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

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1940 volume:

NINETEEN HUNDRED AND FORTY META PEA Y HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY ADVISERS MR. ARTHUR J. BARRY MR. FREDERICK R. McMANUS Art MRS. EVA L. HAINES META STAFF Co-Editors WILLIAM GOGGIN BENJAMIN DANDES CHARLES MARSHALL PRISCILLA HINGSTON Business Managers Art Editors EDWARD NURMELA For Reference Not to fee taken from this library GRACE STEVENS ELSIE POOLE ELIZABETH DIACHISIN SYLVIA SWARTZ LOUISE DLUZNIESKA PHYLLIS MAGUIRE CHARLES PANAGOPLOS LUCY SILVA MARY GREGORY HELEN WARD ELEANOR MO ' ZER ROSE CALEY DOROTHY CLAFFEY Contributors LESTER KEILTY LAURA WILLIAMS MARION LEACH PHILIP WATERHOUSE JOHN WALSH PRESTON ABBOTT Typists ARLENE FEELEY MARY ZIELINSKI STELLA SZARY ARLENE LYNCH ANN SKLARSKY GEORGE MOUHTOURIS JOSEPHINE FLYNN NEWELL PENNIMAN MARGUERITE WELCH EVANGELINE LOBAO ELEANOR GOURLEY MARION JOLY MR. WILLIAM A. WELCH Jo 9lU TSifttom u iiustiue Out §t tpetin tender t of G V-liooC, a fid Out itiend m, t( 1C CfaAA of 1 9-V ' O te. ' ipecf. a fid a fjectiaaatefij dedicate lL i S.Sue of fg« 9K«ta META STAFF FOREWORD Four pleasant and profitable years at Peabody High School have drawn to a close. The time has come when we must leave the sheltering arms of Alma Mater and take our positions in the various walks of life for which we have been preparing. For many of us the parting of the ways will not be easy. The thought of leaving those friends with whom we have spent so many happy days and years weighs heavily upon us. Lest we forget some of our classmates, lest we find that time too quickly (prases from our minds the memories of many happy occasions, and so that, in a sense, those friends and those happy days may ever be with us, we present this issue of the META. In future days, when trials and difficulties beset us, if an occasional glance at the pages of our class book can help us to look through rose ' Colored glasses at the days of our youth, can inspire us to surmount the obstacles with which we are sure to be confronted, then the META will have served well its purpose. With this introduction, we now invite you to read on ALMA MATER BEST WISHES It’s time to leave the school house, The underclassmen too. And start upon the pathway Which will be life for you. May this pathway be a pleasant one With trials and hardships few, May your friendships still continue As you start your life anew. H. G. A., ’40 OUR FACULTY FRIENDS SUPERINTENDENT, WILLIAM A. WELCH PRINCIPAL, ARTHUR J. BARRY VICE-PRINCIPAL, J. HENRY HIGGINS MR. EDWARD M. BRAWLEY MISS AGNES V. CO ' DY MR. FREDERICK R. McMANUS MISS HELEN D. HOOD MR. JOHN E. BURKE MISS MARION A. MORIARTY MR. MICHAEL F. HIGGINS MISS KATHERINE G. LOGAN MR. DAVID P. COLLINS MISS MARY E. SULLIVAN MR. WILLIAM J. BRESNAHAN MISS MARGUERITE L. MURPHY MR. JAMES P. FOLEY MISS HELEN M. O ' KEEFE MR. ARTHUR V. JOHNSON MISS MARY A. BARRY MR. THOMAS F. McCARTHY MISS MARGARET A. BEIRNE MR. EDWARD T. DONAHUE MISS ELIZABETH B. FITZGERALD MR. EDWARD L. O ' CONNOR MISS ANN B. ’CARROLL MR. TIMOTHY F. McCARTHY MISS GLADYS M. CRONAN MR. LAWRENCE J. CUDDIRE MISS DOROTHY E. TUMELTY MR. JAMES F. CARLIN MISS ANNE BROWNSTONE MR. JAMES H. GREEHY MISS DOROTHY R. HAYES MR. D. EDWARD GORMAN MISS JOSEPHINE ALBERGHINI MR. AUGUSTUS P. MACIONE MISS MARY E. LUZ MR. BERNARD C. DULLEA MISS R. DOROTHY LEE MR. FRANK X. JOHNSON MISS VIRGINIA K. HAYES MR. D. F ' RANCIS HARRIGAN MISS HELEN F. FANNING MR. WILLIAM A. SEEGLITZ MISS HELEN M. RILEY MR. HENRY A. SULLIVAN MISS MURIEL E. L. SEARS MR. CLAUDE H. PHILLIPS MISS KATHLEEN M. HALLAHAN MRS. EVA L. HAINES MISS RUTH O’KEEFE MRS. MARGARET O’CALLAHAN MR. ARTHUR J. BARRY OUR PRINCIPAL Individually and collectively, we, the Class of 1940, here pay our small tribute to our principal, Mr. Arthur J. Barry. During the brief span of four years, our experiences with Mr. Barry have stamped him, decidedly, as a wise counselor, a cap ' able guide, and above all — a veritable friend. The fleetness of Old Father Time may cause severing of active relations with him, but eternally shall there be implanted within our chest of affections a cherished corner for our Principal. MR. J. HENRY HIGGINS AN APPRECIATION To Mr. J. Henry Higgins, our vice ' principal for his helpful advice in many of our pressing problems; to Mr. Michael F. Higgins, the guardian of the treasury of the class of ’40; to Mr. Frederick R. McManus, who assisted us in the preparation of the Meta; to Mrs. Eva L. Haines, who advised us in matters of Art for our class book; to Miss R. Dorothy Lee and Miss Helen F. Fanning, our class advisers; to Miss Helen D. Hood, Mr. Arthur V. John ' son, Miss Anna B. Carroll, Miss Anne Brownstone, who as home room teachers performed many acts of helpfulness; to Miss Kathleen Hallahan and Miss Ruth O’Keefe and to all who have contributed to the success of our class — We, the members of 1940, offer our sincere gratitude and appreciation. Fourteen P. H. S. META PRESTON S. ABBOTT “If you can dream and not ma e dreams your master.’’ 151 Lowell Street OBSERVER STAFF ' META STAFF PRESIDENT, JUNIOR DRAMATIC GUILD “OH PROFESSOR!” STRAND NIGHT BANK ORCHESTRA Course: General Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Dramatics Ambition: To be a Doctor Nickname: “Pret” CLAIRE M. ABELL “A pleasing countenance reflected by happy thoughts.’’ 86 Endicott Street GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Dancing Ambition : To be a Model Nickname: “Min” CLARA M. ABELL “Full of gentle indness Her loo s and actions are.’’ 72 Lowell Street OBSERVER STAFF SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Crossword Puzzles Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Clara P. H. S. META Fifteen ANGELO ACTIS “For he’s a jolly good fellow.’’ 15 Lynn Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Philately Ambition: To be a Mechanical Draftsman Nickname: “Ang” HILJA E. M. AHO “A cheerful manner ma es wit good natured.” 9 Ellsworth Road HOME NURSING Course — Latin Scientific Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Hil” PHYLLIS M. AKERSON “Perseverance eeps honor bright.’’ 470 Lowell Street Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Office Practice Flobby: Gardening Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Phil” Sixteen META P. H. S. PETER J. ANDROMIDAS “Still waters run deep.’’ 16 Harris Street Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be a Bookkeeper Nickname: “Livensky” NICK ANDRONIKOS “As firm and as sound as the ground on which he treads. 53 Tracey Street BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course — General Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Pigeons Ambition: To become an automobile mechanic Nickname: “Nick” EUGENE E. ANKETELL “Diligence is the mistress of success.’’ 168 Lynnfield Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Baseball Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Ank” P. H. S. META Seventeen HELEN G. APLIN To be amiable is most certainly a virtue.” 8 Perkins Street DRAMATIC GUILD GYM MEET Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Writing jingle poetry Ambition: To be a Dental Assistant Nickname: “Apples” MICHAEL A. ARGEROS “The reward of a thing well-done is to have done it.” 12 Elm Street BASEBALL BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Camping Ambition: To be a U. S. Army Officer Nickname: “Mike” RUTH ASHLEY “ Long may such goodness live.” 1 1 Carlton Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Collecting pictures of movie actresses Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Ruthie Eighteen META P. H. S. ANNABELLE BACHERMAN “Disarm misfortune with a grin.’’ 14 Kosciusko Street BATON CLUB GYM MEET Course: Latin Scientific Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To be a Dental Assistant Nickname: “Bachie” THEODORE BALTAS “A light heart lives long.’’ 17 Paleologos Street Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Mechanics Ambition: To be a State Trooper Nickname: “Teddy” WALTER BARBOUR “Good nature is an element of success. 126 Lowell Street Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Ping Pong Ambition: To be an Engineer Nickname: “Burp” P. H. S. META Nineteen EDITH BELOSTOCK “Buxom, blithe, and debonair.” 192 Washington Street GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Collecting pictures of movie stars Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “Giddy” KENNETH BERES “Good sportsmanship is a rare quality” 14 Elm Street FOOTBALL- BASEBALL BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be an Athletic Coach Nickname: “Kenney” MARY E. BEZEMES “Laughter is but the sunshine of the soul.” 42 Forest Street BAND GYM MEET SPANISH CLUB BATON SQUAD STRAND NIGHT GIRLS ' BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Twirling a Baton Ambition: To be a National Champion Nickname: “Bizzy” T wen ty META P. H. S. ALBERT F. BLAZON “Life is what you ma e it.” 28 Hourihan Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Ancient History Hobby: Bowling Ambition: - To be an Aviator Nickname: “Al” JAMES C. BOUGAS “A companion who is cheerful is worth gold.” 14 Union Street SPANISH CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Philately Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: “Jimmie EILEEN L. BOYLAN “hjever leave that till tomorrow, which can be done today.” 