they are our enemies, required To make us fail, then as adults, who Should indeed protect us, not dispense blue slips. Besides, this class hath been so dull, My marks have been so low, that I Now hate this hour. And despair, Like a tiring day at school, Hath given Me the blues. Will this year never end? I have no power to waken up my brains, But only being a sad junior, who has Only to sit and wait for the same- another year. OUTSIDE READING IS STILL A DEMAND! ' ' The Well Read junior cc Wuthering Heights - fourth floor French class Giants in the Earth -basketball team Cheaper by the Dozen - homework papers '4The Robe - chemistry aprons 'fWhat Every Woman Knows - Mr. I-Ieis' health class Les Miserables - Latin 3 f'Moby Dick - swimming team Our Hearts Were Young and Gayi' - snow storm - no school! Belles on Their Toesw - phys. ed. classes ac :L BOINC! The hour of twelve . . . we may as well join the rampage up to the dining room. Please wipe your feet before stepping on the carpet. The absent- minded ones begin their feverish search for an ambula- tory pass tfor those averse to common elevator rid- ingj. Greeted at the cafeteria doors by a barrage of ginger ale music which American Bandbox is playing on the wall-to-wall T.V., you Hnd eating becomes more difficult. VVaiting in line at the water fountain with your box of assorted lunch pills proves quite a task unless your brain will charge suH?1ciently to allow for telepathic study- mg. Half the junior class now files out of the school W- The SPECIAL has now been extended to juniors Cseniors all leavelj It has become very popular. The remainder of our crew gallops into biology for another rousing session of study papers, notes, notes, notes. . . notes. Careful observation shows that there are really only three juniors Coh-we mean two, for one head is merely shrunken for rather ghastly experimentsj. The first junior is quite bony and emaciated, and upon entering he quietly hooks himself up in his little glass cupboard. The other is none other than FILBERT IUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS STURDLEY, that famous Junior of Bennettonius, who bears only a slight resemblance to his young sophomore classmates. There he is now! Good morning class, said the pleasantly smiling teacher. Oh brother, I thought, 'fone more of these horrible biology classes, and . . . What's he saying? Weire going to dissect a junior to see what makes him tick? But really, sir, I didnit volunteer! Why don't you choose someone else? Oh, I see 5 I, Fil Sturdley, am the the most typical junior in the whole class. Well Iim really flattered! Oh, you want to get started? Have I ever felt something sharp on my brain? Only the time Miss Dinsmore tapped me on the head with a window pole! You say you found all these stones in my head? Well, that,s typical, isn,t it? What's this? My heart is made out of metal? Gold?!! Well, whatis so odd about that? Who ever heard of a junior who didn't have a heart of gold? Wait, whatis that noise? It sounds like hailstones! marbles!! Help, I've lost my marbles! NVon,t someone please help me pick them up? Wait sir, don't leave me in this condition! You're never coming back? You're quitting your job and taking your skeletons along? When Junior Bennettonians from Bennett graduate fThis may be several years from now, it's really hard to statej, The diseases 'round our city had surely better go, For the scientist of Bennett is any germis true foe. Infections which our elders now regard with quaking fear- To us they'll be mere stepping stones for conquest year by year, And when weive cured all people here of ills both old and new- VVe,ll go to Mars and all the stars and work their problems too. D. Alexander CPresidentJ, S. Get- man CVice-Presidentj, J. Clarke fSecretaryD, F. Celniker CGirls! Treasurerj, S. Gosch tBoys' Treas- urerj. F Row I: Barber, M. Cole, Clarke, Anderson, S. Okun, Carlin, S. Edelman, R. Blin- koff N. Becker M. Cantwell. Row II: S. Cohen P. Franklin L. Deekert C. Brunfer J 3 5 3 7 7 5 9 Becker, P. Cohen, Bateman, C. Maxwell, V. Ashley, P. Bveriek, S. Ashton. Row III: B. White, DesCamp, F. Celniker, McKnight, C. Carey, L. Bargman, S. Collenberg, B WHll1'FS, S. Bob, C. Aeker. Row IV: Burns, K. Atwell, S. Berlin, M. Bonnin, S. Bernard J. Bernard, A. Bilsky, S. Sylvis, Wfalter, B. Cohn. Row I: Blinkofl, L. Cohen, M. Cohen, S. Bargman, T. Beekman, Chiekos, M. Packard, G. Dankner, N. Hoffman, G. Bergman. Row II: M. Brady, M. Blatt, S. Maisel, G. Dalgleish C. Meyer, E. Klein, H. Lehman, Carrel, T. Humphrey, R. Leung, D. Clark. Row III: M Goodman, H. Bronke, P. Berzon, D. Evans, E. Cohen, D. Canteen, R. Bronstein, N. Bellanca, L, Wirt, D. Rodems. Row IV: D. Craw, Maher, R. Lenz, R. Patterson, D. Alexander R. Breeker, M. Bendes, P. Cherulnik. 75 5 9 Row I: L. Harris, A. Erenstoft, R. Doekery, J. Kuruez, A. Ladis, G. Dutton, M. Shulgasser, G. Lewis, R. Judelsohn, A. Gerstel. Row II: A. Gambacorta, R. Ernewein, D. Kovel, R. Gold- stein, Rl. Neilsen, B. Byrnes, G. Krystaff, M. Granatt, P. Kraus, P. Kushner, S. Iachini Row III: D. Lehmbeck, T. Dernbach, R. Eyre, B. Fradin, A. Gralen, T. Burton, B. Gray, E. Eeonomou, J. Gallivan, E. Vodak. Row IV: M. Lindner, L. Harris, J. Haldane, B. Ianna- econe, li. Davis, C. Rudley, B. Ertle, T. Homburger, W. Jefferson, Fersch. Row V: D. DiPirro, VV. Field, D. Ingalsbe. Row I: C. Kaufman, D. Ingraham, W. Hoffman, J. Gafter, L. Fried, P. Hoffman, H. Hor- witz, I. Irwin, G. McGallister, G. Smith. Row II: P. Gregg, R. Eckert, C. Golembeck, P. Fields, S. Fridmann, P. Herring, B. Lewis, P. Flanigan, G. Flood, C. Barbara, B. Schlitzer. Row III: B. Alger, P. McClain, E. Kaiser, R. Konikoff, D. Hornung, V. Kent, S. Gordon, E. Kaisey, M. Jaffet, J. Grieco. Row IV: E. Meiser, L. Gath, B. Sherman, D. Kilmer, B. Simon, B, Kaprow, E. Schwartz, S. Flanders, E. Kibe. 76 Row I: L. Herman, J. Getsler, R. Leska, B. Gross, Greene, M. Miller, D. Klein, L. Levite, J. Glasser, S. Kornmehl. Row II: T. Luchey, P. Krueger, K. Harrington, N. Kaiser, Grant M. Luther, M. Krikorian, E. Korman, D. Miner, M. Smith, G. Goldman. Row III: M. Mar- tin, D. Lettman, S. Bratton, G. Moss, S. Freedman, A. Mayberger, M. Farish, M. Kravitz, L. O'Gonnor, A. Mapes, P. Knopf. Row IV: Milliron. A. Blassingame, M. Lorbeer, P. Mil- liron, S. Levy, P. Grams, G. Tngalsbc, G. lXTitchell, XV. Simmons. Row I: R. Perlmuter, D. Palermo, A. Burnett, T. Robinson, R. Soched, E. Davis, F. Ralabate, P. Hughes, Hughes, H. Platt. Row II: R. Raymond, P. Hamilton, W. Flett, M. Schaefer, R. Garrett, D. Powell, S. Sperer, G. Fennie, Franklin, S. Edgerton, G. Roth. Row III: L. Dwoskin, B. Harper, H. Poole, D. Korzelius, P. Sinclair, R. Phinney, W. Knittel, G. Ziegler, A. Pritchard, B. Schrutt, S. Shire. Row IV: N. Schreiber, P. Rieth, W. Savage, H. Noble, T. Shay, T. Smith, VV. Potter, S. Gosch, Sellers, D. Castro, D. Strach. 77 Row I: L. Marzello, C. Weinberg, N. Schultz, Starks, N. Zidel, G. Zulawski, S. Stekloff T. Patricola, B. Grood, J. Mangione. Row II: C. Grundman, Frank Kempf, K. Miller, M VValz, F. Simpkins, J. Nitterauer, M. Levinson, R. Malone, D. Williams, R. Naples, B. Nis- berg. Row III: D. Miller, P. McDougal, G. Wooster, P. Young, Richardson, K. Ostberg T. O'B1'ien, Scibetta, Greenberg, M. Wfittlin. Row IV: Thier, R. Yost, D. Wilson, R Frederick, G. Zilliox, P. Kushner, N. Haggerty, J. Zackheim, E. Walch, B. Zanghi. Row V D. Lee, B. Talbot, J. Fisher, J. Gustafson, R. Wald, Lewis, L. Wilcox. Row I: R. Price, K. O,Neill, Pleskin, K. Raymond, E. Frey, C. Steinberg, V. Williams, E Papadopoulos, P. Slauchter, M. Pringle. Row II: P. Patterson, J. Perl, B. Selikoff, J. Sny- der, Nesper, R. Scheitinger, S. Schillo, B. Pavel, R. Stein, P. Treger, M. Sanders Row III: Pezzino E. Prentice, Terragnoli, Nadolinski, L. Landsman, Podd, B Figini, S. Abbott, K. Restorff, M. Pace. Row IV: P. Shaw, M. Tober, B. Scheffer, Parks M. Ploom, S. Munn, Ranov. 78 lA4nwm Row I: S. Weinstein A. Wfeiss, E. Weintraub, B. Wall, S. Elkin, B. Tzetzo, C. YVilken, Zent, B. Wiener, E. Weisman. Row II: Farber, G. Eckhardt, Wlilliams, Matzinger, L. Weiss, M. Vieaux, E. Tulett, S. Dessert, B. Winer, Wright, B. Nolan. Row III: F. Williams, G. Dockery, P. Shaver, L. Wolf, E. Weinberg, G. Dougherty, I. Weinberg, D. Weber, M. Webb, M. Matzinger M. McCall, B. Williamson. Row IV: P. Eubanks, A. Wit- mer, D. Weinstein, D. Wells, E. Wolfson, A. Walker, M. Dockery, C. Dusch, M. Venneman, J. Zakalik, Engel Row I: I. Rosen, Gartenuto, S. Schneider, V. Markel, D. Rosenberg, B. Sandler, S. Ridge- way, Silverstein, Jacobson, B. Hoffman. Row II: B. Schneider, D. Levis, R. Morey, A. Himmele, G. Hinds, P. Bruce, B. Moss, F. Sweda, G. Graddock, G. Schiff, G. Hall. Row III. F. Guadagnino, F. Fowler, M. Schick, F. Liebler, A. Milville, P. Pearlson, E. Miller, S. Get- man, M. Schaefer, A. McGovern, M. Grile. Row IV: B. Gustafson, S. Swift, Gray, S Hett, Currie, S. Heusler, Guardalibene, Rollins, Marr. Row V: H. Sarikas, S. McCurdy, L. Merz, Harsen, R. Schneider,V. Runfola. 79 SOPHO CRES Wle are Sophomore Soph-nick Explorers about to be launched into our unior year at Bennett High School. As we sit strapped in our launching chairs, we re- member and hear the tense and firm i countdown - over B.B.S. 10 Months - The term is just beginning and we have 10 long hard working months ahead. Outside school we hear all the kids tossing out their predictions of the coming year. PREDICTIONS This year Ilm giving up boysf' Said by Sophomore girls. 5 I donit think I'll get as high an average this year as last. A Harvey Tanenbaum Well, this year we're through with Shakespeare. No more 5'As You Like Itf' - Miss Harrington's classes WHAT REALLY HAPPENED fLocal Gossip Sheetj Going steady f - All Sophomore girls! CHonor Rolll Harvey 'l'anenbaum W- 99.172 C011 a sheet passed around Miss Robinson's English classes! Cost for l copy Julius Caesar by Shakespeare ff- 55.50 6 Months - Nearly half the year is through and the Sophomore Crew has been selected. Chief Squadron Leader - Sam johnson Assistant Squadron Leader f- Nancy Parker Log Book Keeper - Debra Fox Food Supply and Vitamin Pill Collectors - Hanley Horwitz, Judy Eppers 5 Months - In honor of the first trip into space a nSoph-nick Frolic is held. Overheard among the spacemen who were having a blast were praises for: The Jivin 'Iitterbugs The Charleston Kids 'l'he Cool Crooners The Brains and lirawn Hanley's Comets QGet a .Iobj because ol' their great work in Sophomore lianclstandf' 4 Months - In order to insure a successful flight we observe vari- ous weather conditions using our many weather instru- ments: A Wlaterspout Qone who spouts informationlglloslyn Goldman A Low Ca short usophnickwj-Butch Singer A High fsomeone extremely tallj-Ronald Krauss A Wann Front fsomeone who is very friendlyj-Betsy Hall A Hurricane fone who works with tremendous speedy- Stuart Barzman A Stationary Cone who is level-headedj - Marguerite Ross A Weathervane fone who is always in a tizzyj - Abe Blassingame An Anemometer fone who is always on the goj - Carol Perlmuter 3 Months -- Much work is being done toward hnal launching. A list of rules on board ship is posted in all HGabin Roomsf' Attention All Sophomores! ! l. Thou shalt not question any form of dissection. QYou may be asked to take a closer look.j 2. Thou shalt not attempt to understand HTale of Two Gitiesf' 3. Thou shalt use a review book to shorten History homework. 4. Thou shalt not go to history without a complete knowledge of the life and experiences of Napoleon, Hitler, and Frankie Avalon. 5. Thou shalt not enter study hall without a sufficient supply of gum, notes, and excuses zito leave the room. 6. Thou shalt not talkest during air raid even if thy back breakest from kneeling and bending. 7. Thou shalt not attend assembly unless thou art willing to sit behind seniors, juniors, and even fresh- men. 8. Along with thy supply of gum, thou shalt bring a supply of nickels to Miss Severanceis classes. 9. Thou shalt find a new lucky number for Mrs. Gabriel lower than 13. 10. Thou shalt not go to school in the morning without having full knowledge of the preceding dayas Ameri- can Bandstand telecast. 1 Month- All is made ready for the nearing trip and the follow- ing people are chosen MOST LIKELY: To Fail - Warren Harbeck To Get Blue Slips - Alfred E. Neuman, Tera Patterson To be killed by Mr. Kublitz - Doug Sirkin, Richard Goldman, Albert Wertheimer To Not Make the Team - Don Gilbert, Joe Flood To be Math Teachers - Steve Spatz, Shelly Gintzberg, Carol Smolov 2 Weeks - Books were cracked and worries begin to mount as the final check before blastoff is only one week away. These people being to write these Hnal LETTERS TO THE TEACHERS Dear Mr. Forgione, I understand you are looking for a dog with latex in its veins and arteries. I am willing to help you. Helpfully, Ya hachoot govorut patarosky or Mutnick Dear Miss Hermes, just because I lost my notebook was no reason for failing me. So long, cruel world, see that my friends get my belongings. Longingly, Douglas Baker Dear Miss Thiel, Yesterday, during class, I was not feeling well and took my eyes off the board for a few minutes. During this period I missed your complete and concise explanation of all the principles and elements of co-ordinate geom- etry. Please don't make me take the test on all co-ordinate geometry today. Hopefully, S. W. Ccosignedj Miss Thiel's Geometry Class Now all the countdowns are through and as we Soph- nick Explorers sit in our launching seats strapped in, we hear the final count: - 1 hour: - 4 secondsg - 2 seconds: --Y-BLASTGFF! And as we hurl through the air in our new JUNIOR orbit at 69,000 m.p.h. we remember ------ This little rhyme which one of our fellow SPACE stu- dents wrote thinking of this great day: We the Sophomores would like to say, We have enjoyed our two year stayg Welve worked real hard, and had a ball, Around the town we'll spin till fall. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS S. Johnson CPresidentD, N. Parker CVice-Presidentj, D. Fox CSecre- taryj, J. Eppers CGirls' Treasurerj, H. Horwitz fBoys, Treasurerj. Row I: S. Barzman, A. Blassingame, R. Goldrnan, D. Benice, D. Goodman, R. Bennett, H Garson, F. Battaglia, Birnbaum, M. Barney. Row II: D. Aquilina, M. Freedman, C. Bay- less, A. Carrol, S. Ginsberg, L. Hankin, T. Gerace, R. Bennett, R. Batt, W. Blackmon Row III: P. Gullo, Bcnaquist, D. Gilbert, Bl. Arno, lV. Harbeck, Hall, R. Arbogast S. Gorsky. Row IV.' S. Boykins, C. Austin H, YV. Anthony. Row I.' Gross, P. Aliotta, D. Bova, M. Chertoff, C. McGowan, B. Hall, B. Hendricks J. Calabrese, L. Cohen, B. Bursuck. Row II.' S. Antonioni, Hofert, P. Adler, S. Granatt Goldstein, N. Cohen, S. Gerstman, S. Brinkley, C. Chasen, S. Campanella. Row III: B Bryant, D. Hausladen, B. Benson, K. Berger, Anderson, S. Cohen, P. Hylkema, Becker M. Hill, Brown. Row IV: G. Banks, P. Hanna, E. Henderson, C. Cormack, C. Blashyi M. Brecker, V. Hampson, L. Hittleman, M. Hawkins, B. Alther, C. Carr. Row V: J. Hinds C. Chernick, Gehring, M. Berger, C. Cicarell, M. Bradley, Gardinier, L. Byers, C Brown, A. Calianno, C. George. 83 Row I: P. Epstein, A. Creson, S. Davis, E. Fagin, L. Elster, R. Dallmann, S. Dozoretz, D Sultanik. N. Dickrnan, M. Varrone. Row II: P. Trigg, Ellerstein, S. Webb, S. DuPont, M Brady, F. Farrell, P. Zorn, S. Davidoff, I. VVest, B. Dankner, C. Ellison. Row III: P. East- man, H. Cummings, S. Zolte, G. Zelin, M. DeGeorge, B. Valvo, L. Farber, M. Williams, J. Eppers, Dallas. Row IV: A. White, D. Williams, A. WVaire, C. Whitc, M. Wlhite, S Wlilliams, l. VVhite, M. Dubard, H. Van Landingham,, L. Wfashington, L. West. Row V: K DeGlopper, C. Domroes, M. Fabozzi, D. Doan, P. Wlinter, P. Dearing, C. Dundon, Van- dercher, B. VVilliams, B. Uhl, Donovan. Row I: C. Coleman, C. Johnson, H. K6I'i'l111l'I', S. Johnson, M. Dozorvtz, H. L4-ttman, A. Dwoskin, Heims, D. Wlalls, Ml. Denton. Row II: S. Kaufman, N. Blodgett, G. Cohen, B. Kicnzle, B. Horwitz H. Horwitz, Lopez, R. Kearney, D. Kuelling, R. Levin. Row III: lW. lllyzzi, B. Ertle, D. Kalish, K. Koontz, Jacobs, D. Balzer, D. Ehrlich, R. Dickman, R. Kuhn, E. Drozon. 8-l Row I: Reed, L. Scalia, N. Segal, F. Chasen, H. Brown, D. Sirkin, Bledsoe, G. Blas- toris, L. Meyers, lXfIartin. Row II: D. Sciortino, R. Rosenthal, D. Wlarman, D. Nfarrussen, Mamm, Shields, B. Arnold, D. Manch, Steul, Marion, R. Nlasters. Row III: C. Merrifield, S. Savot, A. Rizxuto, P. Chapin, L. Rossen, D. Schiller, Saseen, D. McDonald, M. Melnikou, M. McMillan. Row I: YV. Porent, V. Kinney, D. Rapp, M. Holcberg, S. Schrutt, L. lXfIoore, McKinney S. Silverman, E. McCleary, D. Grotz. Row II: C. Silberbcrg, P. Raitt, R. Ponnech, P Schneider, A. Richman, H. Loatman, S. Fields, M. Scott, M. Rich, B. Schultz, C. Car bone. Row III: M. West, Nobles, R. Pointer, S. Hickey, M. Serach, E. Smith, C. Sarles, R. Sorrelld, Rovall, S. Pudaloff. Row IV: B. Schwartz, I. Pulka, P. Roberts, M. Ross, C. Posner, M. Segal, D. Robinson, R. Schwartz, D. Schatz, A. Rynne. Row V: M. Manzella, M. Dockcry, S. Niscly, S. Scotland, L. Lewis, B. Shapley, G. Johnson, C. Schick, P. Rickler. 85 Rowl C lxolkcr B Latham S Broun P Briggs R Mandelcorn S Koelemeyer F. Klein, O. Allcn, S. Lassman, C. Lisman. Row II: C. Locw, M. Galley, I. Lawrence, Kuske, C. Ellis, S. Logan, J. Lyons, M. O'Hara, J. Kramer, C. Kulick, S. Klein. Row III: E. Manzella K. Fosbury, F. Robinson, I. Mandelcorn, L. Edwards, D. Fox, B. Brinkley, S. McGrain, S. Burnham, J. Bowling. Row IV: J. Luke, S. Kronson, N. Lank, L. Franklin, A. Litman, L. Konrad, D. Lichtman, A. Flett, S. Lorbcer J. Aibcnzio, L. Mandcll. Row V: R. Maxick, S. La Mothe, L. Lcwien, S. Lockwood, C. Frick, M. Manchester, E. lNlcDougal. Row I: E. Sultanik, D. Parkhill, D. Willig, G. lfVeintraub, F. Chascn, A. VVertl1eimer, F. Thomas, E. Stromberg, R. Wolkind, S. Wagner. Row II: M. Sultanik, K. VVall, R. Hagen, J. Uschold, W. Thomson, J. Whitelaw, A. Parker, L. Weingarten, R. Zackem, P. TrooboH. Row III: H. Tanenbaum, M. Vanacour, S. Swerdlow, L. Rossen, D. VVhite, C. Cheek, T. Schneider, A. Yasgur, M. Jainchill. Row IV: Flood, R. YVillert, F. Jones. 86 Row I: R. Cook. Niesyty, S. Galle, B. Neuman, G. Feinberg, YV. 'Walter, P. Feinstein, D. Fineberg, B. Milch, B. Nix. Row II: E. Hankin, Dcisch, S. Cohen, A. Cooper, J Golding, R. Niscngard, D. Fox, R. Gibbs, H. Newman, D. DeStephen. Row III: D. Grant, L. Commendatorc, L. Nadle, L. Digiulio, D. Gallahue, T. Fiorella, B. Moran, E. Blanks R. Dollman, A. Nfintz. Row I: D. Straining, Stiller, P. Minnich, S. Smolev, N. Parker, R. Picri, G. Tropea, L Travis, RI. Tabonc, C. Newman. Row II: B. Smith, K. Nearhood, M. Nissenson, D. Plant, J. Sinatra, Stocker, S. Fenston, L. Miller, L. Stroman, H. Smallen, C. Schmidt, Stasin- ski. Row III: Peterson, T. Patterson, 34. Messina, Panaro, G. Miller, B. Ravins, L Miller, D. Moslow, S. O7Neil, P. O'Hara, A. Toy, G. Steinhauser. Row IV: S. Miller, L. Myree, P. Schuler, L. Mitchell, Tona, B. hlurphy, P. Stevens, N. Mittelsteadt, S. Tobbe, B. hlesches. Row V: C. Perlmuter, B. Merkling, S. Nordhoff, lwesch, S. Podolin, P. Mueller. 87 Row I: R. Wciinberg, R. Alt, B. Goldstein, B. Maxwell, E. Goodman, Murphy, M. Adel hi. Richardson, Harris, C. Jacobs. Row II: D. Manuel, B. Kabel, G. Haber, L. Wright M. Kramer, D. Gritman, S. Krull, N. Coleman, M. Turley, M. Pfclferman, A. Sternberg R. Haber. Row III: Herbert, L. Bennett, C. Grotz, H. Polakoff, C. Goldstein, P. Yavno XV. VVolfson, E. Martin, VV. Jacobson, C. Kalnitz, P. Friedland, P. Joglan. Row IV: E. Gaf- fin, S. Fruit, A. McClaney, B. Harding, E. Hwoschinsky, S. Fiske, P. Ryan, A. Wlisbaum S. Wlilson, C. Gerlach. Rane V: Terrell, T. Lewis, C. Blassingame. Row I: Easton, C. Presant, P. Scholl, Rubin, F. Chasen, T. VVallsten, A. Prentiss, Paull R. Puckett R. Sinoter. Row 1I.' Oderkirk D. Rebman D. Bowden T. Schneider J. Ahlstrom, B. Litvak, P. Pieri, A. Lazar, A. Parker, Di Vincenzo, Korman. Row III. T. Robinson, Reed, A. Klein, A. Covington, YV. Hope, M. Chico, R. Rettke, L. Singer, S. Schaffer Clark. Row IV: A. Gugino Newton, Parlato, H. Gresham, D. Clark, R. Potter, B. Harris, A. Pegnia, S. Coe, W. Strickland, R. Evans, R. Ebnet. Row V: S. Sciandra, D. Pedone, Shavers, K. Matasar, F. Jones, F. Mayer, S. Spatz, D. Orsolits, R Perkins, P. Oversmith. 