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

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P. H. S. MET A Twenty-three SHIRLEY A. CUSICK “ Charm strides the sight, But merit wins the soul.” Here we have a prim little lass, whose heart is bubbling over with friendliness and sincerity. Her pleasing disposition has gained for her the respect and admir- ation of the entire class. In your search for success in the business world, Shir- ley, you will find us all rooting for you. ANNA C. DAMM “Good nature is an element of success.” Glee Club Anna came to us four years ago with the ambition to become a stenographer and has succeeded admirably. Her good na- ture and charming way of winning friends are sure to help her in future years. Good luck and may she be happy in her busi- ness career. BLANCHE M. DANDA “A delightful presence — charm in abundance.” Some people seem to have that power of winning friends by being the true friend. Blanche has this power to the nth degree. As she goes forth to con- quer the business world, we feel sure she will, by her talents and amiability, win not only other friends but also no small measure of the success she seeks.

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T wentytwo MET A P. H. S. RODERICK L. CORBETT “To be or not to be, that is the question! “Rod” has been rather quiet in his years with us. But this smiling son of ’36 hae been working diligently to the end that in future days we will not be speaking of his retiring nature but of the worthwhile achievements that will be his. Best of luck, “Rod.” MARY E. CRANNEY “ Haste thee Nymph and bring with thee Jest and youthful jollity.” Whenever you see a group of people obviously enjoying themselves and laugh ' ing in a carefree manner, in their midst you may be sure to find our “Bess.” For during her school career she has always lightened the day’s work by a happy-go- lucky smile or an amusing tale. Here’s hoping the business world appreciates her as much as we have! BEATRICE E. CURTIS “A presence which is not to be put by.” Here is a charming person with loads of “pep” and vivaciousness whom we all recognise as “Beechie.” Her flashing smile, her irresistible laughter, her sunny self added life to all her classrooms. We all have enjoyed the companionship of this miss whose sunny disposition will always be one of our happy memories.

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MET A P. H. S. T wenty-four iMWmi SOPHIE A. DANDES “The silent woman is the rarest gem.’’ Class Basketball Science Club Sophie has proved to be a faithful and an ardent student during her four years with us. She is very modest and shy, but we are confident that regardless of her retiring manner she will be successful in anything she undertakes. PENELOPE H. DeCOULOS “Good dispositions win good friends.” Glee Club Science Club In Penelope we have found during our High School course, a companion, possess- ing a good disposition and a pleasing per- sonality. Although of a seemingly quiet nature, to her friends she has often proved co be the life of the party. We are hoping that our path will often cross hers when we leave P. H. S. EILEEN M. DESMOND A companion that is cheerful — is worth gold.” Science Club It is an impossibility to be gloomy while cheerful “Dessie” is in your midst. Her pleasant company, ready wit, good nature and jollity have certainly added im- measurable brightness to our school life. The host of friends that her cheery dispo- sition has won for her wish her every success.