Peabody Veterans Memorial High School - Meta Yearbook (Peabody, MA)

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MET A P. H. S. T wenty-four iMWmi SOPHIE A. DANDES “The silent woman is the rarest gem.’’ Class Basketball Science Club Sophie has proved to be a faithful and an ardent student during her four years with us. She is very modest and shy, but we are confident that regardless of her retiring manner she will be successful in anything she undertakes. PENELOPE H. DeCOULOS “Good dispositions win good friends.” Glee Club Science Club In Penelope we have found during our High School course, a companion, possess- ing a good disposition and a pleasing per- sonality. Although of a seemingly quiet nature, to her friends she has often proved co be the life of the party. We are hoping that our path will often cross hers when we leave P. H. S. EILEEN M. DESMOND A companion that is cheerful — is worth gold.” Science Club It is an impossibility to be gloomy while cheerful “Dessie” is in your midst. Her pleasant company, ready wit, good nature and jollity have certainly added im- measurable brightness to our school life. The host of friends that her cheery dispo- sition has won for her wish her every success.

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P. H. S. MET A Twenty-three SHIRLEY A. CUSICK “ Charm strides the sight, But merit wins the soul.” Here we have a prim little lass, whose heart is bubbling over with friendliness and sincerity. Her pleasing disposition has gained for her the respect and admir- ation of the entire class. In your search for success in the business world, Shir- ley, you will find us all rooting for you. ANNA C. DAMM “Good nature is an element of success.” Glee Club Anna came to us four years ago with the ambition to become a stenographer and has succeeded admirably. Her good na- ture and charming way of winning friends are sure to help her in future years. Good luck and may she be happy in her busi- ness career. BLANCHE M. DANDA “A delightful presence — charm in abundance.” Some people seem to have that power of winning friends by being the true friend. Blanche has this power to the nth degree. As she goes forth to con- quer the business world, we feel sure she will, by her talents and amiability, win not only other friends but also no small measure of the success she seeks.

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P. H. S. MET A Twenty- five LEO J. DONAHUE Every cloud has a silver lining.” P. H. S. Revue Strand Night All of Leo’s clouds must have a silver lining if we can judge by his sunny dis- position. “Leo” with his keen sense of humor and frolicsome nature, has long provided us with considerable amusement. His excellent disposition and quick wit are sure to be instrumental in his success. JOSEPH L. DOOLING Perseverance eeps honour bright.” P. H. S. Revue Meta Staff Debating Club Not tranquil, not boisterous; not se- rious, but not light-hearted; not zealous, but not unheeding; not constant, but not frivilous; — in fact “Joe” is the happy me- dium tacitly desired by all of us. With balanced qualities like these we cannot but feel confident that success will be his. DORIS G. DORGAN We only see .in a life-time a dozen faces mar ed with the peace of a contented spirit.” Science Club Woman’s Club Red Cross Carefree, happy and a true friend! Thus may we truly characterize our little Doris. How well we can appreciate a person who sees only the bright side of problems! For this reason we shall miss Doris. We predict a happy future for her, a future which she richly deserves.