88 7 FRESHM N Our blast-off here was fearsome though grand, As upperclassmen took the upperhand. A confusing maze of People, Rooms, And Halls was ours to start, But as the faces warmed, we found That each encased a glowing heart. Now we feel we have attained A place in Bennett High, We truly hope to hold this place As these four years fly by. UNDER ELCEE'S SPACEHELMET The F reshmen's main topic of conversation seems to be other Freshmen! Here's what they've been saying to and about each other: HRumor has it you've found a new love. Not serious are you, Alan? . . . Maybe you ought to try out for cheerleading this season, Sylvia . . . The girl next door, Dale? . . . What's happening to 'gold faithfulw, Sandy? Has he finally stopped spouting? . . . Hey, Ed. how's Fran? . . . Is Fern W. trading the orange and blue for the purple and gold? . . . We wonder if Jeff S. is doing the same thing . . . Well, Gail, which will it be? Blonde or brunette? . . . Toby P. doesnit have far to look for an ardent admirer. He should try his classes. . . Howlre things with Chris, Ginny? . . . Little girl for a little boy, huh, Pete? . . . Taking a college entrance music course, Noreen?. . . Still D., Dixie? . . . A certain B. R. was awfully disappointed when they nixed the idea of an exchange student from Forest Hill . . . Aren't the girls at Bennett good enough for you, Dicky? Theyire not so bad! Just ask Chris or Moose. . . Is Brenda C. trading a sophomore for a Freshman? . . . Whatis with Ann, Dick? . . . A little tall for you, isn't he, Sherry? . . . How are things in Trans-Irania, Igor? . . . Why has Bev L. been humming 'gCan't Wlait For Summer lately? . . . In polling the Freshmen on their favorite songs, Elcee has found these novelty tunes in top positions: 4: Smoke Gets in Your Eyesw- Bennett lavatories '6Honeycomb,' -your hair someplace else nIf You Don't Knowl' -copy from the boy in front of you 'iYou Send Mel' -to the office nI'll Come Running Back to Youu -after class 'gjohnnyls Dreaml'-no homework At the Hopi' -Freshman Frolic You'll Never Never Known - the solution to the Algebra problem 4'Who's Sorry Now?-that you didn't study for the test Hjust Walking in the Rain' -the busses werenit run- ning 'SUh Huh Mmi' - no way to answer your teacher '4The Story of My Lifew -is written on blue slips College Man -in four years HOh Boy - no school tomorrow Miss Me Just a Littlen - I was expelled Breathless,, -four floors between classes uWake Up Little Suzien-your study's over HDinner With Dracu - must the lunchroom monitors stand so close? HMaybe,' -we'll be Sophomores next year Elcee, ever in the pursuit of gossip, now takes the role of enquiring reporter to discover the ambitions of the Freshmen. They want to be: S P A C E T R A V E L L E R S.. scientists-Jim H., Larry P., Gerry C., Jan L., Elsie D., Sam A., Richard M., Jeff S., Robert C. politicians QS.C.j -Gail L., Elaine T., Karen H., Wendy P., Pat A., Quinnette W., Dale C., Paul F., Nancy H., Carol D., Chris G., - artists- Dale C., Rich M., Jerry G., Diane S., - Canadian correspondents- Beth R., Sheila G., Debby B., Lucia L., Carol D. extravagant-Carol Z., Sylvia L., Polly R. -tall-Wendy P., Gail K., Jerry G., John W., Barb L., Richard M., Shellie R. -rich-Phil S., Harold D., Richard T. -athletes-Ed F., Gary C., Phil S., Sam M., Billy M., Jim N., Gary S. -VIP-Mary Ellen S., Diane S., Mary S., San- dra M. entertainers-Sandy W., Gail K., Sylvia L., Polly R., Wende P., Paul F., Jeff S., Brian S., Janet K., Fern F. lovers- Sherry S. and Bruce R., Ginny C. and Chris G., Ann E. and Dick, Brenda C. and John H., Ed. F. and Fran. lawyers-Bob F., Gary S., Dieky P. editors-Pat K., Nancy J., Carol D., Bob F., Paul F., Gail K., Don S. - respectable-Fern W., Judy B., Carol L., Sandra H., Linda scholars -Jim H., Marian K., Gerry C., Don S., Marcia K., Art P., Sam A., Lynda R., Carole B., Barb L., Paul F., Karen H., Judy I., Essie A., Sandy M., Elaine P., Cynthia R. Bleepl And here is your better dress motto for today: A new campaign has come our way No longer we're a mess, Now Bennett rightly starts each day We're on to BETTER DRESS. fwho wears short shorts?j MIDNITE MEDITATION S If in the line of duty You must give an assignment, Must it be so diHicult And cause such long coninement? Those long-term projects you think up, I s'pose you like them, too. They may be nice to look at, But they're not much fun to do. We realize the job you have Is not what we'd call breezy. YVhy make it harder on yourselves? Correcting isn't easy. Homework is needed, to a point, On this, agreed, we are. But is it really necessary To carry it so far?? As well as being a columnist, our friend Elcee is also a world traveller. Every year she spends some time abroad. Here she recounts one of her many experiences: I spent this last SOMMER with my old friend, the KAYSER, a HARDY, good - HARTed fellow with plenty of MOONEY, at his CASTLE in a GOLDBERG in a FREELAND. We were awakened early in the morn- ings by the crowing of the WOOSTER and the sounds of GLASERS, BARBERS, CARVERS, TAYLORS, LERNERS, SELLERS, and others MILLing about in the courtyard. While HUNTing for SNIPES, RINOS, FOXes, and WOLFFES beneath the OAKES in the GREEN FOREST in the GLENN on the grounds in the COLE morning air, I heard ROBBINS CARROLL- ing and saw a PURDY PEACOCK. When there was no SUNSHINE and the RAINES came, I often spent TIMIN BOWLING with the PRINCE in his CHAN- TEAU on a HILL near the palace. To the WRIGHT of the building is an orchard where LEMINS, PLUMBS, and strawBERRYs grow. Sometimes I drove about in a PACKARD, a NAISH, or an AUSTIN Healy. My chauffeur was an OLDMAN who had been a SAVAGE and a prisoner, but is now a FRIEDMAN. He always wore a KAP. The COOK, the BAKER, and THIER HELPERS prepared ROTHENBERGERS, FISH, KATZENBURGERS, SPRINGERS, and SCHNEGG- ENBURGERS for our meals. These people really have a PASCHEN for BERGERS. When we were DUNN eating dinner myself, my host, his wife, ANDERSON usually drank SHERRY from CRYSTALL glasses in the GREENWALD DENN. GOSCHl I almost forgot to tell you about the gift he gave me when I left, a GOLD- MAN in the shape of a BURDMAN. AGEE, I wish I were still there now. STOP - LOOK - READ In looking for an appropriate subject for discussion herein, the editors of this column found one in particu- lar which seems to merit attention. Of all subjects against which Freshmen have lodged complaints, this one has received the most. What is it? You guessed it. HOME- WIORKI!!! We think we've had a happy year, And now that we're acquainted, The rest will be eien better ones With happy faces painted. Now when we say good-bye to you We really mean adieu, 'Cause we'll be back again next year And hope you'll be here, too! Row I: S. Wales, P. Rubenstein, S. Glaser, D. Welch, S. Weirich, M. Tweedie, M. Wey- mouth, C. Theiss, M. Theiss, Q. Westbrook. Row II: A. Weigand, D. Ziemer, J. Vastola, E. Tober, S. Goldman, R. Weinstein, K. Miller, M. Goldberg, B. Gesegnet, J. Walk, P. West, Row III: B. Turano, M. Mitchell, C. Sanders, D. Wecksler, D. Terry, B. Grabenstatter, S. Yax, S. Rothenberger, D. Ware, Staton, L. Ruff. Row IV: M. Ziemecki, C. Romano, C Rodriguez, P. Trell, A. Williams, B. Cook, E. Smith, R. Miller, B. Williams, R. Rubin, Row V: R. Zamrock, D. Ruhland, E. Volgenau, C. Green, D. Gary, K. Semenick, E. Vrick, V. Staton, F. Taylor. Row I: C. Jones, T. Jacobson, S. Hart, P. Kehr, S. Hilborn, J. Imhof, S. Hayslip, B. Leuth- ner, P. Jones G. Kashin. Row II: C. Hunt, B. Gregory, B. Landy, L. Lerner, R. Gumins, M Krantz, Lerch, C. Lewis S. Levite, Hellriegel. Row III: Kemp, B. Kap, K. Grunwald L. Hughes, K. Hickey, D. Hill, R. Graves, P. Hoard, C. Lee, Leman. Row IV: L. Jack- son, L. Kimbale, A. Kashuda, V. Hellman, D. Lopez, Kayser, D. James, E. Jackc, M. Hel- wig, E. Laspesa. Row V: S. Keefe, M. Kretschmer, Kellner, B. Koch, C. Kuch, M Jakubczak, N. Johnston. Row I: C. Chertock, P. Citron, R, Guyettc, D. Carter, G. Cohen, Glaser, P. Burdman, Gallagher, D. Boje, A. Cook. Row II: Hargrave, D. Peacock, P. Basile, WV. Agee, S. Alessi, C. Gosch, S. Bcdell, Postell, D. Cantor, R. Carver, R. Sist. Row III: H. Cooper, S. Blatt. N. Campagna, R. Gehring, D. Fincher, W. Blanks, J. Hedgee, R. Brinkworth, D. Crocker, C. Campbell, W. Clack, G. Cohn. Row IV: D. Alessi, J. Brinkworth, R. Baker, J. Barber, J. Castro, R. Austin, R. Atkinson, K. Byrnes, D. Chodorow, B. Hamilton, M. Harris, Haggerty. 92 Row I: M. Musen, R. Krauth, P. Haehten, G. Simpkins, bl. Rosenfeld, Karn, R. Mant'l1 V. Patrieola, R. Meyer, Liebergall. Row II: Wl. Mitchell, B. Rosen, D. Packard, J Nathan, R. Kolb, M. Messler, F. Rosenberg, T. Lewandowski, G. Livent, S. McLeish, G Pritchard, D. Oldman. Row III: G. Rores, Obstein, R. Maracle, A. Landau, A. Reilly L. Marano, B. Raines, G. lvfauer, Nitterauer, H. Dankner, R. Leech. Row IV: R. Kass, R. Maelin, Parker, P. Lindner, K. Patti, D. Large, R. MacKinder, K. Kell, G. Rosenblatt R. lX'Iaxick, S. Miloro T. Rores. Raw I: M. Ritchell, R. Spectre, D. Platt, S. Ridgeway, S. Schaefer, P. Pepperman, D Sandler, N. Perowalo, K. Smith, L. Pollina. Row II: S. Smith, P. Sarikas, Tassiupulos, D Sherry, S. Rutstein, M. Sherliek, S. Plumb, Y. Bowling, S. Munger, E. Pitterman, M. Liber- atore. Row III: Spengler, K. Sehenbaek, N. Purdy, H. Piepke, C. Steins, P. Severson, G Piske, Hein, D. Seifert S. Helper, D. Sohinki. Row IV: S. Peterson, B. Rapport, M Segal, L. Scheffer, S. Smith, P. Schmidt, D. Solly, M. Segal, F. Popper, L. Schneider, R1 Smith. Row V: D. Cole, Mullin, G. Pearson, C. Sapeeky, G. Schaeffer, Sweranee, IW Schweizer, S. Quill, M. Rino, Reed. 93 Row I: D. Shapiro, M. Fox, F. Senn, D. Schultz, P. Simon, G. Denn, R. Sunshine, R Shapiro, N. Savage, G. Sommer, Row II: B. Sternstein, J. Sellers, F. Lombardo, L. Fibieh H. Zubkoff, R. Sommer, P. Fox, R. Silman, Glenn, R. Thier, R. Finkelstein. Row III: R Sehalk, G. Sehneggenburger, R. Spangenburg, P. Friedman, C. Schlemmer, A. Engel, M Sehneggcnburger, A. Weintraub, P. Stern, N. Struman, P. Dunn. Row IV: G. Terrell, G Tamberg, G, Shleser, H. Springer, P. Snitzer, D. DiOrazio, R. Sherwood, H. Serota, R Taylor,'E. Finnerty. Row I: E. Barksdale, P. Alvetro, M. Flanigan, D. Eehols, S. Gafter, M. Anderson, M. Alt C. Diaeoumakos, S. Compbell, L. Barthin. Row II: D. Franklin, P. Fishman, A. Evans, E Ablove, D. Borins, P. Byrnes, C. Bryans, C. Duquin, C. Berkson, B. Dus, L. Hiney. Row III N. Donovan, C. Berry, M. Cohen, J. Waehtman J. Chapin, J. Bangs, F. Fenske, A. Florian W, Blackmon, F. Fish. Row IV: P. Knopf, N. Alexander, P. Vogt, L. Freeland, C. Brownj john, P. Arida, E. Chanteau, L. Carroll, C. Burkard, Edelman. Row V: lN1. Fowler, A Freedman, B. Block, B, Castle, B. Bechtel, E. Desenroth, E. Fiorella. 94 Row I: S. Gotten, G. Ludwig, S. Angelo, V. Aistall, C. Zirin, L. Robbins, G. Lesh, N Zeldis, D. Lindenmeer, W. Pollock. Row II: L. Malone, L. Dauer, B. Cryspen, S. Oakes, P Rosenthal, S. Parr, M. Natello, F. Neuschel, S. Manquen, J. Czarniak, S. Wolfberg, F VVolfe. Row III: B. Dearing, D. Wilson, M. Winer, L. Douglas, S. Mooney, S. Pettapiece B. Myers, Zier, D. Gostin, B. Davis. Row IV: G. Paschen, V. McCray, B. lNfIeCall, C Drozen, P. WVolf, W. McGlean, A. Lungerello, B. McCall, S. Williams, M. Sewell. Row V J. Lopp, G. Leviteh, M. Naish, B. Neumann, A. McClain, S. Maul, I. Matthews, P.Williams D. Wright. Row I: L. Jones W. Holland, J. Wooster, J. Jones, J. Weast, W. Young, R. Curthoys, C Dege, P. Timm, B. Weinstein. Row II: J. Jemison, J. Jacobs, A. Paull, R. Hunt, M. Pollack L. Zwierschke, Jaroeki, R. Williams, Phillips, R. Hetriek. Row III: Hiestand, T O,Dell, R. DeCarolis VVoytak, K. Wright, C. Hunter, R. Palmer, M. Tillman, H. Davis Row IV: S. Chase C. Peterson, H. Horton, E. Hellman, T. YVilliams, R. Torrontor, Reeves P. Paul. 95 ,li ...l-11 .1-1 li NDEE QAM 1, JN iff 1. I x X If Libs x A P ' i 0, X ff gr 1 , fi? K , , QU ff If. Af, X gy . 5 -wer' 'Om .-.-fm., Q, 49'5 'w SCIE CE Seated: Mr. Sommer. Miss Hermes, Miss Hayes filhairmanj. Mrs. Bellinger, Mr. Snow. Standing: Mr. Devlin, Mr. Dzimian, Mr. Abrams, Mr. Hensel, Mr. Forgione, Mr. Gallivan, Mr. Olandt We are first introduced to this infinite world of knowl- edge in a General Science course, taken during our Freshman year. At this point in their development, bud- ding young scientists become familiar with scientific apparatus as they study everything from geology to elec- tricity. This course is amazingly complete, deleting only those subjects, such as Einstein's theories, which are not yet fully understood by our instructors. The next subject in our science curriculum is Biology, the study of living things. Witli a i'Good morningw to lXfIr. Sommers and his pale-faced partner in the glass case, we commence our lessons on plants, animals, and euglenas. When we finally give up trying to figure out what Japanese four olclocks have to do with the color of our hair, we are once more in the midst of experi- ments. Under the microscope, Mrs. McGuinn's invisible specimens come to life. Perhaps the substance of the yearis work can be summarized by Dr. Ralph's advice to his assistant, when he said, Igor, the scalpels go on the leftf, With the experiences of our Biology classes fresh in our minds, we move up to Chemistry, where we study the composition of matter. Once past the agony of memorizing valences, Chemistry can be quite a Ublastul To supplement classroom and laboratory instruction many students, guided by Miss Hayes, have taken held trips to local industries. One thing the chemists havenit been able to explain is why litmus paper turns green in the Bennett Special. The finale of our science studies is Physics, one of the most interesting and difhcult subjects offered at Bennett. The primary topics involved are mechanics, heat, light, sound, and electricity. Mr. Devlin keeps us aware of all the 'gunknownsu in the world around us. Although the students of the scholarship classes were assigned indi- vidual projects, everyone agreed that the main project of the year was learning Physics. One of the most important aspects of any science course is the periods spent in the laboratory. Here the theory learned in the classroom is transformed to prac- tical knowledge on application. These are the basic steps so necessary for further work in the field and for com- plete understanding of the subject. In Biology lab one first learns the proper method of handling a microscope, the art of dissection and identifi- cation, and the drawings of various species of plant and animal life. It is from our biology lab experiences that we Hrst vain an insight into the value and meaning of life. D Chemistry lab provides us the opportunity to actually see the formulas and equations, which we have so pains- takingly computed, work out as planned. Some of the ex- periments may fumigate the building, but the experience gained by our budding chemists offsets any temporary inconvenience. Those experiments which are beyond the scope of the students, ability are capably performed by the teachers. Chemistry lab affords us the chance to evaluate for ourselves the marvelous complexity of nature's chemical composition. Physics lab serves the same purpose as the other two laboratories. By the use of motors, pulleys, scales, ther- mometers, and other apparatus, nature's laws spring to life. As the equipment becomes more familiar and meas- urments more correct, experiments become more exact. So many of the experiments have an application in the tools used in daily life that lab becomes a living class which is a joy to' attend. General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics train us to be observant and to understand the world in which we live. It is with appreciation of our fine science teach- ers, that we pay this special tribute to the Science De- partment. SOCIAL STUDIES Seated: Miss Carpenter tGhairmanj, Miss Geraec Miss Ozarin, Mrs. Gabriel, Miss Sloan, Miss Beach Standing: Mr. Zaeearine, Miss O'Brien, Miss Sehreier. Miss Stutts, Mrs. McGill, Mr. Howard. Not Pic- tured: Miss Ford. Mr. Rowen Ahoy, ye landlubbers! Board the ship to many lands and learn of their pasts, presents, and futures. This enticing vision is before us as we enter the world of Social Studies. First we'll scan our planet as it is today: the geographical factors, the social aspects, which make up the economic picture. After our Economic X'Vorld examination, we prepare to learn the customs and back- grounds of all nations. Stop g Most Honorable Soph- omoresl Don't throw away those World History notes. Remember the world backgrounds on the American History IH Regents. Alas, our tired ship has broken down and we find ourselves at America's shore. The year is l77-l. Wlait! We don't want to fight the British! A few more pages brings us up to the 1800's and manifest destinyl' takes us to the Pacific coast. VVell, now that our country is populated, let's build. Plans are laid in the infamous great conspiracyw! Soon we come to the present and the rest is up to the future. Seniors, did you finish American History the first sem- ester? Try Economics, Economic Geography, or Govern- ment. BEACON or Government. that is the question! MATHE TICS. No matter what your course at Bennett, a run-in with mathematics is inevitable. As a freshman you begin your journey along the winding road of numbers with Elementary Algebra, in which you become acquainted with x, y, and Z, and experience the ups and downs of graphic equations. The road gets steeper on entering 10th Year Math, an alias for Plane Geometry. Postu- lates, anyone? If you have inclinations toward this in- tricate world, you no doubt have a third year in store for you. Now you have your choice of Intermediate Algebra, Trigonometry, or 11th Year Math, a combina- tion of the first two. For a fourth year of math, try Advanced Algebra and Solid Geometry, each a one term course. Another choice Seated: Miss Round fChairmanj, Miss Theil, Miss Disbrow, Miss Podmele, Standing: Miss Kelly, Miss Higgins, Miss Walsh, Mrs. Brown, Mr. Collins, Miss Traperth for senior mathematicians is Math Analysis, taught in only one other school in the state. This course, including such advanced topics as differential and integral calcu- lus, plane and spacial analytic geometry, and the theory of exponential and hyperbolic functions, should be taken only by extremely healthy individuals in excellent mental constitution. Overdose may prove disastrous to the ner- vous system. This course has proved so successful that the Board of Regents has, for the first time, established a slightly modified course, 12th Year Math fsounds nice with 10th and 11th, doesnit it?l. We have now completed the gauntlet of Bennett Mathematics. College, next? NGLI H Seated: Miss Rooney, Miss Watch, Mrs. Lum, Miss Myers, Miss Croll CLibrarianD. Miss Jepson, Miss Robinson Cllhairmanj. Miss McNamara. Standing: Mr. Kublitz, Miss Smith, Miss Harrington, Miss Dins- more, Miss Murphy, Mr. Bellinger. Not Pictured: Miss Wright. Mrs. Scobie, Mrs. Neuschel, Mrs. Mc- Gill, Miss Kimmins m..s... As the noble Brutus once said, 'iNot that we love Shakespeare less, but that we love MAD morelu Whether your blood runs cold on the Ides of March or you have visions of daggers, fear not, oh student, for thou art acquiring a worthwhile education in English literature. Our travels with the great masters give us a new perspective on history as we visit Greece with Ullysses, Rome with Caesar, France with Lucy Man- nette, and Denmark with Hamlet. Although books and plays are fun, vocabulary and grammar will not be forgotten in our English studies Qnot by the teachers, anywaylj. Teachers simply adore compositions with correct spelling and parallel COl'1St1'llC- tion. Perhaps your Uhidden talentsl' lie in other phases of English. For Mr. Kublitfs fans, there is Public Speak- ing, Debate, and Dramatics. Also, there is a journalism course available under the able instruction of Miss Rooney. Special thanks to M1's. Lum for overworking her honors classes to the point where the English on the scholarship exams was a breeze. P.S. Miss XVright paid us not to pun her name this year! LAN UAGES Latin, French, or German, itls all Greek to us. These are only three of the languages taught at Bennett, the other two being Hebrew and Spanish. To make classes more interesting, the language teachers are well equipped with books, visual aid machines, records, and boxes, which gum chewers fill with lines. We tip our hat to Sue Davidoff for her Generous support! D Let's take a tour and see what we can Hnd. At stall 319 in the Forum, the Latin students have ring side seats at the Gallic VVars. French II pupils were En Vacances this winter, as usual. Weill have to take El Camino Real fthe Royal Roadj to meet Miss Sherman and her happy Spanish classes while ve efen get a Left to fight: Miss Jassogne, Dr, Spangenthal, Miss Mayer QChairmanj, Miss Sherman. Miss Smith, Miss Sherman. Not Pictured: Miss Daly chance to go to Germany mitt Miss Mayer unt Mr. Olandt, ya? A special note on our Hebrew classes-last summer four Bennett students, Paul Gherulnick, Barbara Gar- son, Sylvia Fleck, and Gerry Danker set sail for Europe and Israel. Their ten week trip was awarded them by the Hebrew Culture Council for achievement in Hebrew. They let Bennett share a little of the fun at one of the assemblies last fall. VVith our spyglass trained on the future, we see a revo- lution in the language classes. Will it be the language of the moonrnen or Russian theyire teaching? 