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

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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.

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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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Page Thirty META DOROTHY L. LACOMB “A rose with all its sweetest leaves yet folded.” Here, friends is “Dottie” who has won a place in the hearts of all by her quiet and self-possessed manner. Always alert in her classes and ready to help her classmates out of any dif- ficulty, she has become a valuable asset to the class of 1926. Through her eagerness to cooperate, she has made us realize that no graduating class could be complete without her ever-ready smile. She is the leader of her friends. She leaves us with the prospect of going out in the world to give to her future friends what she has already given to us. We wish her plenty of luck and happiness. ELLA L. LARRABEE “The truly conscientious is the truly wise.” Another of our commercial stu- dents, Ella graduates with the respect and admiration of the class. Demure in manner, jovial and kind, it is easy to see why she is one of the most popular of the commercial students. Always willing and ever ready to lend assistance to whatever may benefit the school or the class, Ella may be called a real asset to the class of ’26. In the classroom, by her willingness and consistency, Ella has managed to finish close to the top. To expect that we should hear from Ella later in life is only natural, after witnessing her achievements in school. JAMES R. LAWTON “Whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well.” — Chesterfield. A modest, unassuming, capable dis- position is characteristic of “Dick.” Always diligent at whatever he under- takes, whether it be school work or athletics, he has acquired a host of loyal friends. As a class officer, he has rendered invaluable services to the class of ’26. His genial dispo- sition has won him the respect of teachers and students alike. In leav- ing Peabody High School, he goes forth secure in the consciousness that he has ever done his best for his class and for the honor of the school. We, his classmates, wish him the best of success in the future, and we are cer-