45 English Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course — General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Telephoning Ambition: To be a Telephone Operator Nickname: “Sis” P. H. S. META T wenty-one LEONARD BOYLAN “All may have if they dare but try.” 45 English Street CLASS BASKETBALL GEOGRAPHY CLUB BASEBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Woodcarving Ambition: To be a Big League Baseball Player Nickname: “Lenny” FRANCIS X. BOZEK “Good nature and good sense are twins.” 10 Highland Street META STAFF PHYSICS CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Electricity Ambition: To be an Electrical Engineer Nickname: “Frankie” DERMET J. BRADY “Short in stature but large in heart and soul.” 18 Margin Street Course: General Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Walking Ambition: To Fly Nickname: “Irish” T wenty ' two META P. H. S. ARTHUR J. BRAVOS “The days of our youth are the days of our glory. 18 Mt. Vernon Street FOOTBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Wood ' Carving Ambition : Football Coach Nickname: Art” EDWARD M. BRAWLEY, Jr. “And when there was a prize to win, He came up smiling and pitched in. 4 Seneca Road CLASS OFFICER, JR. CLASS OFFICER, SR. STRAND NIGHT BASEBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Classical Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a Graduate of Holy Cross Nickname: “Moe” FRANCIS J. BRESNAHAN Heaven’s thunders melt in music. 46 Pierpont Street PHYSICS CLUB ORCHESTRA BAND CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Outdoor Sports Ambition: To be an Aviation Mechanic Nickname: Bres” P. H. S. META T wentythree RICHARD BROWN “Gentle in manner, firm in action.’’ 1 Birch Street, West Peabody Course: General Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Farming Ambition: To be a United States Forester Nickname: “Dick” ROBERT F. BUCKLEY “Some are born great, others achieve greatness.” 43 Franklin Street PHYSICS CLUB CAMERA CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Mechanical Engineer Nickname: “Buck” RICHARD A. BUDKA “A good friend is better than silver or gold.” 9 Swampscott Avenue Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Sailing Ambition: To be a Marine Engineer Nickname: “Dick” Twenty-four META P. H. S. PHILIP J. BURKE “He is as wise as he is merry” 3 3 Washington Street CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Golf Ambition: To Succeed Nickname: P. J.” ROSE CALEY “A sunny temper gilds the edges of life ' s blackest cloud.” 79 Washington Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET META STAFF Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Drawing Hobby: Collecting Souvenirs Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Blondie” ELEANOR A. CALLAHAN “Quiet, steadfast, and demure. ' 13 North Central Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET LUNCH COUNTER Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Swimming Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: El” P. H. S. META T wentyfve LEONARD A. CALLAHAN He was the chap who made things hum. 52 English Street Course: General Favorite subject: English Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Mush” DOROTHY M. CAULFIELD She hath much merit and priceless qualities.” 1 1 North Central Street SPANISH CLUB BATON CLUB CHEER LEADER GLEE CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Collecting Souvenirs Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Dottie” CATHERINE M. CAVANAUGH Good things come in small packages. 15 Swampscott Avenue OBSERVER STAFF SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET DEBATING CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Commercial Law Hobby: Collecting Souvenirs Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Kay” META P. H. S. T wenty-six JOHN P. CENA “Men judge us by the success of our efforts. 22 Wheeler Street META STAFF ' ORCHESTRA BAND STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Photographer Nickname: “Flop” ROBERT E. CHAMPAGNE “Let us be up and doing.” 22 Augustus Street Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: “Bud” CHARLES F. CHENERY “ Speech is great, but silence is greater.” 132 Washington Street BAND Course: General Favorite Subject: Economics Hobby: Baseball Ambition : To be a Statesman Nickname: “Charlie” P. H. S. META Twenty ' seven FRANK. A. CHENERY Gaiety and a light heart are the best medicine. 6 Burke Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To fly Nickname: Bud” COLIN A. CHISHOLM “As merry as the day is long. 115 Lowell Street GOLF Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Keeping a sport scrapbook Ambition: To be a good golfer Nickname: “Chis” KOULA CHRIST A woman of silence is a woman of sense.” 8 Fulton Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Ancient History Hobby: Roller Skating Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Kai” T wentv-eigh t META P. H. S. PETER CHRIST Hone but himself can be his parallel. 8 Fulton Street Course — General Favorite Subject: Geography t Hobby: Collecting records of popular orchestras Ambition: To be a good citizen Nickname: “Pete” DOROTHEA M. CLAFFEY Loo into her eyes for the re flection of friendship. 7 Newcastle Road OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF CLASS OFFICER, JR. CLASS OFFICER, SR. DRAMATIC GUILD GLEE CLUB GYM MEET Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Miniature Copies of Famous Paintings Ambition: To be a Teacher Nickname: “Dottie” JAMES G. CODY Laugh and the world laughs with you. 28 Granite Street Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Whittling Ambition: To be a Banker Nickname: P. H. S. META Twenty-nine WILLIAM P. COLLINS A true friend is forever a friend.” 24 Tracey Street Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Poultry Raising Ambition: To succeed in business Nickname: ‘ ' Bill ' ’ CHARLES R. COOK “He has merit, good nature, and integrity.” 78 Endicott Street SPANISH CLUB FOOTBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Problems of Democracy Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To travel extensively Nickname: “Cookie ' ’ MARJORIE COOK “Her ways are ways of pleasure, and all her paths are paths of peace.” Birch Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Studying the different kinds of flowers Ambition: To Jpe a Secretary Nickname: “Cookie” Thirty META P. H. S. RAYMOND J. COOKE ‘‘I ' ll put a girdle round the earth in forty minutes.” 73 Felton Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Amateur Photography Ambition: To be a Greyhound Bus Driver Nickname: “Cookie” STANLEY R. COURT “Merit is worthier than fame.” 21 Fay Avenue BAND Course: General Favorite Subject: Drawing Hobby: Swing Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Stan” EDWARD D. DABRIEO “Persevere and you will be rewarded.” 3% Andover Street Course: Classical Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Carving Ambition: To be a Linotypist Nickname: “Sparks” P. H. S. META Thirty-one BENJAMIN DANDES “The time shall come when his more solid sense With nod important shall the laws dispense.” 75 Aborn Street HONOR STUDENT EDITOR OBSERVER STAFF EDITOR META STAFF “TISH” “oh professor’’ DRAMATIC GUILD DEBATING CLUB Course: Classical Favorite Subject: French Hobby: Dramatics Ambition: To be a Judge Nickname: “Ben” IRVING DEBINSKY “Laughter is but the sunshine of the soul.” 16 Jacobs Street GEOGRAPHY CLUB CAMERA CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: United States Stamp Collector Ambition: To be a Traveler Nickname: “Debby” ROBERT J. DESMOND “Steadfast was his friendship, his word as true as gold.’’ 63 Aborn Street SPANISH CLUB CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Dud” Thirty-two META P. H. S. E. BETTY DIACHISIN “ ' Heat as a pin.” 43 Lynn Street META STAFF RED CROSS GYM MEET HOME NURSING GLEE CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: French and Physics Hobby: Drawing and Reading Ambition: To be a Dress ' designer Nickname: Dyke” ROBERT P. DIANE “Zeal and duty are not slow.” 268 Washington Street Course : College Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be a politician Nickname: Dinah” FRANCES A. DLUZNIESKA “Care and diligence bring luc “ 58 County SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Franny” P. H. S. META Thirty-three JENNIE T. DLUZNIESKA “Consistency, thou art a jewel.” 58 County Street SPANISH CLUB Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Crocheting Ambition: To be a secretary Nickname: “Jen” LOUISE DLUZNIESKA “Give your best to life and the best will return to you many fold.” 60 King Street META STAFF SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB HONOR STUDENT Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a private secretary Nickname: “Lou MARGARET M. DONLON “A woman of silence is a woman of sense.” 9 Bowditch Street PHYSICS CLUB GYM MEET HOME NURSING Course : Classical Favorite Subject: French Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To be a secretary Nickname: “Margie Thirty4-pur META P. H. S. MARY L. DORGAN “ She is a phantom of delight. 25 Orchard Street SPANISH CLUB CHEER LEADER GLEE CLUB ’ GYM MEET GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Economics Hobby: Knitting Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “May” PHILLIP H. DORGAN ‘‘The most manifest sign of wisdom is continued cheerfulness.” 