103 USINESS Left to right: Mrs. Semple, Mrs. Volker, Mrs. Cohn. Not Pictured: Miss Federman CChairmanj Plus, plusn, to all those whose talents lie in the busi- ness Held. Tomorrow's executives and secretaries are instructed in the fundamentals of their commercial training by Mrs. Semple, in an appropriately titled course, Introduction to Business. Business Arithmetic, taught by Mrs. Cohn, teaches students about dividends, taxes, and interest rates. The third course in the busi- ness sequence is Business Law, which deals with basic court procedures and legal terminology. Typing and Shorthand are practical not only in pre- paring for the business world but for college, also. Under the instruction of Miss Federman and Mrs. Volker, the 'Slow percentersl' have the opportunity to improve their typing skill after school or in the newly-formed fourth and seventh hour typing practice classes. To the 'ghigh percenters' in Typing and Shorthand, achievement certificates are awarded each year. A special note to the shorthand pupil: If that repre- sentative scribble on your paper is less representative and more scribble, don't give up the ship - remember, ever Onward',! We leave the Commercial Department with the part- ing hope that the Hmean onesw with the long fingernails will stop Kdefyingw Mrs. Volker! 104 HOMEMAKING It is said, A woman's place is in the homeu. Follow- ing this adage, the Homemaking teachers, Miss Egner, Mrs. McGuinn, and Mrs. Emerson, prepare the Bennett girls for their soon-to-come duties as wives and mothers. Since the way to a man's heart is well known, Cooking is a course of tremendous importance. The fragrance of brownies Cwithout ex-laxj and luscious pies and rolls is wafted through the fourth floor halls to tantalize the student body. Beginners may have their little diflicul- ties, but remember, girls, if at first you donft suceed, try Alka Seltzer! In the sewing classes, the girls are instructed in the Left to right: Mrs. Emerson, Mrs. McGuinn. Not Pictured: Miss Egner fChairmanj fine arts of color harmony, balance, and good grooming. The actual sewing sessions produce lovely articles of clothing, and this year, new yellow ties for the girls' basketball teams. In Home Nursing, Miss McDonald, the school nurse, has given demonstrations for the care of the sick. Child- care is another useful subject in the Homemaking De- partment. A senior course, probably the most timely, is Family Relations. Here, the students learn general housekeeping and family management. Congratulations to Karen Boyd on winning the Betty Crocker Homemaking Scholarship this year. 5 I DUSTRI L ARTS Left to right: Mr. Lynds QChair1nanjV, Mr. Wettlnufer Under the capable guidance of Mr. Lynds and Mr. Wetlatifer, the boys taking Industrial Arts are instructed in printing and wood and metal work. The first year of shop is divided into two parts, both introductory courses. While half of the class takes metal and wood design, the other half takes printing, ceramics, and plastics. They exchange places in January. Sophomores are taught printing and Juniors, advanced printing. fOops! Someon spiled a boz of ptipellj Those interested in using tools, take metallurgy in their Sophomore year, and wood work in their Junior year. These classes provide an in- exhaustible supply of Nmaterial for confusionu. The Industrial Arts division is very active in outside projects. Mr. VVetlaufer's boys do repair work around the school, and reconvert old television sets for the blind. Mr. Lynd's classes print programs for the special events Cwho said futball isn't spelled with a Hu ?j, advertising blanks for BEACON sales, and absence slips. Mr. Lynds says a special prayer each night in hope that Mr. Kublitz will eliminate last minute changes in Variety Show pro- grams. DRI ER EDUCATIO The most popular subject among the Seniors is Driver Education. Previously a one year course, the Board of Education has altered it to one semester, enabling double the number of students to enjoy its benefits. Classes are held twice weekly, in which the teacher and pupils dis- cuss driving procedures, latest traffic statistics, and other ideas pertinent to the course. Actual experiences come after school hours, when participants embark on their journeys into the wilds of Main Street. The Beautiful Blue Buick 558 is insured for fl5500,000.00 fnot that they donit trust usll. Those in charge of the much-needed dual brake are Left to right: hir. Z2N'l'Lll'll1l'. Mr. Forgione, Mr. Devlin Mr. Forgione, Mr. Devlin, and Mr. Zaccarine, without whose able assistance we might not be here. tNo jokelj Also in the hands of our instructors is jurisdiction over the famous blue cards. These entitle license-owners under eighteen to explore night-life from the driveras scat. Con- sequent of innumerable requests, we were forced to print this plea: Please, Mr. Forgione, when are we going to get our blue cards???i' On completion of the course and on receiving a Junior license, students get insurance reductions and that blue card. So step on the gas, Bold Bennettonians, and uaway we gow! PHYSICAL EDUCATIO, Left to right: Miss Roberts, Mr. Heis, Miss Baether, Mrs. Strunk. Not Pictured: Mr. Braun, Mr. Forti, Mr. Rosenthal fChairmanj And now, presenting - the future Mr. Muscle Men! Into the gym they tramp, scrawny, underdeveloped, but determined weaklings. After forty-five minutes of solid exercise, out of the gym they hobbleg scrawny, under- developed and pooped weaklingslll On a serious note, however, Bennett's boys are drilled and trained in the arts of muscle-building, coordination, team cooperation, and good sportsmanship. For the boys who wish to become muscle-bound, there are barbells, chinning bars twhat are chinning bars??j, and other apparatus on which to build beautiful biceps. In preparation for the athletic teams, basketball, base- ball and swimming are great favorites. The gym instructors, Mr. Heis, Mr. Braun, and Mr. Rosenthal, are well-known figures to the Bennett stage, for their pep-talks to the students. I still say, g'There are more swimmers in the auditorium than in the pools fand no water in the auditorium eitherlj. But the efforts of these men are not confined to speeches. Under their leadership, Bennett teams have left behind a victorious trail. Good luck, boys! Chin up and donit let Bennett down.-fOh, so that's what a chinning bar is forllllj GIRLS' PHYSICAL EDUCATIO For those athletically inclined girls at Bennett who would like to take physical education, and for those who would not like to fconsidering that it is a required classj the gym holds a never-ending supply of thrills: ropes and bars, balls and bats, rings and swings, and bathing caps are at our disposal at all times. The Ring- mastersn, Miss Roberts and Mrs. Strunk, stand by to separate the physically Ht from the physical wrecks. A highlight of the gym season is the State Physical Fitness Tests, in which each girl strains her muscles to the best of her ability, to prove good health and body control. fOh, my aching backll '6Water, water, everywhere is the cry from the Ben- nett pool. For those girls who love to swim, there is no problem in having fun, and for those who stand at the edge of the pool, afraid to get their feet wet, Miss Baecher will gladly lend a helping hand. Though it won't make you Miss Atlas, the gym course will certainly help to correct a troubled or a worried waistline. ART Left to right: Mrs. Kramer, Miss Smith, Miss Holm- lund CChairmanj. Not Pictured: Miss Gieserke For those who excel in Fine Arts and for the dilettantes among us, Bennett students are fortunate in having ex- cellent facilities and teachers to develop their abilities. The guiding lights behind this program are Miss Holm- lund, Miss Smith, Mrs. Kramer, and newly-returned from a yearis retirement, Miss Giesecke. The courses in- cluded in the art curriculum are General Art, Basic Art, Advertising Design, Drawing and Painting, History of Art, and Textile Design. Bennett takes the cake again with Ted Patricola, whose entry won the first prize of 825.00 in this year's Safety Poster Contest, sponsored by the Automobile Association. New advanced classes have been organized for the aspiring Van Goghs and Rembrandts under Miss Gie- secke's instruction. Also formed this year was the Poster Club under Miss Holmlund's guidance. The members are now engaged in a campaign encouraging better dress and neatness in the halls and cafeteria. The unsolved mystery of Mrs. Kramer's General Art I class is what keeps Cookie Obstein giggling every day. The tragedy of the Art Department is the shortage of paper towels. Don't laugh - just imagine how you would feel with your hands all gooey with paint and nothing to wipe them on! Special thanks to the Art Department for their aid with is year's BEACON publication. MEAT A M 51 v , V Haw E M 1 'I f M BETTER HEALTH MEAT POSTER CONTEST EAT EAT ENTRIES BALANCE H af,- FN 1 5' M EAT 111 MUSIC Mr. Nowak Qllhzuirxxnanlij, Mrs. Seeger Music makes the world go 'round' and it also im- proves the moving speed of Bennett High School. The music classes, under the direction of Mrs. Seeger, have set the rhythm and accompaniment to Bennettonians' studies. Mornings find classes augmented by the lilting strains of i'Cindy, oh Cindy and the afternoons are spiced by the band, led by Mr. Nowak, and its interpre- tation of 4'Dust Bowl Serenadenll Highlights ol the 557 - ,58 musical season were: the Variety Show, in which the Bennett Jazz Band rocked us out of our seats, the Buffalo Philharmonic VVork- shop, in which we were ably represented, and the Thanksgiving Assembly, where the chorus and specialists did an outstanding job. In the music Held, there is always room for celebrities. This yearis are: Margaret Riso - Chromatic Club Award winner June Saunders A whose outstanding voice has brought glory to Bennett ' Senior Quartet -- just signed a contraet with Coral Records. Lots of luck, girls! D Colin Smith - won the first scholarship of '58 to the Eastman School of Music A big thanks to the music department: the band, orchestra, and the chorus, for -Iazzingu up Bennett this year. ORCHESTRA Row I: C. Chertock, O, Rodriquez, S. Wilson QLibrarianj, M. Brecker QSccretary-Treasurerj C. Gary CViCc-Presidentj, G. Krystaf QAssistant Concert Mastcrj, A. Gerstel CConcert Masterj L. Niblack. I. Lawrence, M. Riso. Ron' II: M. Rogers, F. Fc-nske, P. Trooboff, M. Fowler S, Alessi. C. Gaal, J. Starks, S. Blatt. E. Miller. O. Ellis. Imhof. Row III: M. Farish, B Simpson, J. Shavers, D. Strach, D. Ehrlich, C. Boykins, L. Martin, D. Gary, B, Harding, W Wlolfson. Row IV: W. Wales, Beaver, V, Anstcy, A, Ehrlich, R. Secber BAND Row I: O. Parkhill, B. Denton, M. Flanigzm QLilJrarianj, O. Simmons CSerretary-TreasurerJ J- Muffoletto CPresidentj, L. Scalia Klustodianj, P. Timm Klustodianj, S. Wales fLibrarianj Imnof, S. Ridgeway. Row II: Lincoln, D. Oldman, M. Breaker, D. Schulz, S. Alessi P. Flanigan. Jcmison, W. VVolfson, D. Clarke, R. Gist Ron' III: M. Harris, L, Clark, S Shire, R. Sccber, L. Martin, B. Simpson, M. Schncggcnburger. M, Roath, T. Schneider, P Trooboff. Row IV: Shavers, C. Mcrlihan, VV. Wales, A. Ehrlich, V. Anstey, R. LaBarge D. Ehrlich. Shields, Parker, C. Boykins 113 J Last year's contest met with such enthusiastic support that this year it was con- tinued again as a matter of BEACON policy. We were not disappointed as this yearis entries contained many excellent literary works. W'e wish to thank all those who worked hard to submit pieces and to wish them success in their future literary endeavors. Ermy The essay department of this year,s contest has been won by David Manch. His narrative essay is exceptional, both in its style and material content. David is only a sophomore and his future in Bennett's literary Held looks promising. STRANGE PERFOR There he stood, as if he were in his greatest moment. The audience applauded unceasingly. He felt he was the greatest performer in the entire world. He stood vainly, just waiting for more applause. L'Come on Johnny, letis gof, a voice whispered hur- riedly from the wings. Johnny sauntered lazily to the end of the stage and then strutted off. Johnny was far from a master of showmanship, he did not realize that even if he was acclaimed the greatest juggler on earth he was not to show he was aware of it in a display of conceit, which was his usual manner. Once off stage, Johnny was hurriedly met by his agent-manager, Bob Jackson. Bob immediately informed Johnny he had another show to do at seven, and then the two took refuge from the crowds of people already waiting to see Johnny. Once inside the dressing room Johnny vainly stared at himself in the mirror. He had the face that had appeared on programs and playbills all over the world. He was known, as 'Johnny the Magnifi- cent'. In the last three years Johnny had learned almost all there was to know about juggling, or so he thought. Johnny hadn't been home in five years. He missed his mother, father, and three brothers. He hated the food they served in the big cities. He would much rather catch a Hsh back home. On snowy winter days he used to love to romp over the snowy dunes. All this was over now. When Bob Jackson discovered Johnny's talent he made sure Johnny would get into show business. Johnny was a youngster when he left home, but he had aged a lot in the past three years. He had lived the life of an entertainer. Hurry here, hurry there, wouldnit they ever slow down? Why don't they give me a rest? Johnny slowy staggered over to his dressing room couch and dozed off. nCome on, Johnny, Bob shouted, uno time for thatf, Johnny lay motionless. Oh come on, you lazy old goldbrickerf' Johnny stood up and made ready for his next show. Johnny felt funny, sick, overworked. How could he tell Bob he needed a rest? Four hours and two shows later Johnny found himself on a train speeding to the next town. 'SHOW long can this go on? John wondered. 'Tm sick, overworked, I want to go home,', he thought. It did go on. Year after year for five years Johnny traveled. Finally, Johnny made his last stop. It was in England, at a command performance. After the ap- plause ceased Johnny staggered backstage to his dress- ing room and passed away, because of overwork. After all how far can you drive a poor, lonely seal? SHORT STORY Once again Cindy Woodruff has proven to be the master of the short story. Many of her contributions have been printed in past BEACONS and we are proud to include one in this issue. Enjoying her stories so much, we hope that someday we might be able to read her work in one of the national magazines. PRI CE OF DARKNESS With a shuddering anguished moan, Lenore awoke. Horrified she sat up very straight and plunged her small square hands into a shaft of moonlight. Trembling, her face bathed in perspiration, she leaned over to look at her palms. She choked, and one hand involuntarily flew to her mouth. Her hands couldn,t be . . . red. It was only a dream . . . it couldnit be true . . . just reflec- tion of her bedclothes, that was all. Fumbling in her stricken urgency, she tumbled the blankets off and pat- tered barefoot across the cold linoleum, her hands dang- ling before her from her rigid arms like some loathesome burden too vile to draw nearer her person. Straight to the high narrow window she walked, and the tiny gold buttons on her blue pajamas sparkled in the glow as if they were precious tear drops. There! See! It had only been a dream -. just that same wretched dream. Every- one knew her hands were clean . . . there was no blood on her hands, no deep red-brown stain to shout to the world that she was the one, she had done it. Not her mother knew, not her daddy . . . not even her sister, Leanne. Leanne was so smart 5 now she was away in the desert somewhere digging up old things. Lenore giggled happily. It was good Leanne went so far - it would not be a happy idea at all if Leanne should dig up old things closer to home, around the Old Ghost House, perhaps . . . again Lenore smiled. Leanne might be smart, but slze didn't have a nice school to live in like this one, where everyone spoke so slowly so you could understand, and gave you pretty pink pills to take away the head- aches. Lenore stared through the thick window screens 5 it was funny - they never changed the screens here. Suddenly a waft of cloud momentarily dimmed the moon- light. There! There he was-in that pool of shadow next to the fence. Pale, oh so pale, and all in white. He had found her! He had come back to do something to to her! Her narrow face melted into a mask of horror. Unable to control her limbs, the girl shuddered in the silent palsy, unable to turn her eyes from the pane. Now the moon shone clear again, deepening the sockets of shadow. Yet, barely, barely, she could discern a small ghostly form crawling painfully across the lawn. Sud- denly her reeling brain broke the dreamlike apathy over- powering it, a painful, wracking sob squeezed breath into her once more, and the scalding flood of tears lub- ricated her taut eyelids. For long moments she stood with closed eyes, breathing deeply, unwilling to abandon the dark, silent refuge of her mind. At length sleep came to comfort her, but she slipped to the Hoor, and touched the sill and opened her pale gray eyes. The garden gleamed wind-blown and empty, an ebony bowl over- flowing with mercury. All was well. He had not come. It had happened so long ago he could not come now. His blood had spilled on her hands, but she had buried him. Oh, that served him right. What business had he stomping in and destroying her friend? No one had ever come to the Ghost House . . . they said it was evil. What silly nonsense. Nothing there but her friend. Poor little black man! They had laughed at him as they had at her. He had been a wonderful king once, overthrown by swinish subjects. On one occasion he had shown some women of Lenore's race the precious fruit of wisdom, and for this kindness her people had despised him. So that her people might share his future reward, he had even offered all his power to the usurping king's son, but this proud son would have none of it. Sometimes her friend would smile and reassure her that daily folks were growing more and more sensible and heeding his coun- sel. He had many titles, but Lenore,s favorite was HPrince of Darkness - it seemed to fit the tarnished silver coro- net he wore, whose flame jeweled points leaped and glimmered. Every day she waited in the courtyard where he would appear and speak with her or sing to her. Sometimes he even set his crown on her head. Then that . . . that man had come. Sham! Fraud! Trying to imi- tate her Prince with his black clothes. Hidden, she had watched him that first day, so long and leggy, tiptoeing everywhere, peering into closets and opening doors. Even after his departure her friend would not return. Every day for a week the intruder came, first patrolling the estate as if he had some right there, then sprawling across her stone bench beneath the dry fountain, reading aloud from an old black book. Sometimes he acted as if he were meeting someone, although Lenore could never see a soul. As she observed him from the brush her hatred toward everything about the young man swelled, because of him, she had lost her Prince . . . perhaps this wretch had destroyed him. Yes . . . had destroyed him and waited for her. That fateful day she had lain in hiding all mor- ning, and spying no trace of him, after lunch, had drif- ted over to the stone bench, each new thought adding fuel to her malignant, devastating bitterness. She'd fon- dled one of the long, flat, pretty rocks basing the foun- tain. Then, without warning, a rush of heels across the flags, and he stood before her . . . that nameless, vile, young beast. Petrified he had been . . . frozen in fear even as she herself now often was. For glorious minutes she had drunk in his shock, his bulging cow eyes . . . had absorbed in exaltation the inexpressible terror splashed across his wide brown face. For an instant she felt the presence of her Prince, she jerked her right arm violent- ly. Hump! Slowly the heavy man's body had crumpled across her sandals. Disgustedly she shoved him away. Her left hand dripped red as the falling sun. Frantically she rubbed her hand on her lacy white handkerchief - in vain. Numbly, unthinkingly she licked her palm clean. Thoughtfully she paced about the fountain. She could never leave this lying about to pollute her place, how- ever, the fellow was quite husky, and she had no imple- ments. But she must do something .... Leanne would not like this and Leanne was smart, Mother probably wouldn't understand either. Her voice would go all low and trembly and she would say, '5Lenore? Darling? Tell me quickly what has happened. What have you done?,' Then her heel caught in the drain grill. Patiently she heaved for half an hour at the leaden thing. At last, panting and disheveled, she staggered back for the body. He lay at full length, his curly straw hair matted red, features pale and relaxed, a scarlet river flowing over his left cheekbone. Gasping with fatigue, she had willed her last