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

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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.

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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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Pajre Twenty-six META FLORENCE A. HOLDEN. “One equal temper of heroic hearts. Always faithful to her studies and a leader in class activities, she is a favorite ainonp: her teachers and class- mates. During the spare moments of her school life, she assists at the lunch counter, or the baseball field with e iual ease. As a memher of both “The Observer’’ and the “Meta’’ staffs, her literary ability has had opportuni- ty for expression. She has been the Vice Piesident of the class for five years, and her work in that capacity was always for the best interests of the class. With a knowledge of her capabilities and a reliance in her rec- ord of the last five yeai’s, we unhesi- tatingly predict that her future will lie successful as her past has been meritorious. FLORENCE E. HOLLINGSWORTH. “Work and mirth ; all in one.” Florence is a diligent worker and an enthusiast of sports. A member of “The Observer” and “Meta” staffs, an honor pupil, and a member of the class executive committee; her list of ac- tivities has been a long one, and in each activity she has performed her part creditably. She has also con- tributed a very interesting story, “In- terruptions,” to the columns of the school magazine. A pleasing smile in- dicates her nature of fun and frolic, which, however, does not interfere with her work. As a student, as a companion, and as a friend, Florence is held in the highest esteem by every member of the class, and we expect her to prove in life what she has al- ready proven to us, that any success she may acquire is merited. EDNAH M. HORNER. “Hail, to thee ; blithe spirit !” Amiable and good-natured, quiet and unassuming, careful in conversation and diligent in effort, Ednah has al- ways been a model for her friends. We all remember Ednah’s long curls which were the envy of many, even though they were subjected to an oc- casional pull. Her undisturbed tran- quil efficiency and pleasant disposition have made for her a host of friends. Ednah intends to pursue her studies further, and as we know her to be a faithful student, a true friend, and an accomplished musician, we predict a brilliant future, with confidence that our prediction will come true.