25 Orchard Street STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL BASKETBALL GOLF DEBATING CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a statesman Nickname “Tea Ball” ROBERT E. DOUGLAS ‘‘The narrowest hinge in my hand puts to scorn all machinery.” 114 Lynn Street Course: General Favorite Subject: English Ambition: To be an Aviation Mechanic Nickname: “Doug” P. H. S. META Thirtyfive JENNIE A. DOURAMAKOS “The gentleness of her tones would pierce a heart of stone.” 33 Tracey Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Geography Hobby: Collecting Autographs Ambition: To be a Radio Blues Singer Nickname: “Jen” EDNA DOWDELL ‘‘Friendship is no plant of hasty growth.” 2 Tremont Street BATON CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby : Movies Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Ed” CHARLES J. DROUGAS “An able man shows his spirit by gentle words and resolute actions.” 13 Northend Street SPANISH CLUB FOOTBALL TRACK Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Camping Ambition: To be a Forester Nickname: “Charlie” Thirty-six META P. H. S. RAYMOND DUBIE “A peaceful mind is a source of content.” 16 Union Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Collecting Photographs Ambition: To be an Air Pilot Nickname: “Spud” JEAN DUDAR “A light heart lives long.” 3 Lowe Street Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a Beautician Nickname: “Jen” MARY L. EFTIM “She’ll get by with a twin le in her eye. 435 Lowell Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Collecting Photos of Movie Stars and Swing Bands Ambition: To be a Singer or Reporter Nickname: “Marie” P. H. S. META T hirty ' seven ELSIE L. ELWELL “Come and trip it as you go On the light fantastic toe.” 19 Calumet Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Roller Skating Ambition: To be a Dancing Teacher Nickname: “El” WAYNE EVANS “It’s the height of art to conceal art.’’ Lake Street, West Peabody STRAND NIGHT Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Burning Pictures on Wood Ambition: To be a Showman Nickname: “Speed” ARLENE M. FEELEY “It’s nice to be natural when you’re naturally nice. 23 Perkins Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Collecting Records Ambition: To be a model Nickname: “Lee” Thirty-eight META P. H. S. ESTHER D. FIELD “True worth is in being, not seeming.’’ 73 Aborn Street RED CROSS HOME NURSING GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB Course: Latin ' Scientific Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a stylist Nickname: Eh” MARTHA P. FISCHER “The only way to have a friend is to be one.’’ Needham Homestead, West Peabody SPANISH CLUB WOMEN’S CLUB Course : General Favorite Subject: Languages Hobby: Collecting horses Ambition: To be a good kindergarten teacher Nickname: “Pam” JOSEPHINE A. FLYNN “Good nature is the very air of a good woman.” 17 Bartholomew Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF GEOGRAPHY CLUB WOMEN’S CLUB STRAND NIGHT Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a secretary to the Pres- ident Nickname: “Jo” P. H. S. META Thirty-nine ALICE M. FOLEY “She has a smile for every friend And for every smile a friend.’’ 14 Nelson Road GOLF WOMAN’S CLUB Course: Latin ' Scientific Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Collecting unusual things Ambition: To be a teacher Nickname: “Al” FRED B. FORRISTALL, Jr. “A lad of silence but of merit.” 74 Fairview Avenue PHYSICS CLUB CAMERA CLUB Course : Tech nical Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Stamp Collecting Ambition: To be an accountant Nickname: “Fred” RUTH V. FOWLER “A heart to resolve, a head to contrive, a hand to execute.” 666 Lowell Street Course: General Favorite Subjet: Chemistry Hobby: Needle Work Ambition: To be a fashion designer Nickname:’ Ruthie” Forty META P. H. S. JOHN M. FREEMAN “Men of few words are the best.” 108 Washington Street Course: Classical Favorite Subject: Latin Hobby: Caddying Ambition: To be a doctor Nickname: “Shaun” THADDEUS A. GAIESKI “ Prepare today for the tomorrow that is sure to come.” 43 Central Street BASEBALL BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Model Building Ambition: To be on the U. S. Coast Guard Nickname: “Teddy” DORA GAMBOS “The hidden soul of harmony.” 60 Wallis Street GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Collecting recipes Ambition: To be a private secretary Nickname: “Dora” P. H. S. META Forty-one NICK GEORGE Happy am I, from care I’m free, Why aren ' t they all contented U e me? 19 Elm Street CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Fixing Engines Ambition: To be an aviator Nickname: “Nick” S. MARCIA GEORGE T he truly generous is the truly wise.” 71 Tremont Street Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Stewardess Nickname “Martha” HERBERT G. GILES I can truly say I do not now how to frown. 94 Lynn Street SPANISH CLUB PHYSICS CLUB BASEBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Drawing Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a Draftsman Nickname: “Herb” Forty-two META P. H. S. WILLIAM F. GILES “To be amiable is most certainly a virtue.” 94 Lynn Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a Policeman Nickname: “Bill” HELEN E. GILL “Always happy, always gay.” 16 Lynnfield Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Gilly” ROGER E. GILMORE “He is as wise as he is merry.” 265 Lowell Street BAND Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be Advertising Manager of large Theatre Nickname: “Rog” P. H. S. META Forty-three WILLIAM F. GOGGIN “In character, in manner, in style — in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity 10 Chestnut Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF STRAND NIGHT BASKETBALL GOLF, CO-CAPTAIN DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Marksmanship Ambition: To go to Annapolis Nickname: “Bill” HAROLD GOLDSTEIN “Good dispositions good friends win.” 11 Tremont Street BAND BASKETBALL TRACK CLASS BASKETBALI CAMERA CLUB DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Surgeon Nickname: “Hal” ESTHER V. GOSS “A melody from the s ies.” 24 Sherman Street RED CROSS Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: United States History Ambition: Air Hostess Nickname: “Goosy” Forty-four P. H. S. META ELEANOR M. GOURLEY Simple in manner, as all great women are.” 72 Ellsworth Road OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET WOMAN’S CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Medical Secretary Nickname - “El” JOHN W. GOVRUSIK ‘‘Music hath charms - - - 6 Shillaber Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Ancient History Hobby: Music Ambition: To become a theological student ROBERT H. GRANT “ Perseverance eeps honor bright.” 18 Driscoll Street Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be an Engineer Nickname: “Bob” P. H. S. META Forty-five VERNA E. GREEN “Petite, but oh, so sweet.’’ 20 Augustus Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Collecting Photographs Ambition: To be an Art Designer Nickname: “Rusty” MARY GREGORY “ Efficiency is the mother of success.’’ 36 Lenox Road OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Arithmetic Hobby: Knitting Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “May” EVELYN HAIG “Silence often spea s for itself.’’ 7 State Street GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Evie” Forty-six META P. H. S. MERTON C. HALL “I value sc ience, none can praise it more.” 48 Outlook Avenue PHYSICS CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Radio operating Ambition: To be a good radio operator Nickname: “Murt PHYLLIS R. HALLOWELL “Actions spea louder than words.” 5 Abbott Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: “Bike” Riding Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Phil” JAMES R. HARKINS ‘‘The world belongs to the energetic.” 54 Clement Avenue Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be a banker Nickname: “Bob” P. H. S. META Forty-seven LEONARD J. P. HILENSKI “To be swift is less than to be wise.” 84 Margin Street FOOTBALL BASEBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a trainer Nickname: “Flannagan” FRANCIS A. HINCHION ‘‘Humor is the pensiveness of wit.” 8 Putnam Street CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Baseball Ambition: To be a Football Coach Nickname: “Frank” PRISCILLA A. HINGSTON ‘‘My mind to me a ingdom is.” 250 Washington Street EDITOR OBSERVER STAFF EDITOR META STAFF DRAMATIC GUILD WOMAN’S CLUB Course: Classical Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be a Teacher Nickname: “Cil” Forty-eight META P. H. S. ELEANOR P. HOBAN “She is good that does good to others.” 23 Coolidge Avenue SPANISH CLUB . GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Lefty BENJAMIN P. HOLDER “A man’s man.” 21 Winter Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Ben” HELEN M. HOOPER “The fairest of the fair.” Russell Street, West Peabody Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Dramatics Ambition: To be a Dietician Nickname: “Hoppie” P. H. S. META Forty-nine MARION L. HUTCHINS “A perfect woman nobly planned, To warm, comfort, and command.” 7 Hillside Avenue GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB woman’s CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Philately Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Hutchy” JEAN L. INGRAHAM “The secret of success is the constancy of purpose.” 