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

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Paj?e Twenty-three META MORRIS HOFFMAN “To be swift is less than to be wise.” - — Pope’s Iliad. Quiet, modest and unassuming are terms that have been characteristic of “Morris” during his High School days. When a sub-freshman he entered the orchestra in which he was an active member until his Senior year, when lack of time forced him to leave. In the classroom, his work has been of high grade, while his cooperation in other activities has been of equal value. He is one of the most popular “commercials” and is already planning to become one of America’s leading Certified Public Accountants. We wish you all success in the future, Morris, and your Alma Mater will speed you along the road of experience by the fund of knowledge, which you gained at Peabody High. SARAH H. HORGAN “All who would win joy must share it ; Happiness was born a twin.” Byron. “Sal,” as she is known by some of her friends, is petite, vivacious and alert. She is fond of music and is an accomplished pianist. Being so lively, she delights in taking part in the functions of the school. She is al- ways ready to help, no matter how inconvenient it may be. As a student of the domestic science class, she has taken a keen interest in dressmaking, and who knows, some day she may become one of our leading designers. She has gained the friendship of her teachers, by her diligent study, and of her well-wishing classmates, by her friendliness. We send her forth wtih all confidence in her future success. ESTHER E. HORRIGAN ‘‘Let us match sorrow with fun.” Just five years ago Esther appeared in our midst to add a little ray of brightness to the sunset of ’25’s career. “Laugh and the world laughs with you,” has always been the motto of this jolly member of our class; still, despite all this she is a student of no mean ability and her charming ways have won for her a place in every- one’s heart. She has always proved herself a true and loyal friend, and her keen sense of humor has averted many disasters. Although Esther is only five feet high, she has made for herself a place very much higher in the annals of 1925, and we all wish her success and a happy future.

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Page Twenty-two M E T A JOSEPH K. HANSON “Men of talent are men for occasions.” — Anon. In the last decade there has ap- peared that specie of male known as the Sheik. Kendall Hanson is our contribution to this class, possessing a wardrobe which enables him to pose as a Beau Brummel, and a disposi- tion which enhances his attraction for “the female of the species.” Kay is undoubtedly the Sheik of the class. Because he is a good mixer, because he is a genius at making social af- fairs successful, Kay has helped greatly to make such functions as the Prom and the Hop all that we intend- ed them to be. Kay is a popular fel- low with all of us, and we join in wishing him the best of luck. JOHN M. HARVEY “They can conquer who believe they can.” —Virgil. A quiet but a very capable young man is Milt. He has taken part in many of the activities of the school. As a member of the Peabody High School Bema Debating Society, his oratorical ability made him one of the valuable members of the society. He is a very good student, having been on the honor roll several times. He has specialized in chemistry and mathematics. We shall all miss him and his sincere friendship, which is one of his marked characteristics. It is with a feeling of sorrow that we part with our fellow classmate, who, because of his great capacity to gain friends, his uprightness and ever- present sense of humor, is sure to be a success in after life. MATTHEW J. HEALEY “His nature is too noble for the world.” Shakespeare Gifted with a splendid disposition. “Mat” has been an integral part of all the activities of the class. Al- though nothing seems to worry him, his contributions to the class have been inspiring. Words are never wast- ed by him and during his High school career he has become well versed in all topics of the day. “Matt,” being a very hard worker, enjoys the re- spect of his teachers for having an excellent record in his daily lessons, and the respect of his classmates for the way he has helped in the social activities of the class. “Matt” has shown his ability as a student here, and we hope he will advance further along the road of knowledge. Wher- ever he goes, we feel sure that he will meet with success.

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Page Twenty-four M ETA CHARLES F. HOULDEN “Say not the struggle not availeth.” — Clough. Charles is one of the most indefat- igable workers in the senior class. The deep interest which he has displayed in the various activities sponsored by the class of ’25 has been of great value and benefit and has aided materially in their successes. His cheery smile has become one of the institutions of the high school; it is as impossible to conceive of his being without his smiie as it is to conceive of summer’s being without flowers. Charles was one of the pioneers in radio, and he is one of its greatest enthusiasts among the students. He knows the subject from A to Z and from Z to A. But then, thoroughness is merely one of his many excellent characteristics. PETER S. KALLELIS “Oh, for the wings of a lark.” One of the most joyous, yet one of the most zealous boys of our class, is Peter Kallelis. He has shown his desire to get ahead and has tried to make his graduation mean every- thing possible to him. He was a member of the football squad and in his senior year succeeded in winning his letter. He was also one of the pioneer trackmen of our school. In two of the meets that the track team competed in, “Pete” gained points for Peabody. Although he has spent much time in sports he always kept up his scholastic standing which has been a credit to him. By reason of his initiative and his ambition we look to him to succeed in his chosen line of work. GERTRUDE E. KANERVA “What sweet delight a quiet life affords.” — Drummond. Jovial, quiet, retiring and demure, these are the characteristics of Ger- trude. Ever alert in class, with an ac- tive spirit of co-operation, she is one of those known to all as a good “pal.” Her optimistic views and ever-ready smile cheer and please all her class- mates. Gertrude has a genius for ac- quiring friends and in the class room her “presence is not to be put by.” Her auiet diligence has resulted in recita- tions which are of the best quality. We have appreciated her worth and have delighted in her friendship. It is not hard to wish her prosperity and suc- cess in her future work. Thus we bid “adieu” to Gertrude, cherishing always the memories of her sterling friend- ship.