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

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M ETA Page Twenty-three JAMES II. GREEHY “Let ' s play it out this little game called Life. Rice Besides making an impression on his classmates, due to his persistency and winning disposition, Jimmie cre- ated a lasting impression in the hearts of all Peabody football follow- ers. Without any previous experience on the varsity, he stepped right m and played a great game at end dur- ing the season. Folks like Jimmie will not fall on the bridge of life. We all know of his persistency and un- failing courage which have brought him safely through a high school course strewn with many stumbling- stones. We all hope he will receive in life that which he has so far given very freely to others, encouragement, a helping hand and good companion- ship. FRANK D. HALLERAN “Good humor is one of the best articles of dress .” — Thackeray. Always jovial and ever ready to lend assistance, “Frank” has won a well-deserved popularity among his classmates. Occupying several po- sitions with the skill of experienced men, attaining an excellent record throughout his high school course, and “Ready, like a steam engine, to be tuned to any kind of work, and spin the gossamers as well as forge the anchors of the mind;” it is no small wonder that Frank ranks well at com- mencement. Besides being an ardent class-worker, he has been a member of the football team during the past two seasons and earned his “P” last season. If success is attainable, he will attain it. MILDRED T. HANLEY “A still, sweet, placid moonlight face.” Cheery as a sunbeam, “Mil” passes the time of day. Never does she com- plain, but takes things as they come, whether they be pleasing or disagree- able. By a pleasant word here and a helpful hand there, Mildred gained a great number of friends during her high school life. Her reserved but sweet manner has added always to her charm and sincerity. She is a student who does her best in the daily tasks, forging her way to suc- cess and happiness. Though the road be rough, keep thy smiling face, Mil- dred, and your reward will be wait- ing at the end of the long, weary journey of life.

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Page Twenty-two META IIOYT K. FOSTER “Ability involves responsibility.”- Maclaren. Hoyt, big Hoyt, perhaps we should say, is one of the best known excep- tions to the rule that red-headed peo- ple are hot tempered. His equanimity and good nature is never disturbed by trivial annoyance and so he is very well liked by all his classmates. Hoyt as stage manager for the senior class play and in many other ways, has co- operated heartily in making our class activities successful. His hobby is electricity; and its by-paths and in physic “lab” has proved himself an efficient worker. As he leaves us to continue his education elsewhere, we prophesy this — we’ll hear more from Hoyt. MARGARET P. FOSTER PHYLLIS E. GOLDTH WAITE “Joy in this world is like a rainbow.” — Richter. Margaret Foster is one of those very fortunate persons who seem to have the ability of always looking on the bright side of life no matter what difficulties obstruct their paths. Her cheery smile and pleasant disposition will always be our remembrance of her years at Peabody High. Her great faculty for making and retain- ing friends, together with her pleas- ing personality, both go to make her one of the popular members of our class. She is preparing for a busi- ness course and we feel sure that her life will be successful and happy as long as her way is filled with that sympathy and joy which is so char- acteristic of her. “Unity and simplicity are the two true sources of beauty.” Phyllis, being with us only in her Junior and Senior years, has become a true friend to all. Through kind- ness, devotion and helpfulness she has become one of the best liked members of the class. She is one of those bright commercial students who will forever stand] out in our minds. Having won a place in the hearts of all by her eagerness and ability to help others, we, her classmates of 1926, on parting, wish her the best of success in her future life. Deserving of much credit is this Phyllis who, al- though always so quiet and demure, yet wins such a high place in the esteem of her many friends.

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Page Twenty-four META ELIZABETH L. HANSON “Gaiety and a lierht heart are the best medicine for all. ' ’— Talfourd A jolly nature mixed with a large amount of diligence is our Elizabeth. Throughout her five years in our midst “Lib,” as she is more common- ly known, was a chum sought out by bovs as well as girls at our informal gatherings and dances. Popular with classmates and teachers alike, she has spent her time well, to the ad- vantage of herself and those about her. Especially successful in Domes- tic Science, she plans to continue the study of that subject next year at Framingham Normal School. We, her classmates, wish her a fond adieu and a well-earned success in life. ARTHUR L. HAYES “Eloquence is vehement simplicity.” — Cecil. In every class there is just such a fellow as “Hazie,” one who has readily gained friends by his excellent good humor and wit. All through our high school life, “Art” has led in enthusi- astic support of all class activities. Most prominent in his career has been his exceptionally fine oratory in the Bema. Through his keen intellect, Peabody High School has reached the goal of success in many inter-scholas- tic debates. Besides this interest, Arthur is one of the class scribes, being an able reporter for the Enter- prise, and a member of the Observer staff. We have no need to wish, for we know that a prominent place in the world is certainly assured to our keen class-orator. MARY E. HAYES “She worked and sang from morn ’till night No lark more blithe than she.” The motto, “Laugh and the world laughs with you,” is Mary’s favorite lesson and never does she disregard it. She is easy going and carefree and has won her way into the friendship of many people because of her bright and sunny disposition. She has been a prominent member of the girls’ basketball team for the last four years and was always pi’esent to lighten the practice with her smiles and witticisms. In the activities of the future it is evident that she will show the same personality that marked her life at school and will so aid her to her goal. Bon voyage!