237 Lowell Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Music Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Jeany” VIRGINIA E. INGRAHAM “ Persevere and you will be rewarded.” 237 Lowell Street CHEER LEADER GYM MEET girls’ basketball debating club Course: Technical Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be a model Nickname: Jinny” Fifty META P. H. S. WALTER JACAVANCO The man who consecrates his hours bv vigorous effort and an honest arm. 22 Highland Park FOOTBALL CLASS’ BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Marksman Ambition: To be an experienced Weldei Nickname: “Jacko” MARION E. JOLY Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit. 75 Washington Street META STAFF GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET WOMEN’S CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Writing Ambition: To be a Private Secretary Nickname: “Mayo” ALLI S. KANKALO The reward of a thing well done is to have done it.” 22 Palmer Avenue SPANISH CLUB BATON CLUE GEOGRAPHY CLUB DRAMATIC GUILD “tish” Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Collecting small wooden shoes (souvenirs) Ambition: To be a Masseure Nickname: “Skeeball” P. H. S. META Fiftyone SAUL J. KATZMAN “Good nature is an element of success.” 2 Smidt Avenue CLASS OFFICER, JR. CLASS OFFICER, SR. STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL TRACK Course: General Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Sports Ambition: To Travel and see the World Nickname: “Solly” STELLA KAZNAZY “Of very gentle heart and of good conscience.” 8 Cottage Street GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Crocheting Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Stel” DANIEL F. KEEFE “Amiability shines by its own light.” 78 Lowell Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Commercial Law Hobby: Collecting Souvenirs Ambition: To get ahead Nickname: “Danny” Fifty-two META P. H. S. LESTER F. KEILTY “Whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well.” 36 Clement Avenue OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF PRES. SENIOR CLASS SPANISH CLUB STRAND NIGHT BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Swimming Ambition: To be a Success Nickname: “Pres” PAUL J. KEN ALE Y “A face that cannot smile is never good.” 5 Englewood Road CAMERA CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Collecting Stamps Ambition: To be a pharmacist MILDRED L. KING “In her alone ’twas natural to please.” 7 Troy Street GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: College Mathematics Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To do Office Work Nickname: “Mil” P H. S. META Fifty-three STANLEY W. KOTOLOSKI “A moral, sensible, and well-bred man. ' 2 Lynn Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Playing Hockey Ambition: To be a Forest Ranger Nickname: “Stash” FRANCES S. KOWALSKI “Cheerful company shortens the miles.” 2 Blaney Avenue SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be a Governess Nickname: “Franny” NICHOLAS KROCHMAL “Go far, too far you cannot.” 17 Wheeler Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Collecting old money Ambition: To be a Traveler Nickname: “Nick” Fifty-four META P. H. S. ELEANOR M. LABELLE “Much wisdom goes with fewest words.” 72 Washington Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “El” JENNIE LABERIS “ Her voice was ever soft, gentle, and slow.” 30 Harris Street SPANISH CLUB RED CROSS GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be a Fashion Designer Nickname: “Ginnie” JOHN F. LAMOUREAUX “I am not only witty myself, but the cause of that wit is in other men.” 246 Washington Street TRACK Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Drawing Hobby: Carving Ambition: To be an Aviator Nickname: “Yake” P. H. S. META Fifty-five MARY LANGAN “Of soul sincere, in action faithful, and in honor clear.” 65 Holten Street SPANISH CLUB AVIATION CLUB GYM MEET TRAFFIC SQUAD Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Ping Pong Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: May LEONA G. LARRABEE ‘‘Gaiety and a light heart are the best medicine.’’ 45 Lynn Street GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: “Jitterbugging” Ambition: To be a Fashion Designer Nickname: “Larry” FREDERICK G. LAWRENCE ‘‘Let me but do my wor from day to day.” 10 Columbus Road GLEE CLUB FOOTBALL BASEBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Playing Baseball Ambition: Professional Baseball Nickname: “Freddy” Fifty -six META P. H. S. MARION G. LEACH A good reputation is more valuable than money.’’ Lake Street META STAFF HONOR STUDENT DRAMATIC GUILD , “tiSH” Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject- Mathematics Hobby: Dramatic s Ambition: To Succeed May Robson Nickname: “Tish” BARBARA LeCAIN An open hearted maiden true and pure.’’ 39 County Street SPANISH CLUB HOME NURSING Course: General Hobby: Music Ambition: To be a Nurse ONNIE LEHTO “Smooth runs the water where the broo is deep.” 2 Farnham Avenue Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: My Homework Nickname- “Barb Ambition: Radio P. H. S. META Fifty-seven KATHLEEN M. LENDALL Haste thee T ' lymph and bring with thee Jest and youthful Jollity.” 2 Blaney Avenue SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GLEE CLUB RED CROSS GYM MEET Course : General Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Walking Ambition: To be a Governess Nickname: “Chickie” LOUIS V. LIMAURO A man he seems of cheerful yesterdays and confident tomorrows. 205 Lynn Street CHEER LEADER GEOGRAPHY CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Shooting Ambition: To be an aeronautical engineer Nickname: “Lou” EVANGELINE M. LOBAO “ The mirror of all courtesy. 9 Davis Terrace OBSERVER STAFF GLEE CLUB GYM MEET META STAFF Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Sketching Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Vangie” Fifty-eight META P. H. S. THOMAS J. LONERGAN “ Describe him who can, an abridgement of all that is pleasant in man.” 5 Berry Street Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be an engineer Nickname: “Gentle” ARLYNE M. LYNCH “ The beautiful rests on the foundations of the necessary.” 44 Bartholomew Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF GYM MEET STRAND NIGHT Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To study art Nickname: “Ann” CHARLES E. LYNCH “ There’s nothing ill can dwell in such a temple.” 52 Ellsworth Road SPANISH CLUB FOOTBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Collecting Stamps Ambition: To be a Lawyer Nickname: “Charlie” P. H. S. META Fifty-nine LOUIS MACRINOTIS “Courage consists in hanging on one minute longer.” 28 Harris Street SPANISH CLUB FOOTBALL BASEBALL BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a sailor Nickname: Scoops” PHYLLIS M. MAGUIRE “Friendship is a sheltering tree.” 3 30 Lowell Street OBSERVER STAFF CHEER LEADER STRAND NIGHT GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CAMERA CLUB WOMAN’S CLUB HEALTH CLUB, WINNER INDIVIDUAL CUP Course: General Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Hiking Ambition: To be a help to mankind Nickname: “Mickey” SALLY T. MALLIA “O, blest with temper whose unclouded ray, Can ma e tomorrow cheerful as today!” 5 Swampscott Avenue SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Sewing Ambition: Dress maker Nickname: “Sal” META Sixty P. H. S. SAM J. MALLIA “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” 7 Goldthwaite Place Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Baseball Ambition: To be a doctor ELSIE S. MANNINEN “True to her word, her wor , and her friend.” 23 Tracey Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be an embalmer Nickname: “Al” RAYMOND A. MARQUES “I came, I saw, I conquered .” 14 North Central Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Golf Ambition: To be a state trooper Nickname: “Ray” Nickname: “Star” P. H S META Sixty-one CHARLES A. MARSHALL “In life, we gain nothing save by effort. 7 Walsh Avenue TREASURER, SENIOR CLASS BUSINESS MANAGER META STAFF PHYSICS CLUB STRAND NIGHT Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Math Hobby: Being a sport Ambition: To be an engineer Nickname: Charlie” JOHN J. MARSHALL, Jr. Long lives the merry heart which laughs by night and day.” 2 Collins Street SPANISH CLUB, VICE PRESIDENT Course: General Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be an Airplane Pilot Nickname: “Swifty” PHILIP G. MARTINEAU ‘‘Level eyes under a level head.” 13 Evans Road Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Commercial Geography Hobby: Music and Model Building Ambition: To be an accountant Nickname: “Phil” Sixty-two META P. H. S. GEORGE R. McCarthy “As merry as a in g in his delight and merrier too.” 50 Pierpont Street SPANISH CLUB GLEE CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Plobby: Building airplane models Ambition: To be a mechanic Nickname: “Mac” marion e. McCarthy “The sight of you is good for sore eyes.” 16 Ayer Street GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: World History Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To have a career Nickname: “Mack” thomas j. McLaughlin “Hence, loathed Melancholy.” 45 Foster Street Course: Latin Scientific Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Scrap Book Ambition: To be a P. O. Clerk Nickname: “Tomaly” P. H. S. META Sixty-three ARLENE M. McOSKER “To succeed you must earnestly desire and constantly strive.” 