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

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Pape Fourteen M ETA JAMES P. BOYLE Lo, the conquering- hero comes.” “There are songs enough for the hero,” runs the old saying. In pre- senting Bebe Boyle, we introduce the hero of many an unsung ballad. But his deeds, his exploits are not those of the fairy-tale knight who rode bravely up to the grim, grey castle and carried the fair damsel away; no, Bebe has fought his battle on the gridiron, and in lieu of a damsel, he has been con- tent to carry the ball — and he has car- ried it many times to his glory. Not alone in football did Bebe shine, an all around athlete, he has disproved the adage that one can be a Jack of all trades and master of none. Having successfully directed the football team of which he was captain, Bebe should make a capable leader in the greatest of games— the game of life. ”A champion of the national game.” “Cal” is one of the most popular boys in the class. His pleasant dispo- sition, his kindliness of manner, his ever ready smile, and his ability to do the right thing at the right time, have all helped him to a high place in the esteem of his classmates. An active interest in athletics has stamped him a real son of Peabody High. He was a linesman on the football team and the leading twirler of the baseball team. In his class- work his record has been uniformly good and has co-operation in the many other activities of school-life was of no less value. We all join in wishing him good luck in his journey through life. “As merry as a king in his delight, And merrier, too.” — Robert Green. It is with pride that we point out “Jim” as representative of the stu- dent body. He, with his remarkable gift of modest attraction and willing- ness to assist at all times, has en- deared himself to all who have come in contact with him. His endeavors in scholastic enterprises have both rewarded him and reflected credit on the school. In athletics he was on the football squad; in commercial en- deavors he was assistant business manager of the “Observer” and busi- ness manager of the “Meta”. As a member of the “Bema” he participated in several debates in a manner that won him due praise. JOHN J. CALLAHAN JAMES F. CARLIN

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Page Thirteen META JUDITH S. BARNES “Keep true to the dreams of thy youth.” — Schiller. Having made a somewhat rapid progress in her early school career, Judith has the distinction of graduat- ing as one of the youngest members of her class. Hers is a quiet and reticent nature, though to those who know her best, she is fun-loving, fond of enjoyment, and appreciative of humor and wit in others. Judith is a person of very slight stature, but her capabilities are in no way proportion- ate to her physical size. During her junior year, she was elected secretary of the class, which position she filled with great ability. She has always displayed a great interest in all so- cial activities and her hearty co-oper- ation has aided in no small way to their success. BERTHA BERNSTEIN “So buxom, blithe and debonair.” — Milton Bright in every sense of the word is what we would say of Bertha — bright of eye, bright of speech and bright in class. Clever, lively, and vi- vacious, she has often upset the grav- ity of the whole class by some exceedingly humorous remark or ac- tion, thereby earning many a “black lock” from her teachers. But with all her disposition for merriment she is, nevertheless, a good student and careful in the preparation of her daily tasks. She has made many friends since entering school, all of whom think very highly of her. We unite in wishing her the happiest possible future and we feel confident that her popularity will continue in whatever circumstances she may find herself. MARY BOETTNER “A light heart lives long.” — Shakespeare. Mary, small and dainty, like the Dresden-lady type, came to us in the first days when we were green sub- freshmen. We thought a good gust of wind would blow her away, but in- stead, she has grown up like a flower. She is quiet and demure in appear- ance, to use the homely phrase “wear3 well on acquaintance” and by ner charm of manner has won many true and loyal friends, during her five years with us. In a word, Mary is a delightful companion with a pleasant disposition and a manner of quiet charm. She leaves Peabody High with the best wishes of every member of ’25 for a happy future.

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M ETA Page Fifteen ELIZABETH CLANCY Knowledge and happiness produce a true woman.” Calm and well-poised at all times and under all circumstances, Elizabeth has done much for the success of her class. Her very best efforts were lent towards the successful completion of all our class activities and her class- mates realize the weight and sin- cerity of her endeavors. Elizabeth is musically inclined — a violin player of considerable ability — and she has been during her course one of the regular orchestra members. She leaves us to continue her studies at Normal School and ’25 can justly say that Elizabeth is one of our truly representative daughters who is sure to live a successful life in the years that lie beyond our graduation day. ANNIE R. CLOPPER Diligence is the mother of success. Anon. Though of a quiet and unassuming nature, Annie has gained many friends in her high school years. A pleasant and agreeable personality has made everyone that has come in contact with her like to see her smil- ing face. Her diligence and persever- ance as a student and her desire for knowledge have enabled her to secure high marks in her studies. As a member of the Meta staff she has done her share towards making the year book a success. After gradu- ating, Annie intends to enter the busi- ness world. We wish her the best of luck, and feel confident that her many splendid qualities will bring her suc- cess and happiness in the future years. SAMUEL CLOPPER “None but him can be his parallel.” — Theobald. A modest, unassuming and capable disposition has been characteristic of “Sam.” While in our midst his cheer- ful attitude towards both teachers and pupils has won for him a host of friends. In his classwork, his record has been uniformly good, while his co- operation in other activities has been equally unfailing. “Sam” is also an athlete of no mean ability, especally on the basketball floor and on the dia- mond. He is another one of the “com- mercials” and is destined to win for himself a high place in the business world. A real fellow of the class of 1925, we unite in expressing the hope that his future will be as pleasant as his past has been profitable to him- self and to his classmates.