ounce of strength to half dragging, half rolling him into the opening. But the grate would not close again. She had tried . . . she had struggled ,til her head spun and her side pained - to shut him in . . . to keep him from escaping. The sun was so low, they would worry, they would come. In desperation she hauled two slabs of the Hoor over the hole and fled. That night, sheld just curled up in bed when her mother had stepped in hold- ing her pink plastic suitcase all packed, and had told her to get dressed, she was going to a nice school, her mother was always planning little surprises like that. Lenore lifted her head. The stars had begun to pale. Blinking, she crept sleepily back among her warm covers. Far below Lenore, on the first Hoor, a tall, plain, balding man in white turned the key, opened the door, and crossed the threshold of a patient's room. On the floor beneath a broken barred window a young, blonde nurse groaned, sat up, and rubbed a large bump on her head. Without further ado the doctor plunged out the wrecked window into the spacious rest home garden. Softly, kindly, firmly he called in a low, clear voice, Here boy, come back, Parsonw, almost as one would a dog. 3 Come on-it's daylight now. You won't have to stay in your roomfl F renzied scratching near the fountain drew the doctoris attention, and quietly he crossed the frosty grass toward it. For a Heeting second he gazed with pity at the white pajamaid back of the kneeling man . . . a young cleric come to this. He mumbled something at the dis- traught figure that he might not startle him, and gently lifted him to his feet. The patientis great brown eyes stared into another world, the cold pallor of his flesh showed off a florid, blotchy seam beneath his left cheek- bone. They pushed through a side door, and the doctor's thoughts swung back to the nurse. A new one . . . Rawlens. Returning to his office, by luck he encountered her hurrying the other way, and told her curtly to see him as soon as possible. In his ofHce, he asked her flatly what had happened. She hadibeen off duty, on her way to town, when she'd heard a groan. Thinking its source the Parsonis room, she had stopped in to check. Seeing the patient quietly weaving, she had turned to go when something smashed against her skull. Warning her to watch to whom she turned her back, Dr. Calgary thoughtfully dismissed Rawlens. Twice before this had happened to small, young, blonde attend- ants. Most of the time Parson seemed quite docile. . . nearly intelligent. Only at night, confined within the barred windows of his room, did he grow restive. He held a mortal dread of being buried. Held been admitted two years before Calgary had assumed dictatorship. Old Doc Kelding himself had found him, more dead than alive, near the woods path past the Old Ghost House. His skull had been a scrambled mess, even after head been repaired he refused to talk. Calgary strolled meditatively to his window. The afternoon had grown warm and pleasant, and the spa- cious leaf-strewn grounds might have been mistaken for some sunlit forest clearing. He recognized Lenoress gold blonde hair and knew it was she in her white skirt and sweater on the fountain bench puzzling through her second grade reader. Meanwhile, the Parson had recovered and was enjoy- ing himself helping old Frazier in the greenhouse. Scoop- ing up a bundle of burlap and rope, he set out to insu- late the fountain rose bushes. He ambled up the back way, around the fir grove, when suddenly . . . there she was, facing him again. That incarnation of the devil! That black angel of light! She would bury him . . . Oh no . . . she would hurt his head. Lenorels eyes lifted and rolled in panic. He had come for her . . . to tie her in, to stop her breath. Her heart beat like a trapped dove. He stepped forward. Her fair skin grew pale as bleached bone. His hand raised. She screamed. . . a high hysteri- cal rush of sound. He spoke in wonder, in pity, A girl . . . just a poor, sick child . . f' She lay motion- less across the stone seat. Her world was full of darkness and spurting points of flame. Distantly above the crush- ing, pounding pain in her chest-hotter, clearer burned the flames. Uselessly, Dr. Calgary searched for some sign of life as the Parson, with head bowed, softly repeated, :'Ashes to ashes . . . dust to dust . . . POETRY This year, as in the past, Bennetfs bards have pro- duced excellent poetry. Three seniors, Madeline Davis, Chris Gibson, and Jonathan Safren, all noted for their literary ability, have written poems so nearly equal in literary quality that it was decided to print all three. Ode to the End by jonathan D. Safren Prologue: A poem! How can I start to write A thing of beauty? In one night I cannot put my thoughts in ink. A poet must have time to think Of love and hate and such emotions, Of birds and Howers and sundry notions. But as I now am pressed for time, I shall express my thoughts in rhyme. Canto the Firrt: A ship H it travels through the deep Of space. Inside the crewmen sleep A dreamless sleep. They know no fears. Their ship has cruised for many years Since last they saw the ruins of Earth, Their radioactive place of birth, Which Man, while playing with his toy, Turned into ash. Must man destroy All things which he has gotten free? Or can he learn and finally see? Canto the Second: A star! The ship's computers probe And find a blue-green pleasant globe. The servos hum, the engines flare, The hull glows red as it cuts the air. The ship glides down upon a plain And comes to rest. A gentle rain Now cleans the alien, pitted skin, But does not wake the men within. Arise, ye shards of earthly life! Arise, begin anew your strife! Canto the Third: The ship is still. 'There is no sound Save for the robots whirring ,round The holds in which their masters sleep. How can there be a sleep so deep As not to end? Arise! Awake! Here is another world to take! A world to play with like a toy! Another planet to destroy! But Man will make his toys no more: The crew is dead, his play is o'er. Epilogue: I now have writ my thoughts in rhyme. M desk clock tells me I have time Y To sleep. I'll through my dream world trip, Perhaps to dream about a ship . . . Guard of Dreams by Madeline Davis Come to me and bring your dreams That I might patch the broken seams, That I might lock them with a sigh Away from every prying eye. Come to me with every dream To my twilight home where never a beam Of sun can rust the wisps each hour As autumn does the tender flower. Here they shall lie in sweet repose, In dusky light were no one knows, And here they shall be safe to stay Far from where they'd fade away. And sometime, if the future brings You here - the way of cooks and kings, With shining hope and mended seams, I shall return your guarded dreams. The Seasons and the Street by Christine Gibson The sky was steel. The orange-brown leaves below The waste of rust. The slick, black street Held fear. The signal was amber. It was autumn! The sky was yellow. The trees were stark, Twisted charcoal bars. The slush, brown street Was choked. The signal was red. It was winter! The sky was patched with grey. The trees were brown. Branches shed their sticky sap. The street, bleached gray, Like tired bones. The signal was green. It was spring! The sky was burdened with mist. Clouds were snagged in twigs. Dampness clung to boughs. The street with heated moisture Was stagnant in the day. There was no signal. It was summer! l li -it 111 1 1 L1 1 11 1 51 i i 118 , 2' x 1 ' X . . Af ,v va BACKSTAGE The house lights become dim, the foots come up, and the curtain rises. The audience settles back to enjoy itself and another Bennett production is on its success- ful way. But how many of us realize the extensive prepa- ration that must be performed before the end result may be submitted to the public. In addition to the arduous hours spent by the cast in rehearsal, there are a thou- sand and one tasks to be discharged by behind the scenes workers. The beautiful scenery, the multitude of props, the tre- mendous sound effects, and the magnificent lighting are due to the laborious efforts of the stage crew, While preparing for a play the boys practically live on the stage. But the appreciation of the audience is ample re- ward for these boys. The publicity committee faces the unenviable task of notifying the public of Bennett's coming attractions and stimulating their desire to buy tickets. A great many tactics have been employed. Posters, both those that are submitted by the art department and those that are printed, must be circulated to neighborhood stores and around the school. If possible, spot announcements on the radio are obtained. Skits are presented on the stage during assemblies and over the P. A. notices in the morn- ing. Theirs is an unending and thankless task but it is always well done. The business staffs are responsible for all business aspects of the play outside of publicity. Their main chore is the handling of tickets. This envolves being certain the tickets are printed, organizing their distribution, system- atizing the collection of money from the sales, and prod- ding the homeroom ticket managers, who actually do a terrific job, to sell more. One segment of the backstage working populace that is generally overlooked is the make up crew. These in- trepid people take raw, unfinished faces, looking totally unlike their characters, and refine them to the completed product seen on stage. Without the diligent work of these students Bennetfs line productions would not be possible. To these people we tip our hats. Row I.' C. Smith fManagerj, D. Kublitz fAdvisorj. Row II: D. Sirkin, B. Ertle, D. Canteen, N. Varela. E. Davis. STAGE CREW Bringing up the loots Cno, not feetj and controlling feed back are some among 1nany important tasks capably and quietly performed by an important Bennett organ- ization. For without the Bennett Stage Crew, directed by Mr. Daniel M. Kublitz, none of the schoolis stage shows and assemblies could be presented to the students of Bennett. A special pat on the back has been earned by Colin Smith after two years of capable stage managership. Colin is 'retiringi to college, and next year the crew will be headed by Dave Canteen. We cannot forget to mention the public address crew. Every morning, bright and somewhat too early, the Bennettonian hears important announcements in the well-modulated tones ol the Bennett Broadcasting Systemls announcers. The tech- nicians and announcers of the public address crew, headed by Sandy Greenberg, deserve thanks for an essential job well done. PUBLIC ADDRESS CREW Standing: R. Seeber, D. Manch, C. Meyer, R. Yost, S. Johnson, QI. Greenberg, S. Katz. Seated: S. Greenberg QChairmanj, D. Kub- litz. 121 THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS Again this year, as in the past, the slogan for the Ben- nett Variety Show was 4'Bigger and Better , and once more the extravaganza showed that this constant aim had not been put forth in vain. Promptly at eight o'clock on the nights of November 26th and 27th the Bennett Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Frank M. Nowak struck up the show's overture, Frankie and Johnnyw. After the title song 'iMusic, Music, Musica, joyously rendered by Bennettonians, one after another of the many pleasant surprises planned by Mr. Kublitz held the audience gasping. Would one ex- pect to see the Bennett Dance Band playing f'Around the World in Eighty Daysw in the organ lofts high above the auditorium floor? As the evening moved on numbers by Diane Hornung and Joyce Gray, June Saunder's St. Louis Bluesw, and other acts too innumerable to mention Cand too fine to forget? thrilled an attentive audience. It must be noted though, that George Seayls calypso beat - and rippling muscles-brought many screams from the females. To close a delightful evening, Music, Music, Music was voiced by the entire cast. lf you were at Bennett in 558, you toured the world in song and dance in a way youll never forget. After weeks of planning the second major production of the school year, a Music and Drama Festival, was held on May 6th and 7th in the Bennett auditorium. A well-prepared chorus directed by Mrs. Seeger, and a special orchestra conducted by Mr. Nowak, entertained students and parents before and between acts of the classic comedy of the American stage, 'iYou Gan't Take It Wlith Youfl The new talents of Barry Feinblatt, Barbara Garson, Michael Gilroy, and Gary Lichtman were combined with those of the old stand-bys Betty Zearfoss, Diane Gotthelf, Linda Sturner and Pat Ludico to produce brilliant action, generously spiced with assorted Hre- works - that is if snake cages Cwith snakesj and bam- boozled tax collectors are likely to stir you up a bit. It was, altogether, an evening liberal in drama, music, and unadulterated entertainment, a magnificent tribute to those qualities which have made Bennett great. What are those qualities? Ability and hard work! YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU 123 1 Y 124 435561 25 ASSEMBLIES Wednesday is always a popular day at Bennett because of our excellent assembly programs. After a variety of educational programs last year, 1958's excellent series was a surprise to no one, except possibly the Freshmen. For the lighter side of our assembly mornings, Bob Wells paid us one of his visits, bringing i' The BuFfalo's,5, a na- tionally known vocal group. But popular Bob had one more surprise up his sleeve, and there was Frankie Ava- lon right before us, pounding out a couple of songs to the accompaniment of, well, not a few sighs from the distaff side of the house! Bennett Assemblies brought home better dress, Civil Defense, and the values of careful scholarship, to men- tion a few of their subjects, to the student body. Equally important, students participated on an equal basis with the many well received films and speakers. Is it possible that again in school year '58-,59 the Bennett UB emblazoned on our new curtain will once more bring with it, in startling alliteration, something bigger and better? 127 '?.l..i.. INA JANE WEINBER6 12 flew, .1212 vga Sf fzfisf .N gif-ff 1 4 -K F- ff 1 , E-,fb V , gfiawgx J, X kg Sum -,I wi 'I ,Q ' ww w -J ' ,itil x ,ww A . +Q Q 7 fi' f ' . .,,.. , if ww S 'S 3' . ,:. mi M- '95 L Y i A M351 -15 br Miflf 42 XA fa Q 7 ,, -0nyvk'ff,mffa,w , , W , mm f issigfgib. - gf? A ?335':,ifs'31 Tw Q 3 if ,ww 5 as 5 , af ,Q 9 V v,,,,,,,,,,,,,-,,,,,, ,,,,, ,,,....,-,A,,,,L?,,-,7,,Y, ,,,, 7.,.t,,,,,,,,.,,,., ,,!,,, ,,,,,-f?,,.-,,,,.,rY ,,,, W, ,,,, ,YW ,,,, ,,W,.,.,,,,,,4,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,, W! 1 if 9 'lf' . fain X 3 iw-W -fm-W W A ,W W - W vm- W V M -W -W-----vW- .-V-- M- V H W W, K ,wth bl ' M , Wg SERVIETNI5. All students, who make the daily round of organiza- tional activities, generally drop in on at least one ser- vice club. Students belonging to these organizations undertake those tasks which are beneficial and essential to the school and its inhabitants. Every year Bennett hits IOOCM enrollment in the Junior Red Cross drive. Two organizations make this possible: The Junior Red Cross Council and the Junior Red Cross Service Club. The former not only collects the money during the drive but plans the entertaining assembly which spearheads the campaign. The latter, besides helping in the drive, works one day a week at the Red Cross on Delaware Avenue. It seems everyone benefits from these Hne organizations. Junior and Senior boys wishing to serve the school and at the same time learn about first aid and the defense system of our country are asked to join the Civil Defense Club. They also partake in an extensive training period to learn what to do in case of an enemy attack and face a rigid examination at the conclusion of their training. There is a similar organization for girls. The Legion of Honor is the group that functions as K'-Iack-of-all-Trades. Whenever any unusual job has to be done, it seems that a member of the Legion is always there to do it. This is one of the many services the Legion performs. This year ushers were supplied whenever the need arose and the Freshman handbook was revised. The Legion also conducted both recognition assemblies, Honor and Service. This year as in the past the Key Club has rendered many valuable services to Bennett. They have helped beautify the school by planting rose bushes on the front campus and by painting the boys' lavatories. Services performed by the Key Clubbers, upon whom the school has grown to depend, include: polishing the trophies in the front hallg acting as air-raid wardensg presenting an educational, as well as entertaining assemblyg and per- forming any odd tasks whenever asked to do so. The newest addition to Bennett's host of organizations is the Varsity Club. A varsity player in any sport is eligible for membership. Since the Varsity Hop was one of the most successful dances of the school year, the group promises to be one of the most active in service to the school. - Row I: C. Prcszint, S. Burzinan, L. Fogan QGovernorj, D. Sandow CSeeretaryl, M. Meyer fljresidentj , j. Blinkoff QTreasurerj, S. Katz, L. Meyers, R. Singer. Row II: M. Sultanik, F. Ralabzite, M. Sehul- gasser, T. Geraee, H. Poole, E. Davis. S. Bargmun, G. Bergman, R. Juclelsohn. Ron' III: J. Greenberg. B. Vtleintraub, D. Maneh, P. Young, R. Doeblin. P. Ablove, Sehulgas- ser. Row IV: R. Yost. S. Green- berg, S. Hoffman. Gustafson, D. Rynne Cluieutenant Governorj. Sachs, B. Feinblatt. 1-,K ff, ,1l. Row I: A. Arbesman, G. Holzka QVice-President ID, P. Nathan fTreasurer 21, J. Ferber CViee- President 21, L. Fogan fPresi- dent 21 C. Sheinberg CSeeretary 23, J. Buchman fPz1rliamentarian 2j, R. Doeblin CPresident lj, J. Reifer CSeeretary lj. Row II: E. Hedger, M. Dankner, Brown, H. Hoek, J. Selby, S. Roseno, G. Gibson, B. Garson. Row III: Lawless, Kreinheder. B, Weintraub, P, Ab- love, NI. lyfeyer, Pestell, NI. Kruntz, Ron' IV: G. Smith, S. Greenberg, M. Kaplan, D. San- dow, S. Hoffman, M. Block, B. Feinblutt. KEY CLUB LEGION OF HONOR 131 CIVIL DEFENSE CLUB VARSITY CLUB Row I: Mr. Dzimian CAdvisorD. C. Merlihan fSeCretary-Treasurerj, B. Feinblatt CPrcsiclentj, J. Muffo- letto fViCe-Prcsidcntj. Row II.' M. Morgolis, H. Garson, P. Ben- zon, VV. Wales, R. Seeber QScr- geant-at-Armsj. VV. Dobkin, D. Canteen, R. Mauer, A. Mintz. Row III: Sachs, M. Bendes, T. Carver, R. LaBarge, H. Lyons, R. Torrontor, E. Shosho. I 1 ,Q I n All 'Li l il , X ' l 4 Y 3 H 1 :m lb Q -N 'XX W T, I ig.. - -- . ,Y -W,-.1 1: an Row I: A. Erenstoft, D. Clark CSergeant-at-Armsj, A. Berke fTreasurerj, T. Freeland CVice- Presidentj , F. Ralabatie QPresidentj, D. Gilbert fSecretaryj, J. Herri- tage fChaplz1inj, C. Johnson, S. Katz. Row II.' Chickos, R. Fred- erick, G. Weiner, P. Young, R. Turk, G. Zilliox, C. Meyer, E. Finnerty, S. Pickens. Row III: D. Brunner. P. Hcnncsscy, T. Carver. C. MctClz1ney, D. Alexander, D. Rynne, D. Orsolits, T. Brunger. Hou' I: C. Kashin, Duquin, N, Barthin. D. Murray QPresidentj, R. Yost QVice-Presidentj, C. Loew QSecretaryj, R. Rosenthal, D. Cuy- ett. P. Timm. Row II: S. DuPont. A. Richman. C. Steinhauser, S. Parr. G. Dockery, H. Loatman, C. Brunger, P, Scholl, P. Kehr, L. Fried, I. Lawrence, Row III: B. Cook, S. Katz, M. Segal, D. Pack- ard, M. Fowler, M. Dozoretz, Korman, B. Neumman, R. Judel- sohn, L. Miller. S, Weinich. Row IV: R, Konikofff, P. Weeks, Gzirdinier, H. Sarikas, Krein- heder. P. Krause, L. Clark, B. Meredith. A. Flett. M. Cohen, A. Melville. Rozu V: M. Harris, S. Ginsberg, M. Schaefer, R. Lerner. S. Teibel, G. Barnett, M. Bana- cour. D. Miller, C. Ingalsge, f ffaa, f 1 lf, lg fr O V 1 C . L , , f . V 12 - Ji H. ,Q ill f l Z I 0 .., ff! . , , j ,lux , ' J J . 