10 Putnam Street GYM MEET HOME NURSING Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Collecting Autographs Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Arl” JOHN R. MEANEY “ Everything comes to him who waite. 14 Columbus Road Golf Camera Club Glee Club Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Golfing Ambition: To be a Journalst Nickname: “Bob” MARJORIE MEANEY ‘‘Joyous and clear and fresh, thy music doth surpass.” 14 Columbus Road GLEE CLUB GYM MEET Course : Classical Favorite Subject: Latin Hobby: Swimming Ambition: To be a Fashion Designer Nickname: “Margie” Sixty-four META P. H. S. CHARLES G. MEKEADIS “Few things are impossible to diligence and success.’’ 1 1 Paleologos Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB TRACK GOLF Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Diesel Engineer REGINA C. MILESKI “True as the dial to the sun.” 6 Oak Street SPANISH CLUB Course: Classical Favorite Subject: History Hobby. Reading Ambition: To Attend Wilfred Academy Nickname: “Regie” WILLIAM W. MILLEA, Jr. “ Diligence is the mother of good fortune.” 5 Fairmount Road CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Ping Pong Ambition: To be a Lawyer Nickname: “Billy” P. H. S. META Seventy-three NEWELL W. PENNIMAN, Jr. “A man’s worth is estimated in this world according to his conduct.” 27 Sutton Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF GOLF CLASS BASKETBALL DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Geometry Hobby: Stamp Collecting Ambition: To be a Treasury Department Accountant Nickname: “Penny” DOROTHY PERCHEKOS “A clear conscience is a sure card.” 18 Union Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Collecting pictures of movie stars Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Dot” MARCIA E. PETERSON Her smile is li e a rainbow flashing from a misty s y.” 104 Lowell Street DRAMATIC GUILD GYM MEET STRAND NIGHT Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be an Elocution Teacher Nickname: “Pete” Seventy-four ■ META P. H. S. JAMES PETROPOULOS “I will be lord over myself.” 59 Tremont Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: World History Hobby: Boxing Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: College” MARTHA PETROPOULOS “Good sense is a gift from heaven.” 59 Tremont Street SPANISH CiLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Collecting photographs Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “Marty” ELSIE E. POOLE ‘‘Each mind has its own method .” 25 Bartholomew Street YEAR BOOK STAFF GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Els” P. H. S. META Seventy-fire MARION W. PORTER A sweet, attractive ind of grace.” 9 Nickerson Road GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Typing Hobby: Setting Hair Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Babe” LORAIN POWERS Peace is the offspring of power” 5 School Street GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Rainy” RICHARD B. PRATT To climb steep hills Requires slow pace at first.” 33 Gardner Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Raising Chickens Ambition: To be successful in whatever I do Nickname: “Dick” Seventy-six META P. H. S. JOHN PRONCO Heaven helps the men who act.” r. 42 County Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby : Sports Ambition: To be a Successful Welder Nickname: “Pronco” SOPHIE PSALTIS “Witty without wit’s pretense.” 157 Endicott Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Shrimp” LILLIAN M. PYBURN “ Disarm misfortune with a grin.” 114 Summit Street GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB woman’s CLUB Course : Classical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Collecting poetry Ambition: To be a pharmacist Nickname: “Lil” P. H. S. META Seventyseven PHILIP D QUINLAN “I have a heart with room for every joy.” 20 Linden Road Course: General Favorite Subject: History Ambition: To be a machinist Nickname: “Squint” REVA G. RABINOVITZ “A sweet and gracious smile, the index to a sweet and gracious nature.” 4 Buxton Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Playing piano Ambition: To be a success in business Nickname: “River” ELIZABETH RAYMOND “I could not in a palace find a truer heart than hers.” 115 Central Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET WOMAN’S CLUB LUNCH COUNTER Course: General Favorite Subject: Problems of Democ- racy Ambition: To be successful Nickname: “Betty” Seventy-eight META P. H. S. BARBARA F. RICHARDSON Such popularity must be deserved.” 202 Main Street SPANISH CLUB, SECRETARY 1939 GLEE CLUB GYM MEET Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To go to Medical School Nickname: “Barbie” BERNARD K. ROSENSTEIN Though vanquished, he could argue still.” 10 Fay Avenue DRAMATIC GUILD BAND GOLF CAMERA CLUB DEBATING CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Sciences Hobby: Designing and constructing air- planes Ambition: To be an Aeronautical En- gineer Nickname: “Bernie” ROSE J. ROUMAS Music is the universal language of mankind.” 3 Emmett Street SPANISH CLUB ORCHESTRA GYM MEET STRAND NIGHT Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Playing piano Ambition: To travel Nickname: “Jacki” P. H. S. META Seventynine THOMAS ROUTSES “The will to do, the soul to dare.” 5 Elliot Place ' SPANISH CLUB CLASS BASKETBALL Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: “Tom” ALFRED A. SACCONE “ Character is an atmosphere rather than a sum of qualities.” 54 Sutton Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Stamps Ambition: To be an Aviator Nickname: “Fred” JULIA SAKELAKOS ‘‘Born to co mmand is she, and woe to him who heeds not.” 6 Pleasant Street SPANISH CLUB BATON CLUB RED CROSS HOME NURSING Course: General Favorite Subject: Problems of Democracy Hobby: Cooking Ambition: To be a Baby Nurse Nickname: “Sacko” Eighty META P. H. S. EUGENE H. SALLOW AY “Victory crowns hard labor.” 69 Franklin Street PHYSICS DEBATING CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Stamps, Cameras Ambition: To Study Medicine Nickname: Gene” SEYMOUR I. SALLOWAY “Ton will be what you will to be.” 65 Central Street BAND BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL CAMERA CLUB DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Stamp Collecting and Photog- raphy Ambition: To be a Doctor Nickname: “Sinker” WALTER SAMAS ‘‘A superior man is modest in his speech.” 25 County Street SPANISH CLUB ORCHESTRA Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Fiddling Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: “Sammy” P. H. S. META Sixty-five PENELOPE P. MITSOPOULOS ' Her merit is worthier than fame.” 33 Tracey Street BATON CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Sewing Ambition: To be a nurse Nickname: “Penny” NORMAN E. MOQUIN “I to my pledged word am true.” 10 Ethel Avenue GEOGRAPHY CLUB GOLF Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Stamp Collecting Ambition: To be a Coast Guardsman Nickname: “Moke” JOHN T. MORRISSEY “ Born for success he seems.” 8 Fairmount Road Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Models Ambition: To own a grocery store Nickname: “Johnnie” Sixty-six META P. H. S. MARGARET D. MORRISSEY Mindful not of herself’’ 8 Fairmount Road SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Autographs Ambition: To be a nurse Nickname: “Maggie” D. GEORGE MOUHTOURIS “A quiet nature, a generous heart. 14 Little’s Lane META STAFF Course: General Favorite Subject: Commercial Law Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Government Employee Nickname: “Georgie” ELEANOR L. MOZER “T he mirror of all courtesy.” 91 Central Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF RED CROSS GYM MEET Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Art Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be an illustrator Nickname: “El” P. H. S. META Sixty-seven WILLIAM C. MULLANE CLARENCE J. MURPHY, Jr. MARILYN A. NOYES “ Friendship is the wine of life.” “ Silence , where nothing need be said, is the eloquence of discretion.” “ Speech is great, silence is greater.” 3 Ayer Street 5 Clement Avenue 66 Prospect Street RED CROSS GYM MEET Course: General Course: General Course: Classical Favorite Subject: Sociology Favorite Subject: Physiology Favorite Subject: Latin Hobby: Swimming Hobby : Machinery Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be an aviator Ambition: To travel Ambition: To be a nurse Nickname: “Bill” Nickname: “Joe” Nickname: “Lynn” Sixty-eight M E T .A P. H. S. EDWARD NURMELA “W ho nows nothing base, fears nothing nown.” 23 Newcastle Road BUSINESS MANAGER META STAFF PHYSICS CLUB HONOR STUDENT Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Bowling Ambition: To be an engineer Nickname: “Ed” LEO J. O’BRIEN, Jr. “Silence has many advantages.” 21 Osborne Street BAND Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a businessman Nickname: “Obie” IRENE F. O ' CONNOR “The world belongs to the energetic.” 