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

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Paqre Fourteen META HOWARD E. BATCHELDER “Lives of great men all remind us We can make our lives sublime.” — Longfellow A quiet, self-confidence and self- reliance characterizes the life of Howard, whose thoughts are lofty and sublime. Throughout his five years of high school, he has always been rated as a high honor student, and has been the recipient of several prizes. He has shown his skill as a member of the “Meta” staff. To him belongs the honor of being the only Peabody High school student of the 1926 class who has taken up third year bookkeeping, and the efficient manner in which he has kept the lunch counter records, deserves much credit. Howard, may you ever con- tinue to win new honors through life in your same modest and unassuming way. ARTHUR A. BEGG He does not know his own supremacy.’ 1 — Carey. Five years ago, this diminutive per- son from the wilds of South Peabody became a member of our class. We were surprised to see him make a host of friends in record time. That was five years ago. Knowing him as we do now, we are not surprised at anything “Art” does, for he has some original ideas, a wealth of humor, and a pleasant disposition. It is rumored that “Art” intends to study oratory. He has neither admitted nor denied this, but whatever he does, public speaking or farming, we are sure he will succeed for “he is built that way.” MARY E. BELLEW “All who would win joy, must shave it, happiness was born a twin.” — Byron. Mary is one of t,he girls in the class who has a cheerful disposition and a friendly spirit. Her keen sense of humor and her willingness to help her classmates made her a favorite among us all. A laughing, jolly vivacity has characterized Mary as one of the most entertaining members of the graduating class of 1926. Be- sides being a member of the Meta staff she has also played an import- ant part in the Senior play. Do you remember Vera Vernon? We shall always remember Mary, and now ex- tend to her our sincere desire for her success in the career which she has chosen to follow.

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META Page Thirteen PAULINE BAIvEMAN “Sober, steadfast and demure.”- Milton. Pauline has been a student of the highest rank during her five years of high school, and graduates from P. H. S. with a “cum laude.” Pauline’s pleasing personality has won her many friends and her quiet well-man- nered bearing ranks her as a lady who might have been the heroine of one of Scott’s novels. Pauline was a member of the school orchestra, and has no superior with the violin. She was also an associate member of the Peabody Woman’s Club. As we glance into the crystal which portrays the future, we can see success in the real sense of the word, and a career which will be unsurpassed in the brilliance of its achievements. KATHRYN A. BARRETT “A little work a little play Make for me a happy day.” If Kathryn were acquainted with an Englishman, he would surely say, “a girl with a bally good disposition.” She passes the day with a smile and a song. Carefree, not too studious as she goes along winning the admira- tion of all those whom she meets, she has gained numerous friends, once acquired never to be lost. Along with her pleasing disposition goes ambition enough to make her a great success in all of her studies. She has been prominent in all of her class activities and has also been very helpful. We, the class of 1926, wish you, Kathryn, endless joy. May all your days be happy ones. WILLIAM F. BARRY “Diligence is the mother of good fortune.” Although “Bill” is of small physical stature, his mental capacities offset this minor point and he often per- forms deeds worthy of men who have both physical and mental greatness. He possesses that cool, capable, self confidence that is so prominent among the greatest. Never informing his teachers that he has his lesson pre- pared, Bill might give you the im- pression that he knew nothing and couldn’t explain that. But this may be attributed to his modest way in the classroom. Besides possessing these characteristics, he has been one of our hard workers during the bas- ketball season, being manager of the team. His future, we feel sure, will reflect credit upon himself and upon Alma Mater.

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M ETA Pasre Fifteen MONA E. BISHOP “And if I give thee honor due, Mirth, admit me of thy crew.” — Milton Mona is one of those sunny and light-hearted blondes with a cheerful disposition. Her joyous bantering and laughter are forceful enough to melt a heart of stone, and she certainly has melted many hearts in the course of her five years at high school. The joys of looking on the bright side of life, and of having a pleasant word for everyone at all times, these are two commendable virtues which she possesses. However, Mona has al- ways been attentive in class, and dur- ing school hours only, we have dis- cerned a sober expression upon her face. The glow of health vibrates through her being, for she is very fond of all out-door sports. Bon voy- age, Mona! Smile on! ARTHUR BOYARSKY “A pood action is never lost; it is a treas- ure.” — Calderon. Without any previous experience on the gridiron, Arthur was called upon to play in one of the opening football games of last fall, in which he made a lasting impression on Coach Braw- ley and the fans alike. Not only in football did “Art” star, but also in basketball. By his active methods on the floor, he helped win many games which, otherwise, might have been de- feats. In the class-room, the same active spirit together with an unas- suming, quiet diligence, has enabled him to be prepared always. His grad- uation is the culmination of five years given to conscientious effort in our school, where he has made many friends. His future demands activity, thereby assuring success which, we believe will come to him. HELEN G. BOYLE “She danced along: with vague regardless eyes. Popularity has come to Helen be- cause of her eternal mirth and her keen activity in all school sports. Ever since she entered high school, she has been an ardent member of the girls’ basketball team. Her readi- ness to aid in all the engagements of the class has gained her many friends. She is skillful in all kinds of recrea- tion and has won many contests while at summer camp. She intends to pur- sue her athletic studies at a school of physical education and we are certain that she will succeed. We hope the Fates are with you Helen. They will be if you still possess that lively, vivacious spirit.