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

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Pag-e Twenty-four META D. FRANCIS HARRIGAN. ‘T do what many dream of all their lives.” Poise and a commanding presence had their part in the favorable im- pression which Francis made as a member of the debating team. His work on the “Meta” staff, secured for that publication some of its best car- toons. On Memorial Day his powers of oratory were again evidenced. In fact, he has been a leader in so many scholastic activities, that we think he must have formed a habit that will bring him much success in the future. Not only scholastic prominence, but also cheerfulness and all-around ex- cellence have marked his years among us. GERTRUDE M. HATHAWAY. “Quiet and purposeful in her efforts.” Gertrude possesses a pleasing per- sonality, and an energetic capable dis- position, that does much to make of her one of our most accomplished members. Never-failing in her prepa- ration of her daily tasks, she has been equally dependable in everything which called for her assistance. A splendid, disciplined and well-adminis- tered spirit has marked her as the embodiment of all that the class of 1923 expects of its members. Not the least of her abilities is the capacity of rendering sympathetic co-operation to all our efforts. We feel that a success- ful future awaits her, and we part with her reluctantly. BLANCHE P. HAYWARD. “1 can do with my pencil what I know.” — Browning:. Amiable and modest, petite and vi- vacious, delightful in conversation, Blanche has always been a pleasing friend and comrade. Small in stature, but large in heart and intellect, she has been a prominent factor in the activities of the class. Her ability as an artist won her a place on both “The Observer” and the “Meta” staffs. She won her numerals as a member of the Girls’ Basketball team of the class of 1923. Her posters and cartoons have contributed largely to the success of our class affairs. In the classroom, she is a diligent, tireless worker, while ever ready for the light- er amusements of school life.

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META Page Twenty-three GERTRUDE M. HALLORAN. “A presence which is not to be put by.” — Wordsworth. Gertrude is a diligent, conscientious worker in the class room, and takes an earnest part in all the activities of the class. A member of the “Meta” staff, her efforts have been largely in- strumental in the accomplishment of 1923 Year Book. Unfailing in her de- votion to her friends, her quiet dignity has served to help her make and retain many loyal friends. A real asset to the 1923 class, and a true representa- tive of the best type of Peabody High School student, we look for her activi- ties in the future to reflect credit upon Alma Mater, as her efficiency has brought her the reward of merit in the past. CECELIA M. HANLEY. “There’s what we painters call our harmony.” A diligent, capable spirit is charac- teristic of Celia. As an artist, she gives promise of becoming an illus- trator of the highest type. Her work on the staffs of both “The Observer” and the “Meta” has been uniformly good, and her efforts have helped ma- terially in the production of our first Class Book. Not a little of her pop- ularity is due to a splendid spirit of helpfulness which causes her to lend her efforts willingly to every under- taking of the class. We will miss her in our future activities, but we feel that the qualities exhibited by her while among us, will do much to bring her success in her contact with others. MAURICE R. HARRIS. “A young man with a winning smile.” Always jovial and ready to help in any undertaking, Maurice has been a bright light in the firmament of the class of 1923. A splendid athlete, and a regular fellow, he has brought a dili- gent spirit to his class work which made his Senior year one of real scholastic accomplishment. His witty I ' emarks and smiling countenance have made of him a genial, understanding friend. His habits are of the best, and are in keeping with his disposition which is never changed. “Mose” will carry through life successfully be- cause of his ability to make friends. As a member of the “Meta” staff, his work was of the high type which characterizes him.

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META Paere Twenty-five FRANK J. HENNESSEY. “Hence, loathed Melancholy.” In “Duck,” we have a cheerful spirit, v.’hich combined with earnestness of purpose, makes of him one of the lead- ers in every class and school activity. One of the best footb all players ever to wear the blue and white, he was un- fortunately prevented from playing during his Senior year by an injury sustained during the previous season. Without “Duck” to “make motions,” our class meetings would not progress very rapidly, and he may always be found ready to “go through” for any- thing that he thinks is right. Let us whisper it — he is becoming quite a dancer, and we expect him to play a leading role at our reception. Loyal, steadfast, devoted, the class recognizes his presence as an asset and parts from him with a sense of loss. JOSEPH E. HIGGINS. “Care’s an enemy to life.” By his untiring efforts and endless patience, “Joe” has proved to his classmates that the day of his success is not afar off. In his dealings with both teachers and classmates, he has shown that he is fully capable of at- taining the heights toward which he is striving. Although his aim is high and his effort diligent, he is neverthe- less, a foe of care in its sterner as- pects. His activities are accomplished with a carefree, easy disposition that makes him the envy of his associates. He has expressed a preference for Sa- lem Normal, and we expect to find him holding forth as “Governor-Gen- eral” of the class room in the near future. FANNIE HIMMELSTEIN. “The Business of Living is no simple Art.” Fannie is one of those smart “Com- meicials,” who propose to enter the business world and startle it by their presence. During her course she re- ceived excellent marks in all her sub- jects, and goes forth from our midst well equipped with the essentials of success. Reserved, though not timid; never impetuous, she seems calculated to attain all the honors which we wish for her. Like a sedative among us, though never a meddler, Fannie has borne a large part in the solution of our problems. We wish her the best of luck, and we anticipate for her the greatest of success.