1 King Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Swimming Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Reenee” P. H. S. META Sixtynine HERBERT O’DONNELL “Manners ma e the man.” 31 Harris Street GLEE CLUB FOOTBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Philately Ambition: To be a Machinist’s Mate in Coast Guard Nickname: “Herb” EVELYN O’LEARY “Be just and fear not.” 1 5 Carlton Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: United States History Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Babe” ISOLINA M. ORTINS “The fair, the chaste, the unexpressive she.” 42 Tracey Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Piano Playing Ambition: To be a good Typist Nickname: “Ursey” Seventy META P. H. S. ANNE M. OSEPCHUK JENNIE R. OSSOFF CHARLES PANAGOPLOS “The gentle mind by gentle deeds is nown.” 43 Aborn Street GYM MEET GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CAMERA CLUB WOMAN’S CLUB HOME NURSING Course: Classical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Piano Playing Ambition: To be a teacher Nickname: “Annie” Cheerfullness is an offshoot of goodness and of wisdom. 10 Holten Street SPANISH CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “Jen” ‘‘Before we proceed any further, let me speah.” 41 Paleologos Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF CLASS OFFICER, JR. DRAMATIC GUILD SALUTATORIAN DEBATING CLUB “tISh” STRAND NIGHT HARVARD BOOK AWARD Course : Classical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Dramatics Ambition: Politician Nickname: “Pan” P. H. S. META Seventy-one JAMES S. PANTAPAS “A good friend is better than silver or gold.” 16 Mt. Vernon Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Hunting Ambition: To be an Accountant Nickname: “Pan” JENNIE PAPPAS ‘‘Truth was never indebted to a lie.” 25 Harris Street SPANISH CLUB RED CROSS GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Arithmetic Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Private Secretary Nickname: “Jerry” RALPH W. PARTRIDGE, Jr. ‘‘This is the short and long of it.” 7 Cottage Street STRAND NIGHT Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Philately Ambition: To graduate from the Coast Guard Academy Nickname: “Birdie” Seventy-two META P. H. S. EDNA PATENAUDE “As fran as rain on cherry blossoms.” 47 V 2 Washington Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Collecting Post Cards Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Pat” TEDDY S. PAVENSKI “ Merrily , merrily shall I live.” 17 Little’s Lane GLEE CLUB FOOTBALL BASKETBALL TRACK BASEBALL Course : General Favorite Subject: Commercial Law Hobby: Collecting pictures Ambition: To be a Marine Nickname: “Ted” LEO PELLETIER ‘‘Wisely, and slow; They stumble, that run fast. 22 Mount Vernon Street FOOTBALL BASEBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: World History Hobb-: Stamp Collecting Ambition: To be a Mailman Nickname: “Pell” P. H. S. META Eighty-one ISADORE SHAPIRO DONALD A. SHAW CHESTER V. SHEA “Happiness seems made to be shared.” 86 Endicott Street GEOGRAPHY CLUB CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Saving of cartons Ambition: To be a Sports Announcer Nickname: “Izsy” “Good humor is one of the chief articles of dress.” 32 County Street GOLF, CO-CAPTAIN CLASS BASKETBALL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Business Manager Nickname: “Don” “ There is a gift beyond the reach of art. of being eloquently silent.” 18 Swampscott Avenue Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Stamp Collecting Ambition: To be a Chemist Nickname: “Chet” Eighty-two META P. H. S. LUCY M. SILVA Simplicity of manner is the best attain- ment. 14 Kenwood Road RED CROSS SPANISH CLUB CAMERA CLUB WOMAN’S CLUB META STAFF Course: General Favorite Subject: French Hobby: Piano Playing Ambition: To be a success Nickname: “Lou” FRANCES L. SIMPSON ‘‘She has a good time wherever she goes, and she radiates pleasure from her head to her toes. 10 Clement Avenue BATON CLUB HOME NURSING GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Collecting Autographs Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Dan” RAYMOND W. SKINNER The unspo en word never does harm. 270 Lowell Street Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Lawyer Nickname: “Skin” P. H. S. META Eighty-three ANNA SKLARSKY She lives to build, not to boast.” 72 Central Street YEAR BOOK STAFF SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Drawing Ambition: To be an Artist Nickname: “Lank” CHRISTINE SPELIOTIS “There is only one proof of ability — ability.” 62 Walnut Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course : General Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Collecting Autographs Ambition: To be a Beautician Nickname: “Chris” VERNON E. STACKHOUSE ‘‘Earnest men never thinl{ in vain.” 38 Lynn Street Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Skiing Ambition: To be a Specialist in Agricul- ture Nickname: “Brud” Eighty-four META P. H. S. IRENE STAVROS “To live in hearts we leave behind.” 84 Wallis Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Care of babies Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Renee” GRACE R. STEVENS “It is not strength, but art, obtains the prize.” 30 Bartholomew Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, JR. DRAMATIC GUILD ORCHESTRA GLEE CLUB GYM MEET OH, PROFESSOR ” STRAND NIGHT WOMAN’S CLUB Course: Latin Scientific Favorite Subject: History Ambition: To be a designer Nickname: “Grade” MARY STEVENS ‘‘She seems as happy as a wave That dances on the sea.” 6 Harris Street SPANISH CLUB, PRESIDENT CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Beautician Nickname: “May” P. H. S. META Etgthy-five JAMES W. STOCKER “He lives content and envies none 7 ot even a monarch on his throne.’’ Goodale Street Course : General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Airplane modeling Ambition: To join the Merchant Marines, or to be a Machinist Nickname: “Jim” THEODORE R. STOCKER “ Responsibility wal s hand in hand with capacity.’’ Goodale Street PHYSICS CLUB STRAND NIGHT Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Collecting rare stones Ambition: To Graduate from Massachu- setts Agricultural School Nickname: “Ted” EDWARD P. SURMAN ‘His only fault is that he has no fault.’’ 6 Pulaski Street EXEC UTIVE, JUNIOR AND SENIOR BASEBALL BASKETBALL STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Economics Hobby: Collecting pictures Ambition: To be a Mechanic Nickname: “Buzz” Eighty-six META P. H. S. SYLVIA SWARTZ Hail to thee, blithe spirit.” 4 Buxton Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF DRAMATIC GUILD HONOR STUDENT GYM MEET ' “TISH” DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin Scientific Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Music Ambition: To do Interpretive Dancing Nickname: “Syl” ROSE J. SWIDERSKA “ Courage from hearts and not from numbers grows.” 41 Endicott Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Singing Ambition: To be a Stenographer Nickname: “Moey” HILDA M. SYLVESTER “A Friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature.” 42 Walsh Avenue SPANISH CLUB Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Collecting recipes Ambition: To be a Dressmaker Nickname: “Hilly” P. H. S. META Eighty-seven STELLA T. SZARY “Charm strides the sight, but merit wins the soul.’’ 3 Buxton Street META STAFF GEOGRAPHY CLUB HONOR STUDENT OFFICE GIRL Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Arithmetic Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Stel” GERALD J. TANZER “Why, it was music the way he stood.” 84 Endicott Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB BAND LEADER OF ORCHESTRA Course: General Favorite Subject: Typewriting Hobby: Music Ambition: To be a Business Man Nickname: “Jerry” CHARLES G. TRANOS “The man who consecrates his hours by vigorous effort and honest aim.” lIVl English Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Spanish Hobby: Constructing Ambition: To be a Radio Operator Nickname: “Charlie” Eighty-eight META P. H. S. GEORGE J TRAVERS “He has the sixth sense — the sense of humor.’’ 92 Andover Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Military Training Ambition: To be an Army Engineer Nickname: “Geo” JOSEPH P. TRUEIRA “He can hold his tongue in ten languages.” 34 Fulton Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be Successful Nickname: “Joe” ANNA M. VARVAS “Silence more musical than any song.” 20 Ethel Avenue HEALTH CLUB HOME NURSING Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Cooking Ambition: To be a Dental Hygienist Nickname: “Ann P. H. S. META Eightynine CONSTANCE E. VOREL True merit is li e a river; the deeper it is, the less noise it ma es.” 90 Central Street DRAMATIC GUILD “TISH” Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Piano Playing Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Connie” DOROTHY M. VOREL Character is li e a diamond that scratches every stone.” 92 Central Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Secretary Nickname: “Dot” HARRY WALDMAN His style shows the man.” 76 Washington Street SPANISH CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: U. S. History Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be a Successful Business- man Nickname: “Hershey” 7f.iv.ety META P. H. S. JOHN F. A. WALSH “An affable and courteous gentleman.” 20 Granite Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF DRAMATIC GUILD “OFI PROFESSOR” tish” DEBATING CLUB Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: French Hobby: Piano Playing Ambition: To be a Business Manager VIRGINIA M. WALSH ‘‘From compromise and things half done Keep me with a stern and stubborn pride.” 17 Gardner Street SPANISH CLUB GYM MEET Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Bike riding Ambition: To be a Hairdresser Nickname: “Virgie” HELEN M. WARD ‘‘Policy goes further than strength.” 