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

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Page Twenty-eight META JOSEPH W. INGALLS “Reading maketh a full man. Bacon. “Bucky,” as he is familiarly known, has been a joy to all of us. With his fun and good c-heer, he has changed many a “blue” day into one bright and shining. Success in the full sense of the word is truly in store for him when he leaves us on his con- quest of the world. “A sunny nature overcomes storms.” Surely this maxim will prove true in the case of this chum of ours. With his jovial wit and his pranks, we bid him farewell as he goes to fill more hearts with the sunshine of his soul. Good luck, “Bucky,” we’ll celebrate with you in future years. DONALD D. JEFFERS “He was serious in a serious cause.” His many admirable qualities have endeared Donald to the hearts of his classmates. A friendly argument is ever his delight and often has he demonstrated his staunch loyalty to his own ideals. His quiet ways are indicative of what he has proved to be — a scholar of high rank. His in- terest in his studies is equally dis- tributed and he stands well in them all. With college as his present aim, he has been heedful and attentive in his class work to insure his success in the accomplishment of that end. His high ambitions are a promise that he will reflect much credit on Peabody High. KENNETH J. KEITH “Take thy banner! May it wave Proudly over good and brave!” — Longfellow Kenneth is one of the members of our class who has a sober, steadfast nature. Though never boasting of his prowess, he is a lad of great ability, and the friends of his school days have been won by his quiet, master- ful and unassuming ways. His courte- ous manner and good habits, at all times, have merited for him the re- spect of both teacher and classmate. However, in spite of that shy reserve which is so characteristic of him, we often discern a twinkle in his eye, and wonder just what is going on be- hind the curtain of that studious na- ture, and just when that curtain shall drop and reveal the boy, himself. Thi stars phophesy a brilliant future for Kenneth.

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META Page Twenty-seven MARY V. HOSMAN “The hidden soul of harmony.” Because she is small, Mary has never been extremely conspicuous in class. We cannot tell all of her char- acter when she is in class, because she is naturally shy when requested to ap- pear before her classmates. When Mary is with her particular friends, she is a real girl. A pupil would have to be a close friend of Mary if he would like to come in contact with the spacious heart which she hides under her unassuming exterior. Her friends might well feel sorry for the rest of the Senior class, because they are not to enioy the warm, affection- ate nature with which Mary has been so bountifully blessed. IRVING J. HUDSON “Silence is golden.” Irving is one of those quiet fellows who improves in our esteem by close association and surprises us with his bit of wit and humor. Forced absences have caused him to loose much time in school, but by careful work he has been fortunate enough to maintain a good standing in class. Always helpful and ready to lend a hand to the needy he has been a valued member of our group. Al- though he has not as yet planned his future work we are of the opinion that he will make good wherever he goes. A quiet efficiency has always marked him in his studies and surely ought to bring definite and satisfac- tory results. Irving, may good for- tune ever be yours. EVELYN M. HUGHES “Derived from nature ' s noblest part.” Always serious and in earnest about studies, Evelyn stands high in the esteem of her classmates. Such an accumulation of knowledge as she has obtained in high school is not only its own reward, but carries with it the prophecy of a brilliant career. She has proved an able secretary for the associate members of the Woman’s Club and has also been a regular at- tendant of the Dickens Club. As one of the editors of the Observer Chronicle, her assistance was much valued. Altogether, her school record has b een without reproach and one worthy to be held up as a model for undergraduates who are to follow,

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META Page Twenty-nine LAWRENCE W. KINNEY “The clays of our youth are the days of our glory.” — Byron. Lawrence Kinney made his debut at Peabody High as a Senior and, therefore, has been with us for only one scholastic year. He came to us from Middleton, but magnanimously we forgave him that when we dis- covered what an interesting fellow and a conscientious student he is. Lawrence also essays the role of cornetist in the orchestra, with which laconically bold statement we pass to more pleasant topics. He can drive a Ford and, what is more, can drive it without any serious consequences to himself or to the community — and that, you must agree, is no unsignifi- cant accomplishment. JOHN J. KLINE “Joys are our wings ; sorrows our spurs.” — Richter. What we all ask is, “Did anyone ever see Johnny without a smile?” He is always playing pranks and amuses the class immensely at times, but he is very sensible and knows just how far to go — the limit. Although he is full of fun, he does not neglect his studies and proves to be brilliant when answering questions in class. He will always bring to our minds happy recollections of his strong friendship. With his good nature, high spirits, patience and persever- ance, we feel quite assured that he will overcome all obstacles in reaching the top of the ladder of success. WINIFRED C. KIMBALL “Poetical fields encompass me around “And still I seem to tread on classic ground.” In Winifred we find a friendly per- sonality and a helpful disposition. It may be said that she loves not the labored Latin tongue, but rejoices i.i our own fair language. English is certainly her best subject and we anticipate a literary life in the future. Winifred has proven her worth as assistant editor of the “Observer,” and as editor of the “Jester,” the ioke supplement, she has made untiring efforts to make it successful. She has contributed to the success of the “Meta.” She also enjoys work of another character — helping in plays. She showed her ability, especially in our class play, in which she played a prominent part.. Our best wishes for the future go to her.