1 li ,Jef-L a y Row I: I, Lawrence, L. Travis, D. Guyett fwfreasurerj, J. Selby fViee-President, J, Duquin QPresi- dcntj, E. I-ledger CSecretary7, P. Lodico QSergeant-at-Armsj, C. Loew. Y. Collins. Row II: E. Fagin. Eppers, C. Duquin, C. Hutton. Cohen, P. Zorn, E. Munzellu, P. Kehr, B. Tzetzo, N. Parker. Row III: D. Hausladen. H. Polakofl, Johnston, H. Hock, A. Mapes, D. Doan, B, Halt, M. Pace, P. Eastman. Row IV: L. Konrad, Guardalibene, Jehle, B. Meredith, D. Murray, Parks, S. Swift, L. O'Connor. IUNIOR RED CROSS COUNCIL ll i V f IUNIOR RED CROSS SERVICE CLUB 133 Row I: R. Singer, G. Ludwig, Eppers, Zent, D. Fox, Greene, C. Alaimo, C. Duquin, Gross, B. Bursuck. Row II: R. Curthoys, R. Judelsohn, Sellers, M. Sultanik, C. Gosch, P. Friedman, D. Chodorow, H. Horwitz, Greenberg, L. Hankin, D. Sirkin, C. Coleman. Row III: S. Young, K. Hickey, E. Kaiser, L. Konrad, S. Shire, C. Sheinberg, H. Hock, Burns, K. Restorff, M. Ross, L. Wright. Row IV: C. McClaney, B. Feinblatt, C. Meyer, L. Levite, W. Anthony, S. Hoffman. S. Goseh, J. Fc-rber. C. Wendt-l. Sachs. TUDE T Each year, the Student Council carries out many worthwhile campaigns, but probably the most important is the Christmas Charities Drive. Over sixteen hundred dollars was collected from the student body and distri- buted among twenty worthwhile charities. There are three committees which function for the betterment of Bennett High School. These are: The Better Halls and Cafeteria Committee, the Maintenance Committee which tries to correct defects of the school CGUNCIL building, and the Better Dress Committee which tries to improve the dress habits of our students. This commit- tee carried on a full scale, very successful campaign this year. Some of the other projects performed by the Student Council this year were: the Freshman Orientation Pro- gram, to better acquaint the Freshmen with Bennett, the assembly commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the founding of Buffalo which was both educational and rm .7 entertaining, the Boys' Assembly, which pointed out to the whole school the smoking problem and the need for Better Dress, the Calendar Committee, to better organ- ize club meeting dates: the Welcoming Committee, to show new students around the school, the Supervision of Bundle Day to collect old clothes for needy people: and many smaller activities too numerous to mention. The Student Council has worked hand in hand with the Bennett High School Community Association this year, by aiding the Association in their membership drive and even telephoning parents to inform them of meetings. So that they may better work together, the Student Council has five representatives who attend Community Association meetings. Thus they may collaborate on pro- jects for the betterment of the school. The very capable advisors for this year are Mr. Hett- laufer and Miss Sherman. They decidedly aid the group in matters discussed. The Student Council also made Blanca Garcia, our exchange student from Panama, an honorary member. It also has retained Bennettis Korean foster child, supported by the Christmas Charities Drive. c'To maintain, if not augment, the budget of the Board of Education - the aim of Bennett High School in 1958. Before the adoption of the city of Buffalois budget for the fiscal year 1958, at which time the proposed Board of Education budget was to be cut by the Com- mon Council, and at which time it was obligatory that the Board of Education budget not be cut, Bennett High School petitioned the Common Council not to do so. Sanford Greenberg and Philip Ablove, with the back- ing of the Inter High School Student Council and Ben- nett's Student Council, presented a petition, and their reasons for it, at a Common Council meeting. IVith two thousand signatures on the petition, it was taken down to Viilliam Lawless, Common Council Presi- dent, who accepted it and invited us to attend a meet- Seated: Mr. Wettlaufer fAdvisorj, S. Greenberg CPresidentj, M. Hough CSecretaryj, Miss Sherman lAdvisorj. Standing: R. Manch fFreshman Representativej, J. Clarke CRepre- sentative to the Inter-High Student Councilj, S. Getman CGirls' Rep- resentative at Largel, D. Murray CSenior Representativel, S. Barg- man Cjunior Representativej, N. Parker QSophomore Representa- tivel. ing of the Common Council so that we could have an opportunity to present our views on the situation. The results have been witnessed! The Royal Order of the S.B.L.P. was inaugurated in 1958 by the Student Council. To aid in the prevention of unnecessary occurrences in the lavatories on the south side of our school building, Sanford Greenberg, Sanford Hoffman, and a special Student Council Committee went to work and planned the formation of a group that soon took the entire school by storm. The plans were presented to Mr. Farrar and Mr. Miller. They expressed their hearty approval and agreed to the enforcement of them. On a memorable day in Bennettls history, twenty-five senior boys received notes requesting their attendance at a special Student Council meeting. Unaware of the re- sults, they came and unanimously agreed to serve their school in a very important and delicate situation. For many weeks they worked unceasingly, faithfully. On Recognition Day, when all those serving our school receive just commendation and reward, these boys were called up specially and presented certificates as a token of the high esteem in which they were held by the school. To the boys on the Senior Boys, Lavatory Patrol- a job excellently accomplished. The officers of the Student Council for the year 1957- 1958 are: President - - Sanford Greenberg Secretary - - Mina Hough Girls' Rcpresentative-at-Large - Susan Getman Freshman Representative - Richard Manch Sophomore Representative - Nancy Parker Junior Representative - Stuart Bargman Senior Representative F Dianne Murray EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 135 The purpose of all Hi-Y's is to Ncreate, maintain, and extend throughout the home, the school and community high standards of Christian characterf, Bennetts Hi-Yis have set a sterling example for other youth organizations to follow. The activities of the Bennett Boys Hi-Y have not only been a benefit to their homes, their school and their com- munity, but to the lives of the boys themselves. Their social functions have included a bowling party, a Sports Night at the Y.M.C.A. and a roller skating party from which all proceeds went to charity. Working on these varied activities has given the boys countless hours of enjoyment besides the feeling that goes with having accomplished a service to the community. Delta Chi Beta, the newest of Bennett's Hi-Y groups seems to be the fastest growing. Besides the usual order of business, they have many inspiring programs and panel discussions ranging from dating problems to ca- reers. Korlaya Hi- YK' claim to fame is the daily raising and lowering of the flag on the front lawn. Other activities such as a mother and daughter tea keep these girls quite busy. HI-Y ORGANIZATIONS 13 A series of speeches and movies have highlighted the the programs of the Senior Girls Hi-Y, some of which consisted of information on colleges and other particu- lars pertinent to a high school girl. The Bennett-Ken assembly at which everyone enjoyed himself was pre- pared by these same girls. North Delaware Hi-Y, which is the largest of the Hi-Y's sent a bill to the Youth and Government Assem- bly in Albany. As a result of this action, praise from both the city and the school was forthcoming. Filling Care packages, helping at the blood bank and giving proceeds of some social functions are just some of the many activities of Alpha Omega Hi-Y. Wle are hoping that they will keep up the good work. To become a member of the Horizon Club is not as easy as one may think. One just doesn't go to a meeting and join. A prospective member must not only put in six hours of community service, but write a report of this service. Every year, these service-minded girls sing Christmas Carols at a local hospital, If only more girls emulated the members of the Horizon Club, what a better school Bennett would be. Row I: M. Cantwell, C. Gibson Clnter-Hi-Y Council Representa- tivej, H. Hock fTreasurerl, J. Brown CVice-Presidentj B. Mere- dith fPresident, Inter-Hi-Y Coun- cil Representativej, D. Murray fSecretary - Branch Council Repre- sentativej, E. Hedger fSergeant-at- Armsj, J. Selby CBranch Council Representativel Clarke. Row II: B. Schneider, K. Schusterbauer, A. Mapes, S. Fridmann, Engel, Ranov, j. Anderson, B. Tzetzo CBranch Council Representativej, D. Guyett. Razr' III: L. O'Connor, P. Baker. L. Orlin. S. Ziburske. J. Jehle. L. Wlolf. Rozc' IV: M. Stiers. S. Swift, M. Jenneman. Guardalibene. S. Getman, Young. ,-- H- 'ji'-D3 .5 YZ ' 'T 5 4 fl , , ,, Q xl xifz ego I U4 Q3 2' Q 4 ff 9 ,E poll' I' fl 1 P fs Q 2 x l 'f f l ,ig , ,V f . A vll.. WA. , 1' -' - l' K-E' ' ', , W, ,pf :fl li -' fwl 2 . ' j 61 gg 4? f I 1 l- .1 ' f 'lf ,, W 1, X ff . ,. . billy, J I- I t Vfflff ' lxlt tlll, 11 twlfm , fl I l -ggi , Row I: R. Curthoys, D. Clark, J. Muffoletto CTreasurerj, D. Alex- ander CPresiclentD, T. Brunger CRecording Secretaryj, G. Zilliox fChaplainj, S. Alessi, N. Savage. Row II: R. McGrath, Chickos, B. Steul, D. Warman, R. Garrett, R. Harper, D. Kuelling, R. Baker, C. Bayless, F. Ralabate. Row III: R. Seehcr. G. Wooster, K. Miller, S. Gosch. D. Rynnc. R. Luliztrge, D. Baker. P. Sinclair. N. Vzxrcla, G. Dalgleish. SENIOR GIRLS HI-Y NORTH DELAWARE HI-Y KODAYA HI-Y Row I: J. Zent fjunior Rcpresentativej P. Hiney CChaplainD, S. Phillips fTreas- urerj, M. Hough CVice-Presidentj, J. Kreinheder CPresidentj, H. Jones fSccre- taryj, I.. Phillips fSergeant-at-Armsj, N. Hawkins CSenior Representativef Row II: C. Theiss, S. Manquen, P. Gregg. P. Trell, F.. Chantcau, P. Minster- man, B. Miller, M. Thciss. Row III: M. Ross. C. Talluto, P. Schillo, K. Babcock P. Hylkcma, D, Stauch, L. Hiney. Roni IV: Marr, N. Umheer. Burns. L. Gath. Lentsch, A. Melville, S. Gordon. A. Calianno. HORIZON CLUB Raw I: S. Wilscnn fijhaplainj, E. Klein Cwfreasurerj, L. Gath QVice-Presidentl J. Bateman QPresidentj, S. LaMothe CSecretaryD, M. Manchester fSergeant-at- Armsj. Row II: Calvin, H. Sarikas, S. Gordon, L. Clark, G. George, S. Antoni- om. Delta Chi Beta Hi-Y Raza' I: H. McRucker. R. Price QGhap- lainj. P. Slaughter fTreasurerj, j. Flood QVice-Presidentb, V. Morris CPresidentj. I. Morris CSecretaryj, W. Simmons CSergez1nt-at-Armsj, M. Gaines. Row II: J. Staton, D. Wilson, B. Brinkley, G. Sta- ton, K. Shearer, F. Robinson, N, Alex- ander. E, Whittaker. Rolf' III: F. Wil- liams. I. White, L. Edwards. W. Svott. P. Watson, L. Freeland, E. Martin. BENNETT BOYS HI-Y Razr' I: R. Mauer QSergez1nt-at-Armsj A Pegnia CSCCFCUIYYJ, R. Naples fVicc- Prcsidentj, J. Steinborn QPresidentj. E. Shosho fTreasurerj, J. Reeves Cllhap luinj. P. Scholl. Roll' II: Phillips. R. Heil. P. Rieth, L. Peterson, Golding R. Adema, D. Murcussen. Rau' III: J Russ, M. Conlin, R. May. G. Marvussen. H. MavKinder, M. Linclner. BENNETT Y-TEEN S Razz' I.' M. McGovern fTreasurerj, C. Acker, CViCe-Presidentj. J. Pestell fPresi- clcntj, A. lNIcG0vern fSecretaryJ, E. Davis QChaplainj, S. Hayslip. Row II. Q. Wfcstbrook, L. hlalonc, C. Romano, A. Himmele, J. Leman, P. Jones, S. Smith. Row III.' S, Bratton. D. Gary. L. Merz. M. Ploom. P. VVolf. A. Kemp. A. O. HI-Y Row I: S. Evans fChaplainD, M. Bevi- lacqua Qflorresponding Secretaryj, M. Roath QVice-Presidentj, C. Wendel CPresidcntJ, G. Smith QRecording Secre- taryj, F. Gouldinlg cS6fg021Df-Ht-AFIIISJ, J. Greene QJunior Representutivej. Row II: A. Pappas, P. Ziemer, C, Cor- mack, M. Mcndola, M. Mzmchester, F. Fenske, P. Krueger, A. Farrell. Row III.' M. Bonnin, J. Podd, C. Dusch, C. Schaef- fer, B. Richardson, S. Flanders, K. Sem- enick, P. Flanigan, S. Stalter, A. Witmer. The 2:4-5 bell summons Bennett students to their diversified activities. Among these can be found the Special Interest Clubs, affording their members the opportunity to follow pursuits of their own desire. On Wlednesday afternoon, one can look into room 124 and doubtless see Mr. Lynds advising the activities of the Stamp and Coin Club. Frequently the members dis- play their collections in the front hall showcases besides having auctions and an occasional speaker. Those interested in track, during the winter months, can keep in shape by participating in the activities of the Track Club. The ones interested in Held events can practice in the gym while the sprinters and long distance runners can be seen jogging around the halls, stealing drinks of water whenever the coach isnlt looking. 'WVatch that needle jump . These inspiring words can be heard whenever the Photography Club has a meeting. Showing slides and demonstrations of every- thing from developing to print mounting are a few of the varied activities of this organization. If a person has an interest in electronics, the place to go is a meeting of the Radio and Electronics Club. This organization is one of few in the state that can boast of having a Hham radio and a license to operate it. Some of their activities consist of visits to radio and tele- vision stations, the seeing of informative Films and lec- tures by electronic technicians. SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS One of the oldest clubs at Bennett is the Chess Club. Students in the club gain skill not only by playing each other, but also by learning new moves and their applica- tions. There is also competition with other schools. One of the fastest growing sports in America is bowl- ing. This can be easily proven by the ever increasing interest in our Bowling Club. The pins really Hy at the alleys whenever the club is bowling. Perhaps someday a member will bowl a 'BOOU game. Row I: D. Sirkin fSergeant-ut- Armsj, R. Service CSectretaryj, P. Liaros CViCe-Prcsidcntj, M. Brad- ley CPresidentj R. Brecker fTrcas- urcrj, T. Ernst CLibrariar1j. Raza' II: T. Parker, D. Mathews, R. Nawrocki, B. Russell, P. Over- smith, F. Chasen, R. Goldman. H. RADIO AND ELECTRONICS CLUB Platt. ' D jx .' jf, rv ff lv uh f ff! 423 'V 'J -17. -' .1 . ,. X 1 if -fq ff' 2.11 4L. ff- - 4 ' glial. Row I: F. Senn, P. Scholl Csecre- tzmryj, B. Russell fSergeant-at- Armsj, A. Schifin Cljresidentb, R. Krauss CVice-Presidentj, R. Wol- kind, C. Heubusch. Row II: H. Newman, E. Brodzinsky, M. Mor- gulis, Ahlstrom, G. Cohen, J Marien, F. Chasen. Row III: R. Moss, R. Nisengzxrd, R. Willcrt, A. Pcgnia, Hicstzmd. CHESS CLUB 141 TRACK CLUB STAMP AND COIN CLUB Row I: J. Fisher, T. Carver CTreas- urerj, D. Rynnre CVice-Presidentj F. Ralabate fPresidentQ, J. Herrii tage CSecretaryJ, C. Meyer M. Dozoretz, R. Bennett. Row II: D. Clark, Hedger, H. Lehman, T. Dernbach, Terry, S. Johnson, E. Brodzinsky, M. Morgulis. Row III: E. Finnerty, B. Steul, S. Garten. N. Varela, E. Shosho, M. Zack- heim, L. Dade. Row IV: D. Mathews, F. Clarice, R. Turk, M. Arno, Muffoletto. . W C13 7 x Q IM N , A X X x XX xxx ,, 4 xh ' f X x J ,,, y f- --4-,---1----2 -' , - -,..-,- 5 1 :P-A ,, . Row I: R, Singer, A. Wetheimer, L. Nadle CTreasurerj, D. Burns CPresidentj, S. Barzman CSecre- taryj, F. Chasen, D. Benice. Row II: M. Morgulis, A. Lazar, H. Horwitz, M. Levenson, D. Sommer, S. Ginsberg, Whitelaw, M. Bar- ney. Row I: C. Chertock, M. Barney Qlibrarinnj, D. Lehmbeck CVice- Presidentj, J. Buchman CPresi- dentj, J. Gustafson fSecreraryJ, T. Wallsten CTreasurerj, W. Wal- ter. Row II: R. Hunt, Jacobs, J. Hiestand. Ahlstrom, H. Sprin- ger, J. Shavers, R. Brock, H. Brock, F. Chasen. X ff PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB X41 ff f.. .. M X' f ,Q 1 ' v V, f ,, f ' f fx 0 . L 1-' C fr- f,..,p 4-- Row I: S. Lassman, R. Alt, A. Malkinson fSergeant-at-Armsj, D. Weber CSecretaryj, M. Lorbeer CVice-Presidentj, J. Chalmer QTreasurerJ, M. Cohen CSergeant- at-Armsj, C. Newman, C. Jacobs. Row II: H. Smallen, R. Wein- berg, D. Rosenberg, J. Stecker, S. Feldstein, A. Litman, S. Okun, S. Burnham, S. Rose, R. Mandel- corn. Row III: R. Bennett, L. Harris, D. Gritman, L. Miller, W. Wolfson, B. Ravins, P. Yavno, W. Jacobson, J. Fisher, S. Blatt. Row IV: A. Carrel, E. Wolfson, R. Maxick, M. Schaefer, R. Dickman, M. Mittleman, C. Frick, L. Lazer- son, C, Gerlach. BOWLING CLUB Monitors are the students who hold the red tape that supports Bennett High School. Actually our school would not operate as efficiently as it does without their capable and experienced help. They relieve the faculty of many of their administrative duties and free them for the more important task of teaching. The Off? monitors ale comprised of those students on the honor roll who volunteer to work as assistants in the office. They aid the secretaries by doing various odd jobs. The decorum in our halls is maintained by our quali- fied hall monitors who also have the privilege of show- ing the many visitors around the school. The competent bookroom monitors fulfill the jobs of checking, stamping and delivering new books to the teachers. The student supply store monitors keep the school store running smoothly by selling supplies to students and by keeping the supply of materials needed up to date. MO ITORS The Economic World classes give a special thanks to the projection staf for the splendid job they do of show- ing films to these classes once a week. The safety patrol does its part in Bennett's safety program by assisting the students when they cross the Street. At one time or another, all of us have been aided by the lost and found monitors who keep track of every- thing that is lost or found. In the assemblies one may see the flag marshals doing their job of making Bennett a better school by carrying the flags at the beginning and end of each program. The oflice staff greatly appreciates the work of the attendanee monitors who record cases of tardiness and are responsible for seeing that the attendance figures are accurate. Our guidance counselors are fortunate to have stu- dents act as guidance monitors. A few of their innumer- able tasks include running errands, filing cards and any other odds and ends that might come up. This school would be at a great loss were it not for our cafeteria monitors who control the chaos during the lunch hour. The gym and swimming monitors do their utmost to assist the teachers in every possible way by keeping the locker room quiet and by assisting in the instruction of classes. Last, but not least, are the library monitors who col- lect slips for the librarian and deliver them to the study room teachers. Ron' I.' Duquin, A. Alt, G. Lippcs, V. Ostberg, N. Mesches G. Hall, Kramer, S. Dozoretz, A. Deveso, A. Arbesman. Row II: J. Brink, Fisher, G. Flood, M. Miller, G. Posrner, L. Orlin, Reifer, E. Kaiser, M. Lubick, S. Katz, Umansky. Row III: M. Hoffman, M. Morgulis, G. Wendel P. Frank, G. Marcussen, N. Faber, J. Safren, S. Ziburske, M. Cohen, J. Kaplan. 62.3 EQWQQI' , ATTENDANCE AND HALL MONITORS '5Ef1.,fsafi.c2f' ff' .... N' . f ug. 4 Qwo F' -fx L .4 fl,.hv,' mil, I is ' A -. f Q f - X , GUIDANCE, Losr af EOUND MoNIToRs Row I: Greene, N. Gohen, B. Zirin, G. Cormack, P. Flanigan, R. Rosenthal, S. Stalter, B. Milch, S. Fleck, G. Wilken. Row II: S. Getman, M. Bonnin, M. Farish, M. Roath, Steinborn, D. Wells, G. Dusch, G. Wendel, G. Shein- berg, Ghalmer. Row III: D. Munch, Jacobowitz. 145 Row I: P. Ablove QCO-Captainl. D. Sandow CCO-Captainj, Woy- tak, D. Boje, M. Harris, R. Hamil- ton, B. Davenport. Rowll: R. Aus- tin, D. McDonald, K. Wright, J. Weast. SAFETY PATROL 2 FLAG MARSHALS N191 ? 1 K f wt I i f . ,yI n. 73 ' j',!,ff.f:ZQ:-fl if Z, I tj, new f' 1 -1 f 1 1X s.,x , .q. ' , L, N R. Mauer, K. Miller, C. Meyer, H, MacKinder, G. Kahn, J. Steinborn CChairmanj, D. Alexander, D. Rynne, E. Shosho, Vizzi, T. O'Rourke f l Row I.' W. Holland, E.. l'Veintraub s. Johnson, R. scheiringm-, cl Berkson, A. Himmele, M. Chertoff. How II: L. Spraker, W. Walter J. Ahlstrorn, S. Schillo, B, Bcckerl M!!-f X , S fa QQ Q td W j y, , .- i F: 'V ,. . .7 .J 2 .TV mv' W if if - '-f,- A- Row I: B. Milch, D. Gintzler, G Feinberg, Franklin, L. Fogan C. Presant. Row II: P. Frank, N Faber, J. Muffoletto, G. Lippes. W. Walch, T. Homburger, D. Mil- ler, STUDENT SUPPLY Sc BOOKROOM MONITORS MR. MILLER'S MONITORS Roze I: A. Hirnmele, L. Spiegelman. J Calvin, I. Segal, L. Sturner, S. Gandcl B. Levy. C. Gottlieb. Row II.' May- choss, Lazerson, R. Bernstein. A. Lazar, M. Frank, M. Pratter. J. Whitelaw. G Mendelow. D. Pieri. J. Katz. L. Lazerson PROJECTION STAFF Ron' I: P. Scholl, D. Gintzler, W. Wal- ter, Alilstrom, L. Gronmeyer, T. Hom- burger, Deitsch, G. Dankner, T. Wall- stcn, H. Platt, Row II: W. Harbeck, R. Frederick, R. Breeker, Gustafson, D. Sandow. D. Craw, D. Lehmbeek, D. Powell. OFFICE MONITORS Row I: A. Creson, C. Smolev, R. Wein- berg, S. Koelemeyer, Gafter, S. David- off, R. Beck, T. Rosen, S. Silverman, N. Redstone. Row II: Calvin, Law- less, S. Stalter, P. Weeks, L. Farber, L. Franklin, S. Zolte, K. Domberg, H. Pol- akoff, P. Eastman. Row III: H. Jones, P. Rickler, M. Cohen, Pestell, M. Bradley, A. Walker, A. Cartel, Krein- hedcr, J. Meseh, E. Bernbeck. Row IV: E. Kaiser, R. Diekman, S. H0fTman, D. Alexander, N. Schiller, A. Ehrlich, J. Greenberg, M. Lorbeer. Row I: S. Johnson, L. Herbst, B. Niebling, S. Kulman, Andrews S. Jacobs, S. Gorsky. C. Johnson. Row II: B. Brown, R. Sherwood. L. Baker, P. Chapin, D. McDonald, J. Muffoletto, D. Gilbert, N. Schrei- ber. Row III: T. Bunce, A Coo er D R nne S Hoffman C. P 5 - Y f - f Austin. T. Fiorella, D. Orsolits, J Sachs. . ...V A 1- 1 .avi if as W2-5.57 QE ig ,fl L. I 'll ll if-5 A-QL .. W ' . .Y ,A fl 51 Sl 6 , -.,----. Row I: J. Stiller, E. Klein, S DuPont, P. Schneider, E. Good- man, M. Hough, I. Lawrence, C Steinhauser, B. Estrach, L, Her- man. Row II: D. Hughes, G Carr, Mandelcorn, S. Feldstein, R. Schwartz, N. Lang, D. Grit- man, N. Mittelsteadt, R. Scheit- inger, C. Cormack, Row III: S. Stalter, M. Kravitz, Hauser, L. Herbst, A. Flett. M. Service, J Eichner, A. Lascari, Engel, P. Krueger, A. Farrell. Raza' IV: M. lNIelnikov, E. Wolfson, P. Young D. Gallahue, L. Lewien, P. Chapin, R. Perkins, P. Sinclair. B. Rich ardson. Terry. B. Simpson. CAFETERIA MONITORS GYM AND SWIMMING MONITORS 149 Do you wish financial success in life? If so, you're most likely to be found at a meeting of the Future Teach- ers of America or Future Nurses clubs. These groups attempt to enlighten their members about the profes- sions they have chosen. The Future Doctors Club per- forms a similar service concerning the medical pro- fession. There may be a shortage of teachers now but with an ever increasing membership in the Future Teachers of America Club this situation should be short lived. The activities of its members are many and varied, the most interesting of which have been speakers froni the Uni- versity of Buffalo and Buffalo State Teachers College. 