53 Northend Street META STAFF SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB GYM MEET Course: Commercial Favorite Subject: Bookkeeping Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Secretary P. H. S. META 7 Ninety-one WALTER E. WARING “The nowledge how to act.” 255 Lynnfield Street Course: General Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Aviation Ambition: To specialize in Air-condition ' ing Nickname: “Wally” PHILIP WATERHOUSE “An able man shows his spirit by gentle words and resolute actions.” 169 Lowell Street OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL BASEBALL TRACK Course: Technical Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Sports Ambition: To travel Nickname: “Phil” THOMAS H. WATERS “The ladies call him sweet; The stairs, as he treads them, iss his feet.” 57 Pierpont Street DRAMATIC GUILD Course: Technical Favorite Subject: History Hobby: Ping Pong Ambition: To be a Physical Director Nickname: “Soapie” T inety-two META P. H. S. MYER WEISMAN “ The will to do, the soul to dare.” 133 Lowell Street STRAND NIGHT FOOTBALL BASKETBALL TRACK CAMERA CLUB CLASS BASKETBALL CAMERA CLUB Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Chemistry Hobby: Sports Ambition: To be an Engineer (chemical) Nickname: “Mike” MARGUERITE A. WELCH “She that was ever fair and never proud Had tongue at will, yet never loud.” 124 Lynn Street VICE-PRESIDENT JUNIOR AND SENIOR OBSERVER STAFF META STAFF DRAMATIC GUILD HEALTH CLUB OFFICER WOMAN’S CLUB VALEDICTORIAN GYM MEET “OH, PROFESSOR ’ Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: French Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be a Teacher Nickname: “Peggy” VINCENT A. WHITE “Sing away sorrow; cast away care.” 5 Brown Street Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Sailing Ambition: To be an Engineer P. H. S. META Lfinety-three LYDIA A. WILCHINSKI “Let us ma e hay while the sun shines 12 Smidt Avenue DRAMATIC GUILD GLEE CLUB GYM MEET STRAND NIGITT GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Course: Latin-Scientific Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Crocheting Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Lyd” LAURA WILLIAMS “Charity and personal force are the only investments worth anything.’’ 120 Main Street META STAFF DRAMATIC CLUB GYM MEET “TISH” Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physics Hobby: Music Ambition: To be a psychologist Nickname: “Fes” ELWOOD R. WILSON “The apparel oft proclaims the man.’’ 2 Park Street CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: Mathematics Hobby: Skiing Ambition: To be a Draftsman Nickname: “Shrimp” 7s (inety-four META P. H. S. ROBERT A. WILSON “In this world a man must be either anvil or hammer.” 6 Fairmount Road SPANISH CLUB GLEE CLUB STRAND NIGHT CAMERA CLUB Course: General Favorite Subject: Algebra Hobby: Electricity Ambition: To be an Embalmer Nickname: “Al” ELIZABETH M. WOODBURY “A pleasing countenance is a silent recommendation.” 10 Coleman Street GLEE CLUB GYM MEET GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CLASS BASKETBALL Course: General Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Photography Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Bette” EVA ZABARSKY “Sweeter than the rose.” 8 Highland Park GYM MEET CAMERA CLUB HOME NURSING Course: Technical Favorite Subject: Physiology Hobby: Dancing Ambition: To be a Nurse Nickname: “Eerie” P. H. S. META Ninety five MARY F. ZIELINSKI “All in all, a girl to be li ed.” 10 Jacobs Street META STAFF GEOGRAPHY CLUB Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: Shorthand Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a Private Secretary Nickname: “Mickey’ ' PAULINE T. ZISKOWSKI “Who ma es use of the moment is a genius of prudence.” Winona Street Course: General Favorite Subject: Biology Hobby: Gardening Ambition: To be a Landscape Architect Nickname: “Johnny” KALLIOPE M. ZOLOTAS “Kindness wins friends.” 38 Fulton Street SPANISH CLUB GEOGRAPHY CLUB RED CROSS GYM MEET Course : Commercial Favorite Subject: English Hobby: Reading Ambition: To be a singer Nickname: “Poppy” 7s [inetysix META P. H. S. OUR POST GRADUATES CAROLYN OSGOOD MARY ESSEMBER BERNICE ABRAMS JAMES MULCAHY ROBERT GRAHAM RICHARD DOLLOFF VERNE GOODWIN P H. S. Ninety-eight META P. H. S CLASS OFFICERS P. H. S. META Ninety-nine WHO ' ! WHO Class Officers: Meta: President — Lester Keilty Co-Editors: Priscilla Hingston, Benjamin Dandes, William Goggin Vice-President — Marguerite Welch Business Managers : Charles Marshall, Secretary — Dorothy ClafFey Treasurer — Charles Marshall Edward Nurmela Executive Committee — Edward Brawley, Observer • Saul Katsman and Edward Surman Co-Editors: Priscilla Hingston, William Goggin, Benjamin Dandes Business Managers: John Walsh, Charles Graduation Honors: Panagoplos Valedictorian — Marguerite Welch Athletics: Salutatorian — Charles Panagoplos Speaker — Marion Leach Football Co-Captains — Edward Surman, Saul Katzman Speaker — Benjamin Dandes Baseball Captain — Louis Macrinotis Basketball Captain — Kenneth Beres Golf Captains — William Goggin, Donald Honors: Shaw Louise Dluznieska Class Advisers: Edward Nurmela Mr. Michael F. Higgins Sylvia Swartz Miss Helen F. Fanning Stella Szary Miss R. Dorothy Lee HONOR STUDENTS P H. S. META One Hundred and One MARGUERITE WELCH Valedictorian OUR GRADUATION Graduation exercises of the class of 1940 were held in the City Hall on the evening of June 14. Following are the names of the speakers and the recipients of the various awards: Salutatory Essay — “Our American Heritage” Charles Panagoplos Essay — “Education for War or Peace” Marion Leach Oration — “A Plea for Neutrality Benjamin Dandes Valedictory Essay — “America Unlimited” Marguerite Welch Awarded the George Peabody Medal for excellence in scholarship were: Benjamin Dandes, Louise Dluznieska, Marion Leach, Edward Nurmela, Charles Panagoplos, Sylvia Swartz, Stella Szary, Marguerite Welch. CHARLES PANAGOPLOS Salutatorian Honorable Mention : Clara Abell, Josephine Flynn, Priscilla Hingston, Alii Kankalo, Philip Martineau, Anne Osepchuk, Reva Rabinovitz, Ann Sklarsky, Grace Stevens, Rose Swiderska, Helen Ward, Laura Williams. Awarded the Washington and Franklin Medal for Excellence in the Study of American History: Marguerite Welch. Honorable Mention: Marion Leach, Charles Panagoplos, Grace Stevens, Philip Waterhouse. Neither Absent nor Tardy During Entire High School Course: Elizabeth Diachisin, Robert Grant, Anne Osepchuk, Dorothy Percheko s, Richard Pratt. One Hundred and Two P. H. S. META J MORE SCHOLASTIC LUMINARIES P. H. S. META One Hundred and Three OBSERVER STAFF P H S. META One Hundred and Five THE OBSERVER STAFF 1 939-1 940 Co-Editors Priscilla Hingston William Goggin Business Managers John Walsh Boys’ Athletics Newell Penniman Art Grace Stevens Dorothy Claffey Pearl Verocchi Chronicle Sylvia Swartz Marguerite Welch Charles Panagoplos Along the Corridors Preston Abbott Philip Waterhouse Boyd Murphy Benjamin Dandes Girls’ Athletics Phyllis Maguire Margaret McCarthy Alumni Josephine Flynn Clara Abell Senior — Grace Stevens, Dorothy Claffey Sophomore — Marion Staples, George Class Tsfotes Rizzone Junior — Geraldine Bisson, Leonard Sogoloff Freshman — Anne Gilmore, James Hallinan Contributors Evangeline Lobao Alice Foley Theodore Stocker Mary Bezemes Hilja Aho Pauline Ziskowski Lydia Wilchinski George Mouhtouris Catherine Cavanaugh Anna Varvas Louise Dluznieska Typists Arlene Feeley Mary Gregory Advisers Mr. Arthur J. Barry Mary Eftim Laura Williams Eleanor Mozer Donald Shaw Eleanor Gourley Literary, Mr. Frederick R. McManus Art, Mrs. Eva L. Haines Financial, Mr. David P. Collins One Hundred and Six META P. H. S. ' CLUB OFFICERS P H. S. META One Hundred and Seven CLUB OFFICERS Spanish Club Debating Society Physics Club President President President MARY STEVENS CHARLES PANAGOPLOS MURTON HALL Vice President Vice President JOHN MARSHALL GERALDINE BISSON Secretary-T reasurer Secretary Secretary ROBERT BUCKLEY george McCarthy MARION LEACH Treasurer Treasurer Business Manager FAY STEVENS BENJAMIN DANDES THEODORE STOCKER Dramatic Guild Junior Red Cross President CHARLES PANAGOPLOS Geography Club President Vice President President LOUISE DLUZNIESKA ELEANOR MOZER Vice President MARGUERITE WELCH Secretary PRISCILLA HINGSTON NANCY GOLDSMITH Treasurer Vice President Treasurer JOHN F. A. WALSH ELEANOR GOURLEY MARIE SWEENEY Board of Directors Secretary Corresponding Secretary Chairman, Benjamin Dandes KALLIOPE ZOLOTAS MARGARET PALMER Senior Member, Grace Stevens Recording Secretary Junior Member, Boyd Murphy Sophomore Member, Jeanne Osborne Treasurer ELIZABETH DIACHISIN Freshman Member, Anne Gilmore JOSEPHINE FLYNN PHYSICS CLUB P. H. S META One Hundred and Fjine THE PHYSICS CLUB On January 15th, 1940, a group of senior boys who were interested in physics or radio as a hobby were granted permission by Mr. Sullivan, now our faculty adviser, to form a club and to use the physics laboratory as a meeting place. On the following Friday, January 19th, we held our first meeting. One of the suggestions made in our initial meeting was that we should make an attempt to remain together as a club after the graduation in June. This suggestion met with unanimous approval. Every member of our club dreams that soon he will be able to understand the theories and facts which are closely connected with the operation of a