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

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META Page Thirty-one MARY M. McMAHON “True joy is a serene and sober motion. Seneca. A quiet diligence has marked the days that Mary has spent among us. As one of the more modest members of the Commercial Class, she has won and held the esteem of class- mates and teachers alike by her help- ful spirit and carefully prepared les- sons. Regularity is one of Mary’s most noticeable characteristics as it is but seldom that her name is found on the absent or tardy list. One must be intimately acquainted with her in order to know her many fine qualities as she is not boastful but quiet and unassuming. It is not known what course Mary intends to pursue upon graduation but we, the class of 1925, predict success to her in whatever career she chooses. We will always cherish fond recollections of her happy comradeship. SAMUEL MESSINGER “Our hands are full of business ; let’s away. Shakespeare. “Sam” does not need a written com- memoration. He has set up for him- self a perpetual monument in the minds of all his friends by his studi- ous zeal. His studies are vital with him; he does his daily tasks with painstaking care. His pleasant dis- position found expression in a con- tinual smile which has become one of his chief characteristics. He was an enthusiastic member of the “Bema” debating society. Nearly all the other extra curriculum activities also found him a valuable asset. “Sam” is quiet and unassuming, but when in- formation or assistance is needed, he is the first to render it. Along the road of the future, he is bound to meet success. He journeys towards his goal with our best wishes for success. GEORGE MORTISE “There are songs enough for the hero.” — Wilcox. George Mortise comes of a race of athletes; hence, it is only natural that he should be prominent in the sports of Peabody High School. Ever since his sub-freshman year, he has shown his ability as an all-around athlete, al- though his real forte was perhaps foot- ball. As a half-back, Mortise was sec- ond to none, and he was one of the most dependable members of the High School eleven. A series of acci- dents occurring during his senior year prevented his playing for a good part of the season, but he bore up bravely with his ill luck, and came “smilin’ thru” at the end. The scars of battle left his courage undaunted and undiminished. A good sport is George.

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Page Thirty M ETA MARY F. MARRS “She was a phantom of delight.” — Wordsworth. Vivacity and a superabundance of the most indefatigable energy are characteristic of Mary. Fun-loving and ever alert to the joys as well as seriousness of life, she fairly radiates among us. With inimitable zest, she executed her responsibility as secre- tary of our class and here it was that her ability for leadership was first given prominence. Nor is Mary lack- ing in talents, for her strong, clear voice and ready ear for music have made her an accomplished entertainer. Always ready to enter into the spirit of an occasion she has thrown herself whole-heartedly into whatever she has undertaken to do. Her cheery face and intense activity have been a source of inspirition to all, and we wish her all future success. Charles j. McCarthy “Let me but do my work from day to day.” — Van Dyke. If Charles McCarthy, during his career at Peabody High School, did not exactly scintillate as a student, or if he was not especially prominent in the school sports, it was not be- cause of the lack of ability, but be- cause his natural reticence prevented his exploiting any of his accomplish- ments. But when any school or class activity required his assistance, he has always entered into it conscien- tiously and has always worked dili- gently and faithfully. While others have boasted of their individual serv- ices, Charles has always willingly per- formed the share allotted to him, and has performed it well, without any expectation of reward. We feel sure that our fondest wishes for his suc- cess will be realized. ELEANOR C. Mc-KEEN “It’s the height of art to conceal art.” Ex Satina. Into the real character of one who has so quiet and unobtrusive a nature, it is hard to have a deep insight. Naturally reserved, Eleanor has al- ways impres sed observers as a retir- ing and conscientious student. In scholastic activities she has remained somewhat in the background, for she is one who has ever done her best in those undertakings, seemingly small, but so important to the ultimate suc- cess of anything. True to the prin- ciples of real sportsmanship, she has been a jolly companion and a loyal friend. Having early found that “teamwork counts,” she has tried to put this maxim into constant prac- tice, not only as a member of her class basketball team, but in her daily life as well.

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Page Thirty-two META GEORGE A. MURPHY Charms strike the sight, but merit wins the soul.” — Pope. Wanted: A Boswell! We are sure that if George Murphy had an amanuensis, as had our corpu- lent friend, Sam Johnson, the bits of wisdom and the witticisms of our popular classmate would have made blush with envy the loquacious patron of Cheshire Cheese Inn. During our four years’ acquaintance with George, his ready wit has enlivened many of the hours which for most of us (who are normal students) would otherwise have been tedious. Blessed with a keen wit, George has made for him- self an envious record, as a student, and his prowess as an athlete is known to all. A success in whatever he has undertaken in the past, he can not help but be successful in the future. MARIE F. NASH “Fair child of beauty.” — Spenser. Marie is one of our modest sisters and a classmate in whom we may feel a justifiable pride. During her entire high school career, her quiet dignity and poise have won the devotion and esteem of all with whom she came in contact. Rumor has it that she in- tends to become a teacher and we feel confident that the qualities which made of her such a pleasing classmate, will eventually cause her to attain the heights in her chosen profession. It is idle to wish success to one who is so certain to achieve it. Instead, we can only say to Marie in parting with her, that in all her future success sne is but attaining the heights to which her classmates expect her to climb. CHARLES V. O’DONNELL Mirth, with thee I mean to live.” — Milton. “Red” is one of those jovial carefree fellows who always appears with a smile. He has been characterized as a good sport and a real fellow. In the past five years he has made many firm friends. He was the manager of the 1925 baseball team, and he filled the position with ability. He is very popular among the members of the team; in fact, he is popular with all who know him. We have enjoyed the friendship of “Red,” and we know that in the future he will make a name for himself, as he already has in Peabody High school. It is need- less to say that a young man of his character, will establish for himself a fine record in the years to come.