150 CAREER CLUBS Each year there is a conference for Future Teachers clubs at Fredonia, where many of Bennettis future in- structors participate in discussions and workshops. They are also in the custom of reading stories to the children at some of the area hospitals. Those boys interested in M.D. after their names may become members of the Future Doctors Club. This group, which reorganized after a short period of inac- tivity, is now in full swing. Among some of the prominent guests who have spoken before this organization has been the Dean of the University of Buffalo Medical School. Tours of Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Uni- versity of Buffalo Medical School, and some of the area hospitals have made membership quite enjoyable. Films and panel discussions round out the program. The Future Nurses Club works in a manner similar to that of the Future Doctors. Besides their tours of tl1e hospitals, such as Buffalo General and Roswell Institute, they see films on topics varying from How to Become A Nurse , to How Surgery Is Performed. Two of their major projects are performed during the holidays. At Christmas they send favors to Children's Hospital and around Easter they collect money for Easter seals. Ron' I: Y. Collins, F. Liebler flrezisurerj, P. Krueger QViee- Pri-sidentl, P. Geyer Qljresiclentj, J. Greene CRecording Secretarryj, F. Goulding fC0rresponding Secre- toryl, L. Herman, Row II: I. Lawrence, L. Blinzler, Zent, D. Fox, S. Kronson, V. Ashley, D. Nicolau, Hofert. D. Grotz, Ron' III: M. lklendoln. A. Melville. R. Graves, N. Umlwer, Gunrdnli- hehe, B. Gustafson, Marr, I. Pulkzl. Razr' I: G. Filnieh, C. Loew, G. Holzka CTfC21Sl1fCfl, L. Phillips QVice-Presidentj D. Guyett QPres- identj, S. Phillips CSecretaryj E. Manzella, S. Koelerneyer, M. Var- rone. Row II: Eppers, A. Mapes, M. Pace, A. Witmer, D. Williams. B. Halt, Engel. Anderson, D. Huusladen, B. Schultz. Row III: M. Breaker, M. Berger, A. Calinn- no, C. Dusch, Pestell, L. Edwards S. Wilson, Gehring, H. Polakoff, M. Ross. Row IV: H. Sarikas, M. Segal, Parks, L. Konrad, C. Gary. B. Meredith, C. Sehiek. M. Bradley, M. Mnnzella. Those students who show particular excellence in a certain field of academic study are allowed to join one or more of Bennett's honor societies. Here they further their knowledge in a field in which they are interested and at the same time become better acquainted with their teachers. The junior Council On World Affairs is comprised of members who not only have an interest in world affairs but have maintained satisfactory grades in social studies. Its members have benefited from such excel- lent programs as: a panel discussion on japan, a movie on the U. N., a film strip entitled Atoms For Peace , a discussion on comparative American and Russian edu- cation, and other similar programs. The highlight of the year was the annual Model United Nations Assembly, held at Buffalo State Teachers College. Our delegation, headed by Alan Ehrlich, represented the Netherlands. They made their presence felt in all committee meetings and two of them addressed the General Assembly. The assembly, sponsored by the junior Council, proved to be very educational to the student body. One of the most demanding clubs at Bennett is the French Honorary Society. A member must not only main- tain at least an average of QOW in French but also must not fall below 85fk in other subjects. The meetings are held at members, homes and each program is different HO.. OR SOCIETIES from the last. Besides speakers, slides, taken by the ad- visors during one of their many vacations in France, may be shown. Plays may be acted out in French by some of the members. At a recent meeting the boy members came dressed as famous French artists and sculptors. In order to qualify for membership in the Latin Honor Society, it is necessary to have maintained a 90922 aver- age in first year Latin. Under the capable guidance of Miss Daly, students are better acquainted with Roman customs and the Classics. Interesting speakers, films on Rome, and games employing the Latin language help to make the program more enjoyable. At one of the early meetings members submitted mottos in Latin, one of which was subsequently adopted by the club. The Christmas party was successful as always. A very fruit- ful year was concluded with a house party. The English Honorary Society, organized just three years ago, has grown tremendously. Its members are sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have maintained an average of 90? in English. The programs seek to enlighten the members of the beauties of the language we speak. One way in which this is done is through students presenting papers on different subjects. Quiz downs on vocabulary and titles and authors of books test the members, skills. The victors often win prizes that help them in their English work. Row I: R. Blinkofff, S. Gerstman, N. Redstone ffreasurerj, E. Hed- ger CViee-Presidentj, J. Blinkoff fluresidentl, S. German CSeere- taryj, T. Homburger CProgram Chairmanj, C. Loew, L. Herman. Row II: S. Barzman, P. Krueger, W. Hoffman, P. Trooboff, F. Chasen, D. Sirkin, N. Cohen, E. Brunger, C. Kaufman, C. Chasen. Row III: D. Williams, M. Berger, P. Herring, H. Tananbaum, M. Manchester, S. Stekloff, P. Fein- stein, S. Cohen. Row IV: C. Duseh, D. Gitin, D. Sandow, D. Craw, S. Flanders, L. Franklin. I ' ,Z few rlli e lri . . if '0 2 ' XI I ,f. fly f WI Ui i x fb. if-Y '- ----M -V--A---LI it ,, ---L, I .S -2. Row I: C. Kaufman, A. Weiss, A. Arbesman CCorresponding Secre- taryj, M. Krantz QVice-Presidentj, V. Ostberg CRee0rding Secretaryj, S. Greenberg CTreasurerj, D. Levis, V. Markel. Roze'1I: Abzug. L. Kreger, F. Fowler, Reifer, Kreinheder, Chalmer, C. Fagin, G. Lippes, P. Hoffman, Row III: C. Gibson, S. Eastman, R. Turk, S. Margulis, M. Block, S. Ziburske, J. Zent. LATIN HONOR SOCIETY FRENCH HONORARY SOCIETY 153 IUNIOR COUNCIL ON WORLD AFFAIRS ENGLISH I-IONORARY SOCIETY I5-lf Kneeling: S. Edelman, P. Ablove QPresidentj, Blinkoff. Standing: F. Celinker QSecretaryj, S. German QTrcasurerj, B. Feinblatt iSer- geant-at-Armsj, S. Hoffman fVice- Presidentj, A. Ehrlich QCh:1irmz1n, Model U.N.j, P. Nathan, D. Gott- helf, B. Garson. X X x X in fi- I ..,' A13-f ' --f .5-'-' Z h u ,. 'fi' ' X .ul K 1 . , ,vs 1 l 'fb 39-fr lx 2,35 NN 1-- get f H31 mg .. 4 'fe I X xx 9- rn., 3 g Row I: N. Redstone, B. Garson, S. Fleck Qrfreasurcrj, J. Kreinheder CVice - Presidentl, S. Hoffman CPresidentl C. Steinberg CSecre- taryj, J. Blinkoff fSergeant-at- Armsj, P. Zorn, R. Judelsohn. Row II: R. Mandelcorn, T. Rosen. B. Gross, R. Stein, L. Kreger, C. Fagin, P. Hoffman, R. Weinberg, S. Rodbard, S. Klein. Row III: D. Nicolau, N. Cohen, B. Cohn, W. Hoffman, A. Bilsky, S. Bob, Chal- mer, Abzug, L. Wright. Row IV: A. Erernstoft, I. Weinberg, A. Wis- baum, E. Schwartz, P. Ullman, P. Lodico, A. Ladis. This year the French Club, whose members have been corresponding with pen-pals in Paris, Marseilles, and Nice had several of its members tell about their summer trips to Europe and France. French songs are being learned and each meeting opens with the singing of the French National Anthem Marseillaise . In its second year, the Spanish Club can boast that its meetings are held almost completely in Spanish. Through the efforts of our Panamanian exchange stu- dent, Blanca Garcia, the Spanish National Anthem has been learned. An auction was held and everyone was excited over the prizes: a Mad Comic, a banana, and an empty match box! The members of the German Club are keeping a record of the club's activities to benefit future clubs. Cultural lectures and speeches by tourists of Europe and Germany have highlighted this year's program. The Hebrew Club has a major distinction over all other language clubs - All of the ofiicers have been to Israel. Due to their knowledge, the Club has benefited in the discussions on the problems of the Middle East and the merger of Egypt and Syria. Colorful slides have been shown and this year more of the members hope to join the Israel Summer Seminar. Due to the efforts of Mrs. Hermes, a newcomer to liennettis staff, the Biology Club is well on its way to success. Some of the early programs include the dissec- tion of a frog, and a movie, entitled, Monkey into Mann. An excursion to 'Roswell Park Memorial Institute is being planned. As in the past, the Math Club has tried to present the more enjoyable phases of Mathmatics, the side that ACADEMIC CLUBS is not often aired in the classroom. One of the most inter- esting programs included a film on the use of the slide rule. A library of books on Hliecreational Math is being set up for the benefit of the members. A lecture on the molecular seive opened the series of education programs presented by the Science Club. This was followed by film strips on steel production and an open discussion on guided missile development. Mr. Snow's fireworks display and the joint picnic with the Math Club are two annual functions which everyone is looking forward to. Those who take part in the school play or show signs of interest in the theatre are invited to join the john L. Stamp Dramatics Club, which is a charter member of the National Thespian Society. This year Miss Jane Keeler, of the Studio Theatre, gave an inspiring talk on how to further oneis acting career. The Dramatics Club helps select the participants in the Variety Show and Christmas Assembly. As in the past, the Debate Societyis main project is the annual Buffalo Public High School Debate. The afiirma- tive team, captained by President jimmy Blinkoff, debated against Hutch-Tech, while the negative team, captained by Mike Meyer, stayed at Bennett to tackle East. This year's proposition is c'Resolved: That Direct United States Economic Aid to Individual Countries be Limited to Technical Assistance and Disaster Relief? There are many fine musicians in Bennett and this is shown by the ever increasing membership in the Music Club. This is a lirst year club but is succeeding very well in its attempt to point out the finer things in music to those interested. FRENCH CLUB Row I: S. Silverman, S. Dozoretz, S. Rod- bard, M. Krantz fTreasurerj, A. Arbes- man fVice-Presidentj, J. Reifer CPresi- dent S. Roseno Secretar J, A Obstein D C Y . , S. Lassman, C. Newman. Row II: T. Rosen, C. Fagin, L. Kreger, I. Pulka, L. Farber, P. Zorn, D. Klein, C. Schiff, J Kramer, E. Klein. Row III: F. Fowler, J Abzug, B. Cohn, D. Benice, L. Milstein, B. Ravins, J. Sturner, A. Bilsky, Chal- mer, C. Posner. Row IV: A. Wisbaum, I. Weinberg, S. Shire. P. Scholey. R. Doeblin, S. LaMothe, R. Lichtman. HEBREW CLUB Row I: C. Chertock, C. Kolker, R. Blin- koff, G. Dankner frfreasurerj. B. Garson QVice-Presidentj, J. Perman LPN-sidcntj. S. Fleck CSecretaryj, R. Klein CHist0ri- anj, J. Cross, R. Spectre. Row II: C. Gottlieb, P. Pepperman, S. Gerstman, M. Krantz, A. Richman, Rovall, E. Gold- berg, M. Chertoff, D. Sultanik, M. Holz- berg. Row III: L. Miller, L. Lerner, E. Gaffin, L. Miller, W. Wolfson, D. Borins, P. Yavno, H. Polakoff, M. Pfefferman, R. Stein. Row IV: S. Pudaloff, F.. Hegyi, S. Caffe, F. Chasen, E. Schwartz, D. Gitin, J. Safren, P. Pearlson. M. Freedman, C. Drozen. GERMAN CLUB Row I: C. Presant, C. Silberberg, M. Kravitz QSergez1nt-at-Armsj, B. Estrach fTreasurerj, K. Domberg CVice-Presidentj, L. Fogan QPresi- dentj, J. Pestell CSecretaryj, L. Elster, R. Haber, R. Manch. Row II: B. Grood, C. Chernick, H. Kerchner, M. Dozoretz, A. Carrel, A. Ladis, J. Fisher, V. Hampson, C. George. Row III: H. Newman, H. Davis, B. Horowitz, Ferber. J. Safren, G. Feinberg, P. Fried- man. Row IV.' M. Mittleman, R. Nisengard, R. Dickman, A. Ehr- lich, L. Mariano, W. Harbeck. H. Horwitz. Row I: S. Barzmun. T. Rosen. A. Richman, R. Doeblin Qrfreasllrerl, D. Sanclow fVim'e-Presidentj, A. Ehrlich QPresidentD. J. Block QSec- retaryj. M. Blatt QSergeant-z1t- Armsb, C. Presant, S. Silverman. Row II: S. Granatt, I. Pulka, J. Paull, P. Trooboff, A. Wisbaum, S. Fruit, B. Cohn, F. Emerling, S. Kronson, S. Cohen. Row III: A. Melville, M. Kravitz, F. Chasen, M. Cohen, E. Schwartz, B. Horwitz H. Horwitz, S. Galle, M. Morgu- lis, D. Weber. Row IV: A. Nicolau L. Gronmeyer. R. Nisengard, R. Krauss. K. Matasar. Riley, R. Moss. H. Newman. ,FE AQ F02 , il ' fffxf' W ' xx 7 l l I XXX , W J Sn ,f1,f MATH CLUB 4 W' ,.. SPANISH CLUB ,- MQ, .. ..- Rozv I: S. Klein, L. Niblack, C. Kulick, M. Davis CSecretaryj, S. Roseno CVice-Presidentb, B. Garson CPresidentl, R. judelsohn CTreas- urerj, H. Hock fSergeant-at- Armsj, A. Alt. Row II: M. Nis- senson, M. Pace, W. Jacobson, Sinatra, B. Schlitzcr, L. Wright, M. Grilc, H. Smallen, B. Leuth- ner, C. Jacobs. Razz' III: C. Perl- muter, L. Weingurten, S. Ziburske, D. Sommer, C. McClaney. D. Burns, M. Jainchill, P. Lodiro, B. Garvin. P. Friedlnnd. Row I: C. Presunt, J. Silverstein, B. Rabin fSergeant-at-Armsl, N. Schiller fTfC2lSl1TCFJ. M. Meyer fViCe- Presidentj, B. Feinblatt CPresidcntj, B. Estrach fSecre- turyb. L. Fried. B. Gross. C. Stein- berg. Ron' II: S. Granatt, L. Weiss, F. Chascn, A. Melville, F. Liebler, Snyder, A. Erenstoft. ll. Kerchner. J. Fisher, R. Bennett. Row III: J, Blovk, M. Rosengarden M. Kravitz, M. Dozoretz, G. Co- hen, S. Gaffe. M. Morgulis, E. Brodzinsky, S. Fruit. C. Acker. Row IV: M. Blatt, R. Nisengard, D. Ehrlich, A. Ehrlich, D. Sandow, R. LaBarge, K. Matasar, Zack- heim. M. Zackheim, H. Newman. SCIENCE CLUB Z9 Q, X N J X 7 ... 'Q 4 , X ig 1, if A rf ,,. BICLCCY CLUB - X ,L Row I: R, Mandelcorn, S. Lass- man. G. Cohen CSecretary-Treas- urerj. F. Thomas flnresidentj, T. Gerace fViee-Presidentb, P. Scholl CChairrnanj, M. Freedman, Ahlstrom. Row II: K. Renger. J. Stiller, C. Gerlach, A. Carrel, M. Morgulis, D. Williams. S. Barz- man. Row III: M. Roscngarden. J. Mesch. F. Chzlsen, V. Landing- ham, P. Scholey, R. Dickman, A. Klein. 158 DEBATE SCCIETY Ron' I: N. Becker. L. Sturner. C. Hall QHistorianQ, L. Arnold KSCCFCIZIFYD. M. Meyer QTreasurerj, j. Blinkoff CPresi- dentj, B. Rabin CVice-Presidentj, B. Gross, C. Steinberg, C Newman, Razr' II: M. Messina, S. Okun, Peterson, C. Schiff, B. Schwartz, Gafter, L. Fried. J. Silverstein, A. Bernick. R011 III: C. Johnson, C. Chernick, S. Nisely, D. San- dow, S. Johnson. C. Cicarell, C. Brown. B. Ravins. BENNETT STAMP DRAMATIC SOCIETY Row I: S. Dozoretz, B. Carson, C. Smith QSergeant-at-Arrnsj, E. Zearfoss CVice- Presidentj, S. Wagner QPresidentj L. Sturner CSCLTFCIZIFYL D. Gotthelf fTreas- urer, J. Perman CSergeant-at-Armsj, R. Weinberg, M. Goodman. Rozr' II: S. Johnson, S. Fenston, L. Kreger, Price, E. Davis, A. Kemp, I. Wallace, C. Cor- mack, Clarke, N. Parker. Row III: R. Finkelstein, Tegler, WV. Hoffman, R. Klein, Kreinheder, Walter, S. Brat- ton, P. Lodico, N. Hawkins, P. Shaw. Row IV: E. Davis, P. Friedman, T. Hom- burger, D. Canteen, N. Varela, D. Sirkin, F. Chasen. MUSIC CLUB Row I: R. Spectre, Q. Westbrook, J Lawless fSecretaryj, D. Ehrlich QSer- geant-at-Armsj, A. Ehrlich Qljresidentj H. Lettman fVice-Presidentj, P. Pearl son CLibrarianj, M. Breaker CTreasurerD E. Klein, P. Timm. Row II: D. Schulz C. Goldman, P. Byrnes, V. Hampson, E Miller, A. Maybergcr, S. Oakes, Becker R. Schwartz, P. Severson, E. Weintraub Row III: L. Hankin, Shavers, M Drozen, C. Gary, Russ, A. Fish, D Craw, L. Harris, B. Simpson, A. Lazar. Activities Judelsohn, Richard-Ass't. Davidoff, Susan Dozoretz, Sonya Gross, Barbara Zolte, Sandra Zorn, Patti Alumni Murray, Diane--Ass't. Bernbeck, Elizabeth Dockery, Grace Duquin, Joyce Edelman, Sue Klein, Sandra Koelemeyer, Susanne Kulick, Carolyn Messina, Maryann Richman, Arlene Stiller, Janie Susman, Sharon Classes Adel, Maxine Dockery, Grace F lannigan, Pat Franco, Nick Gary, Carlotta Goldstein, Judy Jacobson, Hynda Lipman, Annette Pleskin, Judy Ridgeway, Sharon Riso, Margaret Schaefer, Mary Ann Smith, Robert Stalter, Sandra Swift, Sue Wleintraub, Elise Girls' Sports Miss Roberts---Advisor Mapes, Ann-Asslt. Duquin, Carol STAFF LI T Kaiser, Eileen Kaiser, Elaine Stiller, Jane Swift, Sue Hall of Fame Blinkolif, James Fleck, Sylvia Getman, Susan Hoffman, Patty Homburger, Tom Judelsohn, Richard Freshmen Duquin, Carol Finkelstein, Robert Friedman, Paul Johnston, Nancy Kashin, Gail Kehr, Pat Shapiro, Donald Sophoniores Cohen, Nancy Dozoretz, Sonya Perlmuter, Carol Rickler, Phyllis Silverman, Susan Juniors Abxug, Joan Chalmer, Janice Cohn, Barbara Fagin, Carol Fleck, Sylvia Gctman, Susan Judelsohn, Richard Kaufman, Carol Matzingcr, Jean Matzinger, Mary Schwartz, Ellen Steinberg, Carla Tzetso, Barbara Weintraub, Elise Senior Tempo Lippes, Geraldine-fAss't. Boys' Sports Mr. Rosenthal-Advisor Ostroff, N athaniSr. Ass't. Yost, Robert-Jr. Ass't. Erenstoft, Alan Ehrlich, Alan Varella, Noel Wagner, Steven Young, Paul Spotlight Canteen, David-HAss't. Celnicker, F rances-Assit. Wagner, Joanne Business Blinkoff, James-4Ass,t. Circulation Celnicker, Frances, Assit. Greenberg, Joel+Ass't. Garson, Henry Photography Gustafson, Jamesf-Assit. Lehmbeck, DonaldfAss't. Ahlstrom, John Hiestand, James Jacobs, James Milch, Robert Springer, Hans Walter, Wayne Art Miss HolmlundfAdvisor Bauerlein, Mary Ann Benatovieh, Rochelle Brunger, Tom Campanella, Sandee Cohen, Phyllis Dankner, Annette Fagin, Ellen Fruit, Sandra Gafhn, Esther Gehring, Joanne George, Carolyn Grams, Pat Grams, Pam Kaiser, Nancy Levis, Diane Levite, Lenore Levy, Sonya Margolis, Mike Mendelow, Gail Moss, Barbara Orlin, Linda Paterson, Tera Phillips, Leslie Phillips, Stephanie Pollack, Eileen Restorlf, Kathy Schaefer, Mary Ann Scott, Wanda Selikolf, Barbara Steinberg, Carla Weinberg, Ina Jane Wright, Leslie Advertising Staff Mrs. Semple-Advisor Maisel, Stuart-Ass't. Clarke, Judy Feldstein, Sharon Fleck, Sylvia Franklin, Linda Garten, Sam Goldman, Richard Koelemeyer, Susanne Messina, Mary Ann Miller, Kenneth Okun, Shirley Panaro, Jo Ann Ridgeway, Sharon Rosen, Toby Weinberg, Eva YVeinberg, Randy Wisebaum, Aileen Wolfson, Winifred COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIO The Bennet High School Community Association is a valuable asset to our school. It has completed many useful and worthwhile projects aimed at making Bennett a better school and increasing the esteem of the school in the community. The largest organization of its type in Western New York, it has a membership of approximately 1200. From these members it has organized a Homeroom Parents Council to promote closer relations between the school and the home and to facili- tate contacting parents for various notices. The Association has aided almost every segment of the school population. They have held a faculty luncheon and redecorated the teachers, rooms. They have spon- sored a get-acquainted dance for freshmen, the Halloween Hop, Senior Class Day reception, and an athletic recognition dinner. They have provided insurance cover- age for pupils and faculty members sustaining injuries in school activities. Much of the financial success of our Music and Drama Festival is due to the laborious efforts of the Community Association. An athletic fund was established, the contents of which are derived from the sales of Booster buttons. Last, but far from least, the association has instituted a scholarship to be awarded to a boy and a girl rendering outstanding service to his school and community. Thus it is easily evident that the association does fulHll its purpose, and then some. Officers of the Bennett Community Association for the year 1957-1958 include: President .........,...,,..... .,.........,...,.., Mr. and Mrs. Russell Service lst Vice President ..... ......,. M r. and Mrs. Samuel Blinkoff 2nd Vice President .,...,.. .. Mr. and Mrs. Howard A. Clark 3rd Vice President ,..,., , , , Mr. and Mrs. Irving Restorff Recording Secretary ..... .,,.,. M r. and Mrs. Wlilfred Baker Treasurer ............,.,..... ...,,.......,..,. M iss Marion Shanley Athletics ....,. .... .,,..,.. M r . and Mrs. Harold Adel 162' LU In Bcnnett's Laboratory of Memory, many unusual experiments are being performed. Shall we take a look and jot down our observations? Experiment I Proposition: Colleges Materials:Generous handful of school colors Procedure: Mix well and shake Observation: In the blue and white fumes of U. B. we observe from the class of '57: Alan Freedman, president of the freshman class, Ken Parr, playing for the freshman basketball team, and Ray Skaine, of the First string