Bennett High School - Beacon Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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DEDICATIO The students of Bennett High School take great pride in dedicating the 1959 edition of the BEACON to our new principal, Lloyd A. Miller. The entire stu- dent body rejoiced last june upon learning that the difficult task of guiding Bene nett forward to even greater heights was to pass into the capable hands of Mr. Miller. A graduate of Hutchinson High School, Lloyd Miller furthered his education at Bul'falo's own university. There he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and his Masters Degree in Education. Riverside High School was the first to feel his valuable influence, hrst as a teacher of business and later as assistant principal. In 1957, Mr. Miller came to Bennett from East High School where he had also served as assistant principal. Mr. lNliller's hearty support of Bennetts' teams reflects not only his loyalty to our school, but also his avid interest in the world of sports. Summer finds him spending many enjoyable hours fishing and water skiing from his fourteen foot craft. During the opposite months of the year, ice skating, a family activity, pro- vides wholesome relaxation from the demanding duties of a principalship. His short term as assistant principal of Bennett was positive proof of Mr. Mil- ler's outstanding ability to work with teenagers. The task of handling discipline cases was a diflicult one. His willingness, however. to see a problem from the stu- dent's viewpoint and handle it with understanding guidance, yet firm action, won for Mr. Miller the respect and admiration of the entire student body and faculty. For his valuable help and co-operation throughout the year, the Beacon Staff extends sincere thanks to Mr. Miller and echoes the sentiment of the entire school by declaring: XN'elcome Aboard Skipper. 2

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,wfxm Published by the students of Bennett High School - 1959 Cover design by Phyllis M. Cohen Division pages: Photography: .lames H. Gustafson Arr: Mary Ann Schaefer Donald R. I-ehmbeck

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FOREWORD There is a society, where none intrudes, By the deep sea, and music in its roarg I love not man the less, but nature more. -LORD BYRON As man turns to nature to find comfort from the complexities of the modern world, he tends to look to the sea as a mirror to reflect his sundry moods. Perhaps it is the tranquility of the sea which attracts man most of all, for in this he finds peace of mind. Man is often referred to as a ship and an analogy is likewise drawn between his life and the sea. When the seas become turbulent, it is the nature of the crew to look toward the eventual calm. So it is with the mind of man. The lakes, rivers, and oceans allow man to release his everyday tensions through canoeing, sailing, and other water sports, as Well as through the passive pleasure derived from watching nature's soothing waters. Throughout the pages of this book we have attempted to create an atmosphere which, also, will pro- duce the relaxation brought forth by the sea. Gradually our city is being brought closer to the sea. The construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway will bring about the development of Buffalo as an impor- tant world seaport, this position is vital to her industry and commerce. Inevi- tably, there will be a profound effect upon the lives of her future citizens. As students of Bennett, we are directly concerned with the new importance of Buifalo, brought about by the unprecedented nearness of the ocean. Thus, it is both fitting and proper that the theme of the 1959 Bennett BEA- CON be of a nautical nature. We appreciate not only the beauty of the sea, but also its value to our city and its effects on the future lives of the students of Bennett. -james Blinkog 3