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

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Page Twenty META JAMES P. FOLEY. “This above all, to thine own self be true. — Shakespeare. Naturally g-ifted, James has exer- cised his talents to the fullest extent, and has been a real asset to the class in all its activities. His work was es- pecially no ticeable in English, and he was a contributor to “The Observer,” with a well written story, “The House That Might Have Been.” As secretary of the “Benia,” he kept a careful rec- ord of the debates held by that society, and his faithful attendance at all the meetings was an indication of his in- terest. Active and untiring in the pur- suit of things calculated for his own development, he possessed the ability of subordinating himself to the inter- ests of the class and the school. ARTHUR J. GAVIGAN. “Gently to hear, kindly to judge.” Our class president, and captain of the football team, “Art” reaped the re- ward of his popularity in the impor- tance of the positions which his class- mates and teammates saw fit to con- fer upon him. A true leader, he worked diligently in these capacities for the best interests of the class and the success of the team. As an as- sociate editor of the “Meta,” he per- formed his part in an equally credit- able manner. His school life has been an active one, but he has found time for study, as is shown by the fact that some of his class work was deemed of a sufficiently high standard to be pub- lished in “The Obseiwer.” We can re- ly upon him to perform his duties in life in an equally capable manner. GLADYS M. GILBO. They accomplish much who diligently toil.” A quiet diligence and a dignified de- portment distinguishes Gladys among her classmates, and the ready ease with which she lends herself to all the activities of the class, has made of her one of the most popular members of 1923. She always does well in recita- tion and answers questions in class with the calm confidence that comes from careful preparation. Her won- derful disposition has made for her a host of friends and her pleasing per- sonality is a distinct asset to the class, while her agreeable spirit is a con- tributory factor in all its accomplish- ments.

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META Page Nineteen EVA M. FAY. “Know then thyself.” — Pope. Secure in self-reliance, Eva scorns adversity and wrings success from the most difficult of effort by the con- fidence of her purpose. Unobtrusive in demeanor, she is never failing in performance, and the class is abund- antly enriched by her presence. Pos- sessed of a confident spirit, she has ever been eager to lend the strength of her friendship to her classmates, and we have received from her far more than we can estimate for it has been impossible to correctly value the contributions which she offered to our activities, because of the quiet, unas- suming efficiency of the donor. EDWARD P. FENNESSEY. “Who mixed reason with pleasure, and wisdom with mirth.” — Goldsmith. Equilibrium always gives poise, as- surance and steadfastness. “Ed’s” most marked characteristic is his equilibrium. It has given him stead- fastness of purpose, poise in making him a well balanced gentleman, and assurance in gaining his end. An ac- tive interest in school activities has stamped him as a real member of the class. Diligent in class, active in pur- suit of high marks in his studies, he has, nevertheless, been always ready to participate in the more pleasant ac- tivities in school life. A part of every mirthful Incident his course has been one of pleasure and profit. We ex- pect that he will be equally capable of getting the most out of life in its serious and pleasant aspects. MICHAEL J. FLYNN. “Genius only leaves behind it the monuments of its strength.” A truly capable spirit, chastened and controlled by an innate modesty and a diligent purpose, “Mike” has been one of the brightest stars in the firmament of 1923. Ever striving for the best in everything that he undertakes, he ranked as an honor student at gradua- tion. His literary abilities were shown in his contributions to “The Obseiwer” and his work as a member of the staff. He was also editor-in-chief of the “Meta.” As a member of the Peabody High School debating team, he per- formed a prominent part in the debate with St. John’s, and his work was largely instrumental in bringing vic- tory to Peabody. “Mike” combines in his personality all the attributes of the success which we wish for him.

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META Page Twenty-one ESTHER GLADSTEIN. Pains bring gains. A quiet determination in her ambi- tion to master the intricacies of her work has been the outstanding: charac- teristic of Esther throughout her school life. This determination com- bined with a natural cleverness has al- ways caused her to rank high among her classmates at the distribution of report cards. Her cheerful disposition has made her a favorite among her associates and with her teachers, while her charming personality has won for her many true friends. Capable of sacrifice in the interests of friendship, we, her classmates and friends, join in assuring that our friendship of school days will continue in the future un- diminished and unaffected by the lapse of time. CHARLES GOLDBERG. What is life foi ' , but to live.” As a member of the class, “Charlie” has ever avoided the limelight, but in his inimitable quiet manner has made his presence felt. He is always ready to lend a helping hand to a friend, and has never been found lacking when his assistance was needed in any class activity. By diligent study, he has prepared himself for a business ca- reer, and he is to enter Boston Uni- versity next year. We feel certain that his continued scholastic activities will be as diligently pursued as were those which he engaged in while with us, and we wish him “bon voyage” with confidence in his future. RAYMOND F. GRADY. “When he speaks, the air, a chartered libertine, is still.” Raymond is known to us chiefly by his capabilities as an orator and a singer. His appearances in either ca- pacity have been frequent, and his clear powerful voice has been heard upon many occasions when he has been called upon to perform his part in the activities of the class. At the Senior Strand night, his part m the pro- gram was well received by a large au- dience. At the Memorial Day exer- cises his rendition of the “Gettysburg Address” evoked much favorable com- ment, while in his capacity as Vice President of “The Bema,” his talent for and interest in debate found ex- pression. A member of the “Meta” staff, his work has ever characterized him as a man of ideals.