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

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META Page Twenty-seven “ ‘Tis the mind that makes the body rich. ' — Shakespeare. Elizabeth, better known as ’’Libby,” has won the high esteem of her class- mates by her unobtrusive ways and by her spirit of co-operation. As she is quiet and reserved to a very marked degree, her true worth can be gleaned only by an intimate friendship with her. Always ready and willing to do her part, “Libby” has been an import- ant factor in all school and class ac- tivities. During her senior year, she was elected to associate membership in the Woman’s Club and assisted in the production of their annual play. After graduation “Libby” plans to enter Salem Normal. We extend our sincerest wishes for her ultimate suc- cess in her chosen field. “Money doesn’t talk, — it yells.” — Anon. So affirms Louis, a staunch ex- ponent of thrift. Endowed with a clear-thinking, conscientious mind, Louis has distinguished himself in the annals of the graduating class. His record proves his scholastic abili- ty. He was one of our traffic officers and how often have we heard his clarion voice ringing through the halls and stairways of his Alma Mater. Louis is a worker and he has made many friends while performing his duties as clerk at Ware’s Market. At school he has excelled in the study of chemistry and we are informed that Louis has intentions of entering the field of pharmacy. Bien a toi. ELIZABETH T. KANESVA LOUIS KAPLAN WILLIAM KNUUTTILA “I am sure, care’s an enemy to life.” — Shakespeare. A pleasant, likeable chap is Wil- liam and a favorite among his class- mates. He has been with us for five short years and has specialized in the study of mechanical subjects. He has been a member of our high school or- chestra and has been a great credit to it. His playing is well worth listen- ing to at all times. Although he is quiet most of the time, he is as full of fun and jokes as anybody else. We, his classmates and friends, wish him the very best of luck, and hope that he will be successful in all that he undertakes.

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Pagre Twenty-six META CATHERINE C. HOUGHTON “OriRinality provokes oriKinality.” — Goethe. Words seem inadequate when we start to write about Catherine. She has indeed spent her days with us happily and profitably if we are to judge by the many lasting friendships she has made. Catherine was not content to be herself a charming optimist, but rather did she infuse into her associates at various intervals some of that lively spirit which they may at times have la cked. Despite her fun-loving nature, she was a good student and ever appeared in the classroom capable of giving evidence (and plenty of it) that she had the subject matter well in hand. Good luck to you, Catherine! HAROLD A. HOWLETT “Action is eloquence.’ — Shakespeare’s Coriolanus. Throughout his high school course “Jigger” proved to his fellow class- mates to be the only and original per- sonification of the term “barrelled sunlight.” As a -hard worker, a will- ing worker, and an effective worker, “Jigger” will live long in the mem- ories of his classmates and friends. In the classroom Harold was not al- ways among the leaders and yet he invariably displayed a keen wit and a sense of humor that we’ll not soon forget. Yes indeed — those who have watched him work, those who have matched wits with him in classroom or on the field of sport — in fact all of us will find “Jigger” an important leaf in our memory book of high school days. FRANCIS X. JOHNSON “A laujrh is worth a hundred groans in any market.” — Lamb. Whoever said that ability to keep friends was one of the greatest assets, no doubt had Frank in mind. He is blessed with a seemingly happy-go- lucky disposition, but with him it is an asset, for behind it all is a per- severing diligence. He has the knack of laying proper emphasis on proper places, neither giving too much im- portance to details nor completely ignoring their applications to major questions. In addition to being a good student Frank proved his w’orth on the gridiron for which he was awarded a letter. His theory seems to be that life is to be lived and ex- tremely worth the living.

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Page Twenty-eight META KATHERINE KOMARIN “Old friends are best.” Katherine is one of the bright and active members of the class. Al- though she works very conscientious- ly, like all the other members, she manages to have her good times. Katherine is very lively and seems to be in a hurry always. We don’t know why she hurries, but we feel sure that she will get what she is after. When Katherine leaves us, we know her services will be I’eceived with much satisfaction by some em- ployer. One of Katherine’s chief characteristics is willingness to lend assistance; she is always ready to lend a helping hand, whether in school work or not. Best wishes, Katherine. ALICE F. KUSHMICK “As though a rose should shut and be a bud again.” — Keats. A little bit of spice, a lot of pep, loads of laughter blended together gives you a picture of our Alice. “Al” is not noticeably studious, but during her school years has managed to more than pass in her studies. Her unique ways and graceful manner have aided her in securing many friends. Because of her ever-ready at- titude “Al” has helped to make many school affairs successful. She plans to become one of the much admired “business women,” and naturally has our benediction for attaining whatever end she may desire. Who could help being a success with such a contagious grin ? Keep that grin Al, and your future happiness is assui’ed. BRONISLAUS S. KULESZA “His failings leaned to virtue’s side.” — Goldsmith. We take off our hats to “Bennie.” Here, we say, is a remarkable charac- ter. He was not known to have par- ticipated in any athletics, yet his character was such that he demanded recognition. He is above the average height, not too slender, but a notice- able figure as he saunters along the corridors. “Bennie” was an intelligent student, always endeavoring to do his best. In many ways he demonstrated to us his ability to absorb knowledge for he often came to the rescue and saved us from embarrassing situa- tions. Having consulted the oracle, we ai ' e told that there is a rich future in store for him.