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

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Page Twenty-two META JAMES M. HEENAN “He was the chap who made things hum.” Here we have one of the shining lights of the class of ’28. “Jimma,” as we all know him, needs no introduc- tion to us for he is one of the most popular members of the class. His popularity was attested when he was elected president of his class, both in his Junior and Senior years. As “Richai’d” in the class play Jimma proved himself to be a thespian of no inconsiderable ability. On the grid- iron he was an outstanding half-back, doing much to bring honor to P. H. S. We do not hesitate to say that the owner of such a sunny smile cannot help but have a happy and bright future. BEATRICE E. HIGGINS “ ’Tis the mind that makes the body rich.” Beatrice, one of our commercial students, has won several awards for speed and accuracy in typewriting. As her name has appeared on the honor roll many times during her four years with us, we were not surprised to see her chosen as one of the honor students. Her excellent scholastic record has won for her a place on the Meta Staff and a position of esteem in the Woman’s Club. Although of a rather quiet nature her sterling quali- ties, her subtle humor and quaint speeches have won her a host of friends among the class of ’28. The best wishes for success go out to Bea- trice from all her classmates. “Her low firm voice and tender government.” Small and quiet, Celia has had a rather calming influence upon the class of ’28 in that her quiet demeanor and mild manners have set an ex- ample to her more boisterous school- mates. This gentleness of disposition and action has extended not only to her contact with us but has been con- tinued in the classroom where she has demonstrated a qiuet and conscien- tious diligence in the pursuit of knowledge. Of this last named com- modity Celia got her share which leads us to prophesy that Peabody High School and the class of ’28 will one day be proud to claim her for their own, CELIA HOFFMAN

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META Page Twenty-one MARIE G. FLYNN “So runs my catalogue of lovely things.” Of attractive and cheerful mien, the possessor of vivaciousness of spirit that simply cannot be subdued, Marie has made all of us like her. Equally popular with both sexes, she was elected vice-president of the class in Junior and Senior years, whereupon she demonstrated to her constituents that she possessed all the necessary qualities of leadership. Space will merely permit us to enumerate her activities: Member of the Observer and Meta staffs, a leading part in the class play and last but not least, an honor student. We’ll miss you, Marie, but are confident that in the days to come your splendid qualities will bring you equal popularity and success. DOROTHY E. GOLDBERG “Merry hearts will merrily chime.” “Dot” is a girl whose company has been a real pleasure for all of us dur- ing the years of our school life. Fun- loving, cheerful, ever-ready with a smile, possessing a most pleasing dis- position, “Dot” is liked by all who know her. As a member of the Dodge basketball team, she was largely responsible for the many vic- tories that were won by this team. We are going to miss Dot’s cheery voice when we, the class of 1928, separate in June. But that same cheery voice will live long in our memories and will ever be an inspira- tion to us. Bon Voyage Dot! May the world be good to you! EVANGELINE P. GOODRIDGE “Contentment is natural wealth.” “Vang” came to us from South Pea- body and proved to be one our best liked classmates in the four years she spent with us. Pupils and instructors alike appreciated her bright humor and witty remarks, and in her circle of intimate friends, she ranked as one of the foremost in their affections. She is one whom we truly think of as a friend, willing to help when her help was needed, and ever offering her as- sistance in our many class undertak- ings. Her quiet nature added to her distinctiveness and the fact that she makes as good friends of her books as she does of her classmates augurs well for her future success.

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META Page Twenty-three JOHN H. HORRIGAN “What sweet delight a quiet life affords.” “Jeff,” as he is called by his inti- mate classmates and friends, although quiet, has formed a host of friends during his five years with us. We can- not appreciate fully his true character when in class because he is naturally reticent when appearing before his classmates. Jeff is one of the many baseball enthusiasts and although not a member of the P. H. S. team, he is a star player. Jeff, we hope that you will gain as many friends in your future work as you gained in your High School days. The best of luck, Jeff, from every member of ’28. HELEN L. HUDSON “Joy in this world is like a rainbow.” Possessed with a happy-go-lucky disposition, Helen has easily found her way into our hearts. She’s a girl who has a host of friends always with her as she is very fond of good times, has a pleasing personality, and is always ready to laugh at a good joke. Helen is in truth never found with- out that well-known smile. As a member of the Commercial course she has clearly shown her aptitude in things commercial and has also proved to be an efficient classmate, always ready to lend a helping hand. Helen, keep on your way, ever smil- ing and “the end will be the glory.” ALTON W. HUBBARD “I awoke one morning and found myself famous.” If shortness in stature ever af- fected anyone, “Hubby” is a decided exception. He has acquired and is still in possession of that indefinable “it” with the result that he has at his feet the whole of P. H. S., at least those of the gentler sex. We are un- fortunate in that we had him with us for only two years as he arrived from Danvers High in 1926. He served faithfully in his duties as traffic offi- cer in his senior year. Cheerfully and willingly he accepted the duties of an upperclassman and discharged them nobly. We extend to you, Alton, our sincerest wishes for a prosperous and happy career.