freshman football team. Also coming into view are Carol Levy, Joyce Fruit, George Strauss, Benson Sunshine, Joyce Axel- rod, and Fran DeYoung. Elaine Kolbe '56 has been elected president of the sophomore class School of Nursing 5 Ron Schlenker '53 can be seen playing for the basketball team, and of course we CaI'1't miss Floyd Lippa and Erwin Weinstein '54. Next, as clouds of orange and black escape from the 'tube, we see our alumni attending State Tea- chers College: From the class of '57: Judy Clement, Esther Sutor, Barb Aaron, and Carmen Iannaccone who was elected captain of the freshman basketball team. Josephine Canna '56, has become well known as sophomore representative of the convocation board, student representative from the dramatic club, and recipient of a recent scholar- ship. Now a strange mixture of many colors reveals the lucky students attending out of town colleges. From the class of '57: Larry Edelman has been elected Vice President of the freshman class at Western Reserve. Sheila Rush represents Bennett at Chatham College, Roy Levitch at R. P. I., Lloyd Hargrave and Charles Rush at Howard, Bill Hedger and Bob Borneman at Cincinnati, Tom Klein at Harvard, and Carol Levin at Skidmore. Richard Kulick, Charles Green, Ingram Chodorow, Jean Travis, and Nancy Paul are attending Cornell. Linda Segal and Bernie Levine can be found most anywhere on the Syra- cuse Campus. Barbara Borneman '56 and Pat Burke '55 arc now exchange students in Panama. Tom Murray '55 attends St. Bonaventure University, and Judy Hedger, also of '55 has just transferred to the Uni- versity of Illinois. Dave Krantz '56 and Pete Bohacek '54 as can be expected, are both maintaining high averages at Yale. Experiment II: Proposition: Engagements Materials: Allotropic Carbon Qdiamondj Procedure: Cut to perfection Observation : Joan Feinstein '56 and Bradley Gothelf '53 Linda Kardaman '54 and Carl Snitzer '53 Marsha Berg '55 and Richard Bernhard '53 also, Roberta Cullinan '56, Eleanor Seysc '55, Theresa Riso '55, Judith Potash '57, Marie Akiki '57 Experiment III Proposition: Marriage Materials: Orange Blossoms and Wedding Bells Procedure: Stand back and throw rice Observation: Adrienne Haiman '55 to Charles Blinkoff '54 Lois Witkin '56 to Gerald Levine '53 Marilyn Bass '54 to Ronald Dozoretz '53 Diane Duquin '55 to Peter Zabel '54 Marsha Fox '56 to Bob Wagner '53 Janet Galbo '53 to Walter Ruta '53 Experiment IV Proposition: Bundle of Joy Materials: Pink and Blue Ribbon Procedure: Release the Stork Observation : Additions to the following families: Sheila fPaigeJ Celniker '55 4 boy Emily fHornblassJ Goldwater '56 - boy Joyce QEdelmanj Greenspan '53 - girl Margie fLeffJ Scheff '54-boy Lois fDuquinj Bening '51 - boy Experiment V Proposition: Armed Forces Materials: Khaki and Blue Procedure: Salute Observation: Douglas Lang '56-Los Alamos Armed Forces Base Pete Kristell '57 - U. S. Marine Corps Harvey Wigman '53 - Air Force Cadet School Experiment VI Proposition: Miscellaneous Materials: Just about anything Procedure: Ambition Observation: Ronnie Bludman '57-now a professional dan- cer under the name Ronnie Daniels Ruth Stubblebine '37-Crime Prevention Bureau of Buffalo Police Department Loftus Becker '28 - State Department of Federal Government 5 . f., f,,w5gE1,I1 - ff, mf, A VLWQQWPE' A , K V'1j4,f My A '1, ' W, -V ,, 55 ww f ww f?'f1V WMf-PM x X ,Q , QM 4 vwiixf'-Vw iw g 1,2 V 9. K . A ,. , - , ffl Q , V V+ Lv , ',,,. H - ' ,fa , K , LW , , ,gigg hg I 41,4 a w , ,Mg +1g,f3?- Q, 7 5, ylzif' 'gg' .f Q , flwfgfj, X ff ' L . aggifznsv ?4ff5lz::3 Q , . , EE223miTqgfHg25jV- ' ' f 5 'M' 'iw W Nfl-,ii,.Q 'I' f' 2 '3'5?i'59'm .2 .Haifa ' . 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' ' 'Y ' ' ,, . , ,fxvwwly f 49,167 217. iqifm, 17 iggyff mf f zUQ'Wf,'33WzZ1! 4' A 'VK , M4,3g bf , 1 , 45 y,,,,Z5w,5 3 X f ,A fi! , M f ' 'Y ' ?i?5?iYi f 5f'sf3hi',fJw 2351: ,, v 5 2'wq'j'F4f aryl, W21?:'?xpi?Q2 ',',' L ' BASEBALL 1957 Truly phenomenal . . . no other words could correctly describe last yearis great baseball team. Timely hitting and fabulous pitching were the keynotes of this tightly knit unit. But the going was far from easy- there were times that try men's souls.', It was at these crucial moments that the keen strategy of Coach Braun was best illus- trated. Whenever we were in trouble, Mr. Braun came up with the decisive move. Once a squeeze play, once a bunt, once a steal. The opposition was baffled, helpless! With such capable leadership and such spirited team play, we were undefeated in seven consecutive league games. We started off by bombarding East with a barrage of ten runs and fifteen hits. This was our big explosion of the year as we powered four home runs: Carmen Ianna- ccone f2j, Kenneth Parr, and Dave Stanton, who bashed one of the longest blasts ever seen in Schiller Park. He could have walked around the bases twice! Next came Lafayette. They tried. Our first real test brought us face to face with Grover Cleveland. Two fluke hits in the first inning landed us in grave trouble but Paul Emeriek rose to the occasion and ended the inning without further damage. He then proceeded to pitch a perfect game, with not one 'fPresi- dent reaching Hrst base. Seneca was also tough, but not tough enough, which benefitted us, since we made three errors which could have been costly had we been playing a better team. Row I: P. Emerick. P. Hennessey K. Parr, C. Iannacone, J. De Carolis, F. DeY0ung. -I. Simon Row II: F. Braun QCoachj, J Carney, A. Harick, D. Gilbert, W Iannacone, D. Jay, D. Alexander. Row III: D. Sadkin fManagerj R. Eyre. Stevens. D. Brunsky, N. Segal i 167 Burgard was another team that was good, hut not quite good enough. They fought valiantly before suc- cumbing to our great pitching ftwo llitsj and fearless base running, the most fearless y0u've ever seen. lVe scored four runs on only four singles. Unbelievable? No, just Mr. l3raun's coaching. Now the stage was set for our iiperennial painfa Ken- sington. But the i'Knights', were no match for us as we quickly scored four runs in the first inning. They beat us in football, but they ate the dust in baseball. Could this be a forecast of things to come? Technical gave us our hardest struggle of the cam- paign. They wouldn't quit! It was eight innings and three hours later, before we had finally forged into the lead and victory. The spacious conhnes of Oflerman Stadium was the scene of the championship finale. Hundreds of specta- tors cheered, and hundreds more wore grim faces, as Riverside fell prey to our overwhelming might. We had far too much for them, and for the third straight year they were dealt a smashing defeat. Throughout the campaign, our hitting attack was led by the power-slugging Dave Stanton, Carmen fAll- Highj Iannaccone, Paul Hennessey, and Jerry H. Simon. Clutch performances were also turned in by Tony Ha- sick, Ken Chlr. Basketballj Parr, and Fran DeYoung. Indispensable Jerry Carney was always in the third base coaching box flashing signals, some seen, some not seen, most disregarded. However, the outstanding feature of this splendid aggregation was the fireball pitching of our All-High Aces, Paul Emerick and John DeCarolis. In five games Emerick allowed only thirteen hits, several times missing no-hitters by only the slightest margin. Coupled with this was the fact that he struck out fifty-four while walking only nine. A most extra- ordinary feat. Because this was our permanent possession of dents, Cornell Cup II is Bennett Bennett Bennett Bennett Bennett Bennett Bennett Championship-Bennett 8 third straight title we gained the Cornell Cup. Barring acci- not far off! 10 5 3 4 4 -l 3 3 East Lafayette Grover Cleveland Seneca liurgard Kensington Technical Riverside 5 3 O l I U 1 2 Over the hurdle, just under the wire, They race determined, as if from a fire. Faster and faster around the track. The mud starts flying, so dirty and black. And now we see them 3 Rynne and Blanks, Charging down like Sherman tanks: Flying by come Pickens and Clarke. Like arrows whistling in thc dark, Beyond the horizon are Ralabate and lVIeyer, Their speed increases, higher and higher . . . These eminent people: Adlai E. Stevenson, Richard Nixon, Abdul Nasser, Bernard Schwartz, lVehrner von Braun, Mort Tool, john C. Montana, and Lawrence Welk. did not see any of our meets this year. This was very unfortunate. It is for these deprived individuals that we dedicate this article. This was the year! Or was it? Had we linally become a power to contend with? Had we changed from the mediocre to the outstanding in just one year? Well, almost. Only East, the eventual title holder defeated us soundly. ln all of the other meets we were Fighting right up to the end. W'e even managed to win one. Throughout the campaign our destinies were carried , . f, sun f A-1:4 f u 'Q V by Ray Skaine in the shotput, Charles Rush and Bob Mosedale in the half-mile, Alfred Naisch in the hurdles and Tom Carver in the mile. All of these boys qualified for the All-High meet. with Skaine, Rush and Clarke scoring points CSML Aside from this, the season was relatively uneventful. But remember, there is always a lull before the storm and there should be quite a tempest this year. lVorthy opponents: llook out! TRACK 1957 Row I: A. Naiseh, C. Rush. R, Skain, F. Clarke, N. Ritz, R. Mose- dale. Row II: R. Rosenthal tCoaehj. F. Ralabate, T. Carver. K. Munro, E. Shosho, T, Brunger. C. Meyers, Herritage, D. Rynue. A. Campbell, D. Clark, L, Ingra- ham tManagerj. Roze III: UI. Benaquist. D. Brunner. Terry S. Johnson, Steinborn, L. Dade, F. Craden, R. Batt, J. Chatmau . ,qi , W Row I: B. VVeintraub, A. Raines D. Dreyfuss, E. VVagner, A, Gers- tel. R. VVeisfeld, R. Moser: Row II: S. lVagner, C. Presant. M. 1 Schulgasser. A. Erenstoft, Jacob- owitz, M. Cohen, P. Nathan, A. Ehrlich fManagerj. Row III: R. Heis CCoaehj, R. Judelsohn, fAss't. Managerl. A. Ladis. J. Zackheim. J. W'hit.elaw, R. Seeber. R. Lipsitz TENNIS 1957 -- Each ball that whistles over the net. has the mark of a champion. Never before have balls been smashed with such vigor. Never before have there been players to smash them with such vigor. Through ten straight matches we have carried on relentlessly, giving nothing, asking nothing. A champion never lets up! Now comes the decisive Kensington match. Il' we win we are champions. If we lose . . . The battle rages on into the gray of dusk. An aura ol silence sweeps over the crowd. Nothing can be heard but the ring of the racket. Bruce VVeintraub and Richard Weissfeld have already lost one set and are down 2-5 in the second. Suddenly, as if by lightning, they are struck with new desire, new will. new courage. They fight on valiantly. The score is now 3-5. Hearts throb with each stroke. At 5-5, Sweat runs from spectators as well as players. At 6-5, a look of disbelief can be seen on all present. At. 7-5, it is all over. But that only ties us. They play the remaining set like they have never played before. They have won! Truly one ol' the great eomebacks in all tennis history. YVith two additional victories, supplied by Moser in singles and lVagner and Raines in doubles, we were once again successful. The title was ours for the third straight year, giving us permanent possession of the Robert Bapst Trophy, giving Mr. Heiss some of the fondest memories a coach could ever have. All-High positions were gained by Robert Moser, Ed- ward Wagner, Alan Raines, Bruce YN'eintraub, and Rich- ard Vieissfeld. Of the twenty-eight All-High spots avail- able in the past four years, Bennett has won 22. Al Ehrlichis boys may not always win, but they sure will be close! As our redoubtable harriers donned the Orange and Blue and began their daily practice sessions, it was clearly apparent that this campaign would be unlike any that Bennett had ever seen before. In their first triangular meet of the season, the boys displayed their awesome potential by defeating, literally swamping, lVIcKinley and East: 26, 51, 6-l-. The second contest found Bennett pitted against high- ly touted South Park and Grover Cleveland. The final tally showed the Tigers and the 'LSparksu deadlocked at thirty-six points. Grover Cleveland finished third with 57. Although plagued by illness and inclement weather, Bennett labored on undaunted, pointing for the upcom- ing encounter with our undefeated arch-rival, Kensing- ton, and always dangerous Emerson. Emerson, com- pletely overpowered, trailed with 121. Bennett, trailed with 34, Kensington won with 23. With all great teams a loss is as beneficial as a win. It spurs the boys on to even greater efforts. So it was with Bennett. In our fourth and final preliminary test we gained a phenomenal victory by trouncing Seneca and defending champions Riverside. As in previous years, the Columbia Cup Run which determines the victor, was held in Delaware Park. Our exertions during the past six weeks really paid off, as we rallied to defeat Kensington by three points. The Columbia Cup was finally back at Bennett after an ab- sence of eleven years. Frank Ralabate, finishing in fifth position, was named All-High. Freshman, Ed Finnerty, finished sixth, Dennis Clark, ninth, Paul Young, fourteenth, and Roger Batt, twenty-ninth. These have been only the highlights. For the complete story of this miraculous team see David Hughes, the manager. CROSS- CCUNTRY 19 5 7 Holt' I: R. Batt. D. Clark, F, Ral- alwate QCaptainl, E. Finnerty, P. Young. Row II: E. Rosenthal fCiO2iCl'1j, M. Morgulis. A. Klein, YV. Mitchell, C. Boyless. S. Miloro, D. Hughes fManagerj. Row III: J. Herritage, T. Carver, A, Eren- stoft, G. Feinberg, S. Garten gm-M We're going to win, said Marshall Frank before the season began. Marshall Frank was wrong. Our great? record of four wins and two losses netted us no more than fifth place in the Harvard Cup stand- ings. Far below Bennett tradition. Burgard, our first opponent, was snowed under by our ever alert defense. Early in the First quarter Talbot Freeland recovered a fumble on the uBulldog 10 yard line. Two plays later we scored on Don Gilbertis quarter- back sneak. R. FOOTBALL 1957 In the fourth quarter we scored again when Torn Brunger jarred the pig-skin from the Burgard ball car- rier. Joe Flood quickly scooped it up and raced 70 breathtaking yards through the entire opposing team. Final score Bennett 13, Burgard 0. A 17 yard, Don Gilbert - to - Dave Rynne, scoring pass got us off to a fast start against powerful Seneca. Paul Hennessey converted and we had a 7 - 0 lead. Brilliant running by Carl Johnson, on dashes of 25, 11, and 6 yards, produced our second touchdown. He reeled off 117 yards in this game, for one of the best individual performance of the year. Sparkling defensive play by Paul Hennessey, Joe Flood and Don Orsolity helped contain the nlndiansn, who were vanquished 13 - 7. VVe took the lead from Technical in the first quarter on a 37 yard run by Carl Johnson. Prospects were really looking good! Don Gilbert then whipped a long aerial to Dave Rynne, who was finally hauled down on the Tech 3. Prospects were better than good! '4This is going to be quite a dayj' screamed one of our partisan rooters. It was. ...th Row I: D. Gilbert, J. Flood, R. Turk, P. Hennessey, N. Bedell, D. Rynne, T. Brunger, G. Zilliox, G. Grabbenstatter, J. Adel, C. John- son. Row II: H. Schwartz fAs- sistant Coaehj. R. Bronstein, B. Applebaum, G. Weiner, K. Tozzo, N. Varela, G. Merrifield, T. Free- land. L. Bruek. G. Ditsious. Raza' III: G. Krystaf. D. Orsoletz, J. Sellers. R. Nissengard, R. Torron- tor. P. Chapin, S. Gosch, D. Brun- ner, A. Grazen, P. Snitzer. Row IV: J. DiVineenzo, Hedger, S. Pickens. D. O'Hara. M. MeMillon. J. Nitterauer. P. Pieri. J. Ghickos. D. Rebman Tech tied the score in the second quarter. The game is inuch more interesting. isn't it? They scored again. Now itis a real contest. They scored again. This is awful! They scored again. The gloomy fan went home. bewildered. Bennett had been dealt a smashing defeat 25 - 6. It was quite a day! This tremendous loss aroused the taine Tigers and in their next start they gored lVlcKinley 6 - O. Again. it was a fine Rynne - Gilbert - Johnson trio that pro- vided the scoring. George Weiner, Steve Gosch, Neil Bedell and Don Brunner led our staunch defense. Late in the fourth quarter Gilbert caught a punt on the Bennett 23. He took two steps to his left and turned on the gas. At the 30, he was met by two defenders, both were straight-armed. faces in the niud. At the 34 :mother Inan drove at him, he veered suddenly and the HMackH went sprawling. Three other would-be tacklers appeared on the scene. They also wished they hadn't comeg each was inet by a hone crushing block. Gilbert was now at the 20, the 10, the 5. and he was over for a score. The ovation was deafening. Just then the whistle blew. The play had been called back for a penalty. The score didn't count. ltas a hard world! This set the stage for our meeting with undefeated Ken- sington, They remainedvfundefeated. Our efforts were futile. We ran up and down the Held, gaining more than twice as many yards as the NKnights,'. But while we were occupied gaining yards, they concentrated on scoring points. Yards do not count in the final tally. Kensington won 20 to 6. lfVe closed the season by thoroughly walloping East, 27 - 0. Don Gilbert scored on a quarterback sneak, minutes before Lee Bruck recovered a fumble on the East 34. Seven plays later, Gilbert tossed to Rynne for 13 lucky yards and a T.D. Jim Adel then tallied on a 23 yard rung Gilbert firing to Rynne for the point after touchdown. In the fourth quarter Gilbert again snuck over and Art Pringle kicked his second extra-point of the day. Our eleven cylinder, power drive offense amassed well over 300 yards, our best effort of the carn- paign. Six of our players received All-High recognition. Dave Rynne was named to the Hrst team in both papers. Carl Johnson received second team. Neil Bedell, Joe Flood, Don Gilbert, and .lim Adel received honorable mention. Paul Hennessey received the honor of all honors, a chance to play in the high school All-Star game in August. Good luck, Paul! Row I: S. Katz, A. Lascari, P. Chapin, L. Herbst, R. Gurn, D. Hughes, J. Eichner, J. Rice, J. Doe A Erenstoft, Row II: G. Marcussen CManagerJ, G. Krystaft, M. Serv- ice, M. Melnikov, P. Young, L. Dale, G. Dagleish, Nitterauer, B. Raines, P. Sinclair, Perkins, R. Heis CCoachj. Row III: A. Bostrom CAssistant Managerj, A. Paul, G. Hughes, J. Sellers, M. Schneggenburger, C. Rores, W. Clack, R. Gehring, G. Schneg, D. Miller, C. Roth f SWIMMI G 1958 Bang! - and we were off, to one of our splashiest sea- sons in recent years. In every meet our boys churned the water with burning determination, only as a Rudolph Heis coached team can. Only Technical and Lafayette were better 3 Kensington was worse - far worse. But are they ever really better? We began in great style, trouncing highly trounceable East 49-19. Next to be annihilated was Kensington, 36-. 33. However, our third and fourth encounters weren't quite so successful. In fact they werenit successful at all. We lost both. But our 'Tigersu were not dismayed. Their next two opponents, South Park and Riverside felt the full fury of our pent up power. Each was thoroughly shellacked. For the All-High meet we qualified eight varsity swim- mers and both J. V. relay teams. Arno Lascari took fourth in the 100 yard backstrokeg John Eichner fini- shed third in the 100 yard freestyle and John Rice cap- tured the 4-0 yard free style with a matchless time of 19:6 to become the first 'Tiger Mermanu to gain All- High honors in five years. Our 160 yard medley relay, consisting of Lascari, Pete Chapin, Sandy Katz, and Alan Erenstoft wound up in fourth position, while Bob Gurn, John Eichner, Lee Herbst, and John Rice in the 160 yard free style relay were just nosed out by Hutch-Tech. And working with these tireless aqua enthusiasts was Jerry Marcussen, the best towel man in the business. BASKETB LL 1958 Pass, cut, jump, switch, sl1oot, rebound, defend. Done separately they mean nothing, together they signify a basketball player, and more than that - a basketball team. This year we had the men who could execute these moves perfectly, precisely. When we were non we were magnificent, a spectacle to behold, unbeatable. But twice we weren't noni' and were beaten, to finish in a tie for second place. Actually, we lost the title by only one point in that long remembered but better to be forgotten double overtime defeat at the hands of Burgard. Nervously we took the lioor against Riverside in the opening game and nervously we left the court at half- time, down by three points. But our boys had amazing determination, and as Mr. Braun once said, HThree points donit mean a y'!?'fS'kif:,'?f thing. With Al Berkeis great rebounding and Carl McClaney's superla- tive shooting three points didn't mean a '8zW? ej 8L thing. We emerged victorious 45-37. Playing against Grover Cleveland before our home crowd had a remarkable effect on our cagers. We were no longer tense, but were poised and confident. Our opposition was completely overwhelmed by a barrage of 52 points in the middle quarters. Four men hit in double figures for us: Talbot Freeland 22, John Herritage 19, Carl McClaney 16, and Alan Berke 10. Final score: Bennett 85, Grover 51. Lafayette, led by former Bcnnettonian Arthur Lloyd, proved as slight a foe as was Grover. Our overall super- iority was far greater than the 68-41 margin showed. Again we had four men in double figures, high scorer being Carl McClaney with 18 big points. Next came Freeland with 16, Berke with 13, and Herritage with 11. 