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

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META Page Twelve MARY A. BALLENTINE “She is all so slight.” Mary’s words are few indeed, so few that were we to reproduce them all, we would still fall far short of the number which our more talkative classmates give forth in precious few moments. But when she speaks, she usually gives utterance to something that is well considered, thoughtful and oftentimes even weighty in sub- stance. In other words, Mary speaks only when she has something worth while to say. To speak of deeds next is to say only this about this fail- daughter of ’28: She was never found wanting in times of need and we pre- dict that she will continue in life to say few words but do big deeds. ERNEST J. BARBEAU “Speech is great but silence is greater.” To the unacquainted, “Ernie” is of a reserved, staid, nature, but his inti- mates and immediate classmates know him to be a jovial, agreeable friend, as ready for fun as he is for hard work. Although not a scintillat- ing member of the classes which necessitate oratorical abilities or in- clinations, “Ernie” dashes through his trial balances on high, and takes dic- tation in a way that would do jus- tice to Mr. Gregg himself. Ernie is a barnyard golf devotee, ever willing and ready to engage all aspiring ri- vals. Ernie, we predict a successful future for you, a successful member of the class of ’28. MARGARET BAZER “A friend who is both intelligent and well- affected is the most valuable of all possessions” To be sure Margaret is small in body, but large at heart and large in mind. Full of fun and good humor, she is seldom found without a cheer- ful smile or a good word for all, and her sincerity and loyalty has won for her a wide circle of friends. Margaret is one of those fortunate individuals, who has completed her commercial course in four years, which proves the conscientious and painstaking efforts on her part. In parting we wish you every success in the business world, and feel sure that your cheerful dis- position will continue to win you many friends and admirers.

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META Page Eleven WILLIAM J. AMAREL “Simplicity of manner is the best attainment.” William, one of the quieter sons of ’28, gifted with a sunny disposition and a calm temperament is well liked by all his classmates. His diligence in the pursuit of knowledge, his atten- tiveness in the class room, his activi- ty in all that concerns the best inter- ests of the class — have helped a great deal to bring him success in his high school work. “Bill” is indeed a credit to Peabody High School and the class of ’28, and we have no hesitancy in sending him forth to do battle with the great big, wide, beautiful world. We can only say we wish you success in your chosen career. Good luck! ERNEST M. AYLWARD “He lives to build, not to boast.” Peabody High indeed loses an “earnest” Aylward at the departure of this faithful member of our class. “Ernie” has always tackled every- thing in an all serious manner, es- pecially his football opponents — and he certainly did tackle them hard. This unflinching, all-around athlete has taken his medicine and has shown his mettle in such an unboastful way as to be greatly admired and lauded. As a student Ernie has proved his worth by acquiring averages that many a student would prize highly. All of which leads us to believe that Ernie will make such a name for himself in future davs we’ll be proud to say, “he was of ’28.” ROBERT A. BAKEMAN “Few men are admired by their servants.” “Bob’s” predominating characteris- tic is a sense of modesty which keeps him from telling what he has done. But we, his classmates, know how diligently he has worked to make every class affair a success, all the while keeping himself in the back- ground. No one, not even himself, can keep Bob in the background long, because his athletic and scholastic supremacy are sure to become known sooner or later. Together with this athletic and scholastic ability, Bob’s pleasing eccentricities and genial smile have made him one of the out- standing members of the class. We sincerely hope that the success which has attended him here will follow him wherever he goes.

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META Page Thirteen ‘He has the sixth sense — Sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste and — The sense of humor.” It is a quite difficult thing to think of “Shel” without the quality of mirth. Due to his vivaciousness and predominating- humor, he has become quite an attractive personage amidst a wide circle of friends. As a traffic officer “Shel,” standing a good six feet in his stockings was always looked up to with respect by the stu- dents. Social events, the class play and the Meta Staff have found him an active participant. Of late he has be- come deeply engrossed in radio. Who knows but that it may lead to some important invention? We were in- deed fortunate in having you with us “Shel,” and we wish you marked progress in after life. ‘‘Give your best to life and the best will return to you many fold.” We might describe “Margie” as the short, fat girl from South Peabody, always laughing and smiling and ready for a jolly good time. Nothing seems to worry her for she never wears a frown or looks angry. She has won for herself by her pleasing dis- position a host of friends during her five years with us. She also proved herself to be a diligent student and was always willing to co-operate with her classmates. Although she was always willing to have a good time, she never forgot that lessons came before pleasure. Remember, Mai ' jorie, that the class of ’28 wish you success, as you go forth into the business world. ‘Happy am I; from care I’m free; Why aren’t they all contented like me?” “Gen,” is one of the girls of ’28 who hasn’t as yet been discovered in any but a happy frame of mind. She be- lieves in looking on the bright side of life, which belief has paid her and her many friends good dividends in happy, joyous hours. Besides being a mem- ber of the Traffic Squad and an editor of the Meta, “Gen” played an import- ant part in the class play. Do you re- member Helma? “Ai nevair sai him come in; Ai nevair sai him go out; Ai nevair sai him nohow.” Your jolly disposition will win many friends for you, “Gen.” The best o’ luck. SHELDON R. BISHOP GENEVIEVE L. BELLEW MARJORIE W. BEGG