176 Row I: R. Frederick, D. Gilbert, T. Freeland, J. Herritage, A. Berke, C. MeClaney, E. Blanks, P. Emer- ick. Row II: Fred Braun CCoachj D. Sadkin fManagerj, R. Patter- son, Hazelet, N. Bellanca, R Eyre, D. Kreinheder, D, Alexander, E. Hankin CAssistant Managerj Row III: B. Yost fManagerj, C Hunter, R. Maclin, C. Gosch, S Miloro, J. Lewis, E. Finnerty, R Torrontor fAssistant Managerj The South Park game, if it can be called a game, was another contest which will be long remembered, not be- cause of the quality of the play, but because of the lack of it. Berke, Herritage, and Freeland combined for 39 points as we won 58-25. Kensington yielded 45 to 36, but not before giving us our best battle to date. After Al Berke fouled out with a quarter remaining our 11 point lead quickly dissipated itself. With 2:03 left wc were up by only three. Things looked bad, but Talbot Freelandis two arching jump shots and John Hazelet's key basket broke Kensington's back. As before, our incomparable rebounding proved a tremendous asset, with MeClaney and Berke completely controlling the boards. Fourteen L'Tigersf' played against Emerson, as we won in another of our Htoughw games. 72-58 was the score, with Freeland, Bcrke and MeClaney splitting 55 points. This was our best day from the foul line, hitting 75W of our free throws, a performance we never again equaled. McKinley dealt us our first defeat 59-53 although we made two more field goals. Down by nine at the half, we came on strong and with six minutes remaining had closed the gap to four. But then our seven fouls were converted and McKinley scored eight points. VVe were finished. Berke and Herritage scored 18 and l6 respec- tively. We gave it all we had and it wasn't enough. It was as if a lid had been placed on our basket. But still Bur- gard had to play its hardest and best ball of the year to beat us. In the sudden death overtime period, we had eight straight shots at the basket, not one went in. Bur- gard had two shots, one went in. Don Gilbert was high with 16 while MeClaney, Herritage, and Berke caged 38 more. Final score: Burgard 67, Bennett 66. An all-out team effort characterized the Seneca game. Our balanced attack completely overpowered them, as Freeland, MeClaney, and Berke scored in double figures. The big threef' could not be stopped. We won by 10 points, 45 to 35, in a truly well-played game. We entered the Technical game seeking revenge since it was Tech who had shattered our perfect season last year. They were helpless, hopeless and defenseless. Their All-High forward Currie Ball was held to ten points. Again four men tallied in double figures, led by Carl McClaney's 21 and Don Gilbertls seven stolen balls and seven assists. By game's end we had blasted them by thirty-seven points - 75-38. East fell in our wake 62-48. Our great shooting, pass- ing, and overall defense awed everyone, surprised Mr. Braun, and dumbfounded East. Berke's 17, McClaney's 16, and Freelandls 14 led the scoring while Don Gilbertls passing was magnificent. Our first post season playoff game was against Ken- sington, one of our many victims during the regular season. However, we lost our conhdence, we lost our poise, we lost our will, we lost everything, including the game. For the first time in eleven years we placed sec- ond to Ken in a basketball game. McKinley, our consolation game opponent, tried to play ball but just couldnlt. In this final game our team, led by Elbert Blanks, was truly superb. The only thing close was the score Q58-Slj as we completely demoral- ized the Macks . Our overall depth and ability was clearly seen in the All-High selections, where every member of the starting five was accorded recognition: Alan Berke made first team, Carl McClaney and Talbot Freeland, second team, John Herritage and Donald Gilbert, honorable mention. Prospects for next year are better than great Qno liel l Returning will be Talbot Freeland, Don Gilbert, Elbert Blanks, John Hazelet, Don Alexander, and many others. Competition for berths on the team will be so tough that some of this year's returnees may not be on the club next year. Even next yearis managerial staff will be great, having labored under the industrious and inimitable Don Sadkin for a whole season. H ,,. . d . Q- - r if Paul Emerick Dave Ry nne Richard Weisfeld v LL-HIGH The epitome of success in the Buffalo public schoolis inter-school athletic program is being designated a mem- ber of an ALL-HIGH team. We at Bennett are fortu- nate that we are so capably represented in sports that a significant portion of the ALL-HIGH teams is composed of Bennett athletes. The following seniors have earned this distinction. Paul Emerick Baseball Bruce Weintraub Tennis Richard Welsfeld Tennis David Rynne Football Alan Berke Basketball Bruce Weintraub John Rice Swimming Alan Befke CHEERLEADERS john Rice First Row: B. Hall, C. Kaufman, V. Markel Second Row: D, Gotthelf, B. Bursuck. 179 GIRLS' SPORTS In addition to the required curricular activities in the physical education department, each girl at Bennett has the opportunity to participate in the '4After School Sportsi' program. No special honors must be achieved in the regular gym class to permit a girl to take part in the healthful sports program which is offered. This year under the able leadership of Miss Roberts, Mrs. Strunk, and Miss Baecher, Bennettis vivacious girls overflowed the gym, enthusiastically supporting .this program. For the coveted c'Gold BN could be acquired for active participation in, baseball, basketball, volley- ball, swimming, and refereeing. Miss Baecher undertook the task of supervising the synchronized and life-saving courses in swimming. BASEBALL Once again baseball proved irresistible to the girls and they responded to the clarion call in large numbers. Teams were formed from the different classes and round robin tournaments were then played to decide the superior team. To everyone's amazement a sophomore team was left undefeated in these games and therefore played Junior 6, who had previously upset Senior 6 in a smashing one point triumph, for the Championship. Suspense charged the air the day the two rivals met, each eagerly anticipating a victory. However, the game ended in disappointment for the Juniors and the Soph- omores won a well-deserved victory. Well, there's always next year, Juniors - good luck! The Champs: Natalie Coleman, Abbie McClaney, Sandra McGrains, Hattie Cummings, Linda Franklin, Marilyn Fabozzi, Sue OiNeil, Bertha Hendricks, Cora Lesman SWIMMING Of all the sports we Freshman agree, That swimming creates the most misery, Though a morning shower may be refreshing, A first period dip is very depressing. Regularly, on Tuesday afternoon, the Bennett pool is graced by many future Esther Williams'. These are the girls of Miss Baecher's Synchronized Swimming Class who work throughout the school year to originate and perfect graceful, unified routines. Nine of the girls in this program presented a beautiful routine at a High School Clinic at the University of Buffalo on January 26th. These girls gained valuable experience from the interesting lectures and the observ- ance of other schools synchronized programs. Those who participated in this program were: Ann Farrell, Jane Stiller, Janet Hauser, Sue Pettipelce, Nancy Mittlestead, Eileen Jacke, Carol Steingauser, Sue Maul, Linda Carroll. IN TER-HIGH ATHLETICS On Wednesday, December 4th, the second in a series of inter-high school athletic meets was held at Lafayette High School where 24 Bennett freshman girls met with the Lafayette junior girls. The activities held at this meeting included running relays, deck tennis, basketball, and free swimming with instruction for non-swimmers. Following these exercises, the students gathered for re- freshments prepared by the host school. Unlike most inter-high meets these stress better under- standing and co-operation among the students rather than emphasizing competition. GOLD B GIRLS Row I: M. Bevilacqua, Calvin, T. Deveso, L, Blinzleer, M. Hough, K, Schusterbauer, V. Burstein, C. Alaimo, M. Riso, L. Powell. Row II: G. Bryans, Duquin, N, Hawkins, J. Price, S. Stoeckel, M. Mendola, Brink, M. Krantz, S. Stalter, V. Morris, D. Guyett. Row III: E. Hedger, B. Halt, D. Hahn, L. Selby, G. Holzka, Young, Selby, P. Baker, M. McGovern, C. Hutton. Row IV: S. Phillips, C. Vitello, H. Hock, B. Deinzer, M. Dormann, J. Kaufman, L. Spraker, L. Phillips. Row V: G. Smith, B. Meredith, Ferber, W. Scott, B. Simpson, D. Murray, C. Wendel. MAJORETTES Back Role: M. Smith, F. Guadzng- mino, P. Murphy, E. Schnall CDrum Majorettej, M, Hawkin, J. Garten- uto, P. Emerick. Kneeling: M. De George, N. Mesches, E. Smith BASKETBALL This year our remarkable Sophomore 3 team had the experience of playing in both the Baseball and Basket- ball championship games. This group won the baseball plaque, but forfeited the basketball championship to the Senior 2 team. Although Sophomore 3 was a keen com- petitor, the Senior 2 girls showed outstanding team skill, experience, and spirit, which is needed to win any game. Members of the Senior 2 team were: Betty Deinzer, Carol Alaimo, Joanna F erber, Carol Wendel, Garmela Vilello, Joyce Duquin, Barbara Meredith, lWary Ellen McGovern, Jacquelyn Kaufman, Bonna Simpson, Mar- garet Riso, Wanda Scott. DRILL TEAM As the 1957 football season approached, excitement was brewing in the girls gym. The simple explanation for this is just two words - Drill Team. For many girls this was their first year on the 40 girl team, organized and directed by Mrs. Strunk and Mrs. Jacobs. Many new routines were initiated and a regulation uniform was established. The skill and precision of our girls was shown at the DRILL TEAM Bennett-Ken football game when the girls appeared with a new routine using orange serpentines. VOLLEYBALL To finish off this seasonls girls' sports program the game of volleyball was offered as the final means of acquiring a letter. Many girls who have already scored enough points to receive their letters take volleyball for the sheer pleasure and enjoyment they have in playing this game. GOLD B This year the entire girls' sports program was crowned in May by the presentation of letters and gold pins. Four inch letters were awarded to girls who have won 150 points, six inch letters, to those with 300 points, seven inch to those with 400 points, and the well earned Gold Bl' went to those industrious girls who had amassed a grand total of 500 points. 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Compliments of Mrs. Kramer and The Girls of 207 LEARN TO DRIVE Dual-Control Cars Standard and Automatic Shift HERTEL KIDDIE SHOP Smart fashions in Pre-Teen sizes Hee Home Pickup Service l484 Hertel Ave. Open Evenings 'til 9 SHUR-DRIVE AUTO SCHOOL Comer of Sterling Rl. 8843 Compliments of KRESGE'S Central Park Plaza Store 0 Q 0 c'f4frie1f1J4y Place fo SADF ' A Friencl ' Compliments of Gustav A. Frisch, Jeweler UNIVERSITY PLAZA 195 Best Wishes To The Graduates CHAPlN'S PHARMACY BE. 3072 ...fromm 1416 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, N. Y ALL THE GIRLS SPAIN BEAUTY SHOP EX. 1712 M109 1444 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, N. Y A love that comes straight from the heart A spirit strong and true A loyalty pledged from the start Shows D. G.'s meant for you. Someone who understands my need A need for friends and fun A group whose helpful, kindly deeds Are meant for everyone. Her constitution far and wide Makes strangers close, dear friends A special warmth fills me inside When D. G. meetings end. To everyone who's in D. G. I feel a special glow. l hope that you will share with me. This feeling, I love so. Compliment! of pdf!! fdge Super lllarlzeu LITMAN 8. SONS Wholesale Dealers FRESH BROKEN EGGS FROZEN EGGS -- SHELL EGGS Phone: BAiley 1002 642 Sycamore St. Buffalo 6, N. Y YOUR TIRE SERVICE Prop. Max Raike Vulcanizing - Capping Used Tires - Wholesale and Retail 258 Broadway WA 1713 Buffalo 4, N. Y X + Y + Z I Success The Math Club BEACON The Sisters of SIGMA give this dedication To Bennett our strong and worthy foundation. Your halls still echo with memories we cherish, Myriads of dreams which never shall perish. May your prestige endure with the classes to come, Congratulations To The Graduating Class of '58 from Miss Murphy's Sophomore Home Room May your alumni return and call you their home. 4 O 7 !ge5f qfwsdcs fhom Sophomore Homeroom 128 DRY CLEANING ' PRESSING 0 DYEING .lERRY'S DRY CLEANERS 165-58 E. UTICA ST.-iPLANTl-Phone GR. 7744 206 E. FERRY - PHONE GR. 77ll 853 JEFFERSON AVE.--PHONE GR. 3600 T013 KENMORE AVE. - PHONE BE. 6677 Ja .Nacien ca RESTAURANT - PIZZERIA Fine Italian - American Cuisine Compliments of the CENTRAL PARK SHOPPING PLAZA Congratulations To The Graduating Class of 58 from Mrs. Scobie's Homeroom 414 The Girls in 113 ' A Friend Gnd Miss Thiel Best Wishes Senior Girls' To The Homeroom Class of 1958 3 1 5 from the 7 Boys in Room 320 Wendy June Barbara Elaine Rozzi S. Linda Carol Lindabe Doris Pat Carmel Shirley Freshmen Boys Elizabeth Joanne Lynda Carmela Margie Sandy Nancy Rivka Penny 0 T R 0 0 rn 2 1 2 June Josiecy Shirley Diane Sham M i ss Sh erma n Joyce ,lean Remember the roof Remember the glass Remember the fun In Mr. Heusel's class The Boys in 302 Complimentx of DIAL CLEANERS 2496 Main Street One Hour Martinizing Phone: Wlnclsor 5733 HOWARD A. CLARK Licensed Manager and Owner of Stock, Lockwood 81 Clark Funeral Service Room 117 will graduate And our last -BEACON is '58, So with a tear and lots of pluck, We wish Bennett the best of luck. E. Judie Cohen Sue Cohen Lucy Coleman Mary Ellen Coyle Judy Crehan Patty Cristall Diane Czyprynska Annette Dankner Marion Dankner Edythe Davis Madeline Davis Betty A. Deinzer Priscilla fPamJ DeJoy Janyce Denby Toni Deveso Sandy DeWitt Mary Dorman Joyce Duquin Barbara Eisenberg Peggy Emerling Beverly Estrach Sandy Evans Selma Factor Jo Ferber Gloria Fibich Mina Hough Alicia Kemp Geraldine Deloris R Marilee Rogers Karleen Shearer Shirley Wortman Sue Ziburske eed , err Divita Bev Zirin 2775 Mum sf. PA. 8 J 7 Karin Domberg ' e'- I V..l...l - agar I A 'l., e Lp r't' -i,,t ' ' h ' 'i ..,.g -'-' 1 Wll' ...r w v .l , . iteies2ffefzf3!.2fiE2Q'f f ' i - -ffftff?1' ....'. , if -A i' ' SS' . .. A - b u ffa lo ' - New Printing Plant Nearing Completion at Wa.fhington and Scott Streets An ultra-modern printing plant under construction in the hub of Downtown Buffalo is tangible evidence that THE NBIWS is keeping pace with the growing needs of this bustling' metropolitan community of ours. BUFFALO EVENING NEWS MOhawk 3333 for Home Delivery Besfwishesfo Mrs. Cohn's Model Homeroom BENNETT from 3 O 5 YOUR NEXT DOOR NEIGHBOR BUFFALO METER C0. Manufacturers of Meters for COLD WATER - HOT WATER OILS - CHEMICALS OTHER LIQUIDS 2917 Main St. Buffalo, N. Y. PA. 1101 Larry Weeze Weiskoff Sid Teeball Teibel Jeffery Guns Tarrant Mark Get-A-Job Sunshine Richard Pancho Weissfeld Laurent Muscles Williams Jerry Snake Sinatra Bob Sonny Rauer Kevin Kev Dolan Erny Sweets Shosho Nelson Apples Schiller Ira Shneed Schneider Jim Sener Senefelder Noel Ace Varela Dave Sugarfoot Sommer George Gorgeous George Seay Joe Toughie Vignere Bruce Gorgh Weintraub Jerry Speedy Simon Arnold Ernie Vasbinder Gary Gare Singer Marshal Zeffy Zeldis Colin Oboe Smith Donald Donnie Serota Roland The Runner Turk Ken Ace Hausler Bob Bigmouth Schroeder Frank Chichi lnserie Jim Viz Vizzi Frank Stosh Stegmeier Chde 0346 CONGRATULATIONS TO MURRAY D. LY DS AUTO, FIRE, AND LIFE INSURANCE Representing Nationwide Insurance Columbus, Ohio THE SENIORS! ir af if From Miss Dinsmore and the Senior Girls of 311 l Mary Ann Linda Annette Deeny Pat Donna Diane Joan Jo Anne Joanie Margaret Marlene Arlene Sue Ruthie Helen Pat Kay Anita Iris 319 Judy Barbara Cookie Linda Gail Marsha Carol Sheila Linda Diane Jeanette Marilyn Kitty Joanne Linda Bonnie Lois Barbara Ginny 317 Dianne Barb Sue Stephannie Leslie Pat Barbara We'd like to pay tribute to those who'oe helped most, So to our homeroom teachers we'll drink a toast We admit at times we'zfe been a little wild Maybe next year a boy's home room will be mild. if 51.1 In J B A fe a '4 Hats of to Miss Daly and Miss O'Brien.'! J udv Sue Diane Jean Leona Joyce Jean Karen Pat Angie Joyce Vivian Mary Ellen Mary Ann Bev Frances Loretta Rosemarie Louise Katy 200 'l'he weeks are passing swiftly, Hours are measured carefully, Each day becomes more precious to Those who must part At the close of this school year. Games we must attend, All around we try to be, Meets are cheered onward, Meetings of our clubs Are called forward. Participate as we try, we cannot Hold back that all Important day Graduation . The Girls of Blue and White Compliments of Miss Egner's Junior Girls ln 403 Compliments of THE GIRLS' CIVIL DEFENSE CLUB The room of galore Three twenty-four Not freshmen But SOPHOMORES l We didn't go out for sports in the fall No one's on the track team, or plays football But we dedicate to the seniors, for the work that they've done - This space in the BEACON from the girls in 401 FROM MISS HAYES' GREAT HOMEROOM 3 1 4 Seniors: Congratulations To You From the Girls in 402 0' J FRGM THE GIRLS IN 225 Z Z 2 PATRCNS Baker's Esso Service Blitzer's Kosher Delicatessen Tacoma Food Shop Charles Garten Durkin Drugs, lnc. Compliments ofa Friend S. Korman Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Popper The Girls from 221 Charlie Brown, 2217 University Hall Mr. and Mrs. Carl Snead Mr. and Mrs. Jack Horwitz Compliments of a Friend PhiI's Credit Jewelers Mr. Jerry Blanke J. DiPaola Randy and Ronnie Mr. Robert Spence and Fam Peter Rudyks ily Ben Szynkowski Frances E. Rich Kenmore Boot Shops Mariano Gaglione Charley Gaglione James A. Herzog Mickey La Longe Jasper Family Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hiney Joseph Palanker Joseph Gruser Compliments of a Friend George Schenecker Dr. Alfred P. Fried Mr. and Mrs. Luther Ridgeway A Friend Russ and Carol Messina Florita Smith Big Bob and Pal Al Buffalo Audio Center 'The Best ls Yet To Be AAA Homefwm 412 COMPLIMENTS or Compliments ot the Junior Girls of 415 A A A A A A THE BEST HOMEROOM TEACHER From The Guys MRS. GABRIEL In Homeroom 328 A A A FROM HER SENIOR GIRLS IN HOMEROOM 217 2 CONTRIBUTE To The MUSCU LAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION Heart Fund Q Cancer Drive SU R-CAL I IE rdwa Ye Store 316 Hardy Street EM. 4539 if 'A' 'A' 7 Sophomore Sol s From The Boys Good Food - Reasonable Prices' In U. A. R. , ' I' ' THE PLACE TO MEET AND EAT kmalfly q'!ICIVl6'5 . . . - 9 TO THE STAFF From The Editors ' 453 E. Barstell Street 0 Tonawanda, N. Y. C The 'Great Congnirelqfn Liver Un MM B.W A MAZEI. TUV TO ONE AND ALL C pl T -AJ of An Alumnus C pl f f Rt dH yR Id V' A. G. PRETZEI. CQ. Our Dough for Yours Wholesale and Retail Distributors 1345 South Pree Rd. HA. 645i me SAop Best Wishes To 154 Drone Street The MEN ln The . Senior Class O Catering To Infants' Needs For Over 28 Years From Their Compatriots ' in Homeroom 232 Phone: RA. 3583 205 DE 5786 Rl 6461 Compliments of G. A. L. Photographer! We Supply The Beacon JAMES H. GUSTAFSON DONALD T. LEHMBECK 190 Sanders Rd. Buffalo 23 . . Upfown Florist . . . 396 ETT ST. THE BEST FOR LESS JACKIE'S DELICATESSEN Pleeleroeg Our SPKCZHZQI 426 Slddle St. BufTolo, N BU. 1398 Besl of Luck To The Class of 1958 V From . .. The ? '? ? in Homeroom 120 Compliments . . . of . . . SARAH STERN A FRIEND SETON REAL ESTATE 126 Remove Street FE. 1362 v We Sell The Earth Engravings for Bennett Beacon by - S U PE R IUR - ELECTRICALLY ETCHED HALFTONES STEP 8. REPEAT COLOR PROCESS GOLD STAMPING PLATES FLUSH MOUNTING 207 Q1 K s 2 Z I fa , M fi M 'Q A , Ii Va Mm aw 4 226 ig A .E 5, gd ,A ,,x. W2 The yersonrxglfi at Agjtcrafti ovy Colm: Prmtkers gy ,. 4 -f::: s :-, 3 5' Q ,xx 4 Q, 3 A .A X- af V... I Ifls . if Q2 ' nz i Ax T ' ett T , , ,-, J 5 VQQ5 o 3 n n I have been 1n producmg. x , '.ef. :,. S A,. e',,e,,f We alidiifeel flattered 111 havmg I glifgffio he team prodtlcmg 'these yearbooks credltable awards 1n yearbooktteompetztlon. e . ,iza 'I ' 5 Our sincere congratulauons to Body a aaat T e afhd of Bennett High Schoqli ., VY UAW. ,W W. ,S .ww .wW:vt awww,-Www' dew' ' ftywgw S Mama- 86 ELLICOTT ST. WAshlngIon 3241 g BUFFALO 3, N. Y. COMBINED WITH ARTCRAFT ENGRAVING CORPORATION D P. WEYLER, P d I 208