modern radio receiver. The members also have visions of seeing themselves operating their own amateur radio stations. But these visions can come true only if they pass the examination in radio which is given to them by the federal government. In the second week of the existence of the club we repaired the school radio in the office of our principal, Mr. Barry. During the following two weeks we purchased parts for a combination short and long wave super regenative receiver. After experimenting a bit, we succeeded in getting this receiver to work satisfactorily. In one meeting not long ago a few members constructed a code oscillator and now they are learning the Continental Morse code from it. On April 27th the club attended the open house at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and obtained many interesting pictures. The same evening we attended the Loew ' s State The- atre and saw the interesting picture entitled “Young Tom Edison.” We, the Physics Club would express in words at this time, if it were possible, the place which Mr. Sullivan holds in our hearts because of the advice which he has given us on numerous occasions. He will never know to what extent his advice has helped us in our school and outside activities. To him we express our deepest and sincerest thanks for everything. MEMBERSHIP Mr. Sullivan, Faculty Adviser Merton Hall, President Robert Buckley, Treasurer Edward Nurmela Charles Marshall Teddy Stocker Fred Foristall Francis Bresnahan Eugene Salloway Frank Bozek Herbert Giles One Hundred and Ten META P. H. S. CANDID SNAPS OF “TISH P. H. S. META One Hundred and Eleven CAST OF “OH, PROFESSOR i One Hundred and Twelve META P. H S. CAST OF TISH ' P. H. S. META One Hundred and Thirteen DRAMATIC GUILD PRESENTATIONS 1939-1940 “TISH” A Three Act Comedy December 8, 1939 The Cast Ellen Leighton Laura Williams Charita Alii Kankalo Sheriff Tim Pike Leonard Sogoloff Callie Hopkins Sylvia Swartz Luther Hopkins Benjamin Dandes Charlie Sands ...Charles Panagoplos “Lizzie” Roslyn Shaktman “Aggie” Pinkleton Lorraine Kasper Bettina Trent Constance Vorel “Tish” Carbcrry Marion Leach Wesley Andrews Edward Kozwich Denby Grimes John F. Walsh Dorice Gaylord Shirley Schneider Ass’t Director, Sylvia Swartz D. EDWARD GORMAN, Director Oh, Professor! A Farce in Three Acts March 29, 1940 The Cast Jake , Leonard Sogolofi Miss Frederica Marguerite Welch D,r. Aristotle Benjamin Dandes Fluff, Florence Bulygo Bertha Loretta LaPointe Jean „...., Marion Staples Belle Anne Gilmore Michael Pemberton Preston Abbott Professor Percival Courtwright John F. A. Walsh Jimmy Anderson Edward Kozwich Patricia Patterson - Phyllis Small Mile. Fifi Grace Stevens Ass’t Director, Charles Panagoplos The Little Shepherd Of Kingdom Come A Play in Three Acts May 17, 1940 The Cast Chad Charles Panagoplos Nathan Cherry John F. A. Walsh Betsy Cherry. Laura Williams Melissy Turner Sylvia Swartz Major Calvin Buford Benjamin Dandes Miss Lucy Buford , Priscilla Hingston Old Tom Leonard Sogoloff Thanky Lois Janvier Mrs. Carolind Dean Roslyn Shaktman Margaret Dean Grace Stevens Richard Hunt Edward Kozwich Nellie Hunt „ Carolyn Bliss Jennie Overstreet Shirley Shneider Ass’t Director, Grace R. Stevens One Hundred and Fourteen META P. H. S. BAND One Hundred and Sixteen META P. H. S. 5 ccjaI Ttrenb Senior 3 f rn Ounce Spnh sb Club On nee Senior Chr sTmnJ (Call Senior Strand jV Te. Tumor Prom OrflmnTic Club Plays Spanish Club Tnp Girls Gym PleeT Ge orgrnphy Club Trip CbnnyueT CradunTion Senior Sectphon. OrarrmTic Club Trip u CANDID SNAPS OF CHRISTMAS DANCE FAMILIAR SCENES MORE FAMILIAR SCENES One Hundred and Twenty META P. H. S. O -J P. H. S. META One Hundred and Twenty-one SENIORS ' MARCH OF TIME SEPTEMBER 6 — We Dignified Seniors come to school today just to find out if we still know our way around. Seems the Freshmen are coming smaller this year! — It doesn’t take our teachers long to get us down to business. — The Seniors get a taste of what will happen in our country a little more than a year from now. We’ve got politics too! The P. H. S. Administration of ’40 will be run by Lester, “Peggy”, “Dot” and Charlie. Their platform which promises the greatest success for the class of ’40’’ gets our whole-hearted approval! Hurrah for our new officers! OCTOBER 12 — Do you think we Seniors “shine” only in the classroom? Well, you’re wrong! We dance too — and how we dance. Far be it from us to call our gym a barn, but the decora- tions complete with pumpkins, cornstalks and a scarecrow, helped bring about the proper effect. For the records we shall calmly state that the fad at this dance, or rather the name applied to this kind of dancing is “jitterbugging” (just in case Seniors want their great-grandchildren to know what “dancing” was called way back in 1940). 19 — This is fire prevention week, so all Seniors who get hot under their celluloid collars have to be watched. Seriously, however, we went to assembly this morning and heard an interesting talk on fire prevention, delivered by Chief Mahoney. We are all starting a drive against the practice of giving a friend a “hot-foot.” 29 — Some like drama, some like comedy — - the Dramatic Guild strives to please all. Talented actors performed at assembly today. A reminder of the selection “The Button”, still causes a slight tingle to travel up our spine. The mon- ologue “The Big Game”, got plenty of laughs. (Remember the straw hat that was ruined?) NOVEMBER 9 — Assemblies are a vital part of our school life and an Armis- tice Day assembly always proves interesting. A varied program consisting of musical and vocal selections plus appropriate holiday speeches and poems, furnished an enter- taining program. 24 — The Juniors (remember them?) are also doing their bit to keep us in a social whirl. A successful Thanksgiving Dance was held in the auditorium in the evening. The class of ’41 is doing all right for itself (but after all, look in whose footsteps it’s following)! 29 — The Co-editors of the Observer are business minded enough to thing that a little favorable publicity can’t do our school publication a bit of harm. Consequently, they plan an assembly — and what an assembly! Laughs galore!! Those P. H. S. Co-eds attired in a conglomeration of elaborate rags, ought to get together with the Marx Brothers! But, another bit of news. We’re going to have a little hol- iday. . . .Just so we can fast before the “TURKEY and rest up after it. Thanksgiving is always the forerunner of another holiday, so we’ll save a little enthusiasm for that. DECEMBER 4 — We return after a long week-end. Got to start saving our pennies now. Christmas will soon be here. Now, let me see, ought to start making out that gift list pretty soon. Well, there’s plenty of time yet! 8 — TISH! or should I say Letitia? Yes, its a play presented by the Dramatic Guild. If it’s true you get fat from laughing, we’ll all soon be ready for the side-shows. The hilarious comedy concerning the life of three old maids just helped remind the girls that leap year is coming and they’d better get busy if they don’t want to end up like “Tish”, “Lizzie” and “Aggie” did. 1 5 — A formal is always rather picturesque. The Senior Christ- mas Ball found us all in a festive mood. Lovely ladies and their escorts, soft music, soft lights, everything that makes an evening a perfect one. We Seniors may pat ourselves on our collective backs. Under the guidance of our capable class officers, our socials are very successful. PICTORIAL WHO’S WHO P. H. S. META One Hundred and Twenty-three 22 — It ' s here! You’ve guessed it! Christmas vacation. Then luscious days of late sleeping and lazy lounging. Life is pleasant at times such as these. School is a “swell” place, but vacations always find us ready and willing. JANUARY 1 — We’ve made out a list of resolutions which we are going to keep. The very first resolution, is a Resolution to keep all the resolutions! (Get it?) 19 — Sigh! Sigh! To study or not to study — that is the ques- tion. Whether it is better to “cram” the night before or not to open a book at all. The curse of school life is upon us. Though we have had three years of experience, we Seniors still feel a little giddy at the mention of mid-years!! FEBRUARY 1 — The Spanish Club ran their Annual Spanish Club Dance this evening. A wonderful crowd attended and everyone had a good time. 6 — The Senior Strand Night was a great affiair. All Holly- wood was here to perform. (There is nothing small about the Class of ' 40). We had many hearty laughs at the Strand and we proved that we Seniors are capable of entertaining our audience. We spent this evening at t he Cocoanut Grove. The “Gay Nineties” specialty left us all rolling in the aisles! 14 — St. Valentine ' s Day and today is the day for our pictures. We start taking turns to the office, where a man with a “birdie” is going to imprint our images on celluloid for posterity’s sake. But what is happening? Could it be that some one’s facial expression has incurred the wrath of the Gods? A storm! What a storm! It started blowing and snowing at about 4 p. m. and it’s keeping on. 15 — It is still snowing. No school, but what’s the use! We are all snow bound. All forms of transportation are stopped. Unless you are ambitious, all forms of outdoor locomotion are discontinued. We have 15 inches of snow. 16 — It has stopped snowing but we are unable to plough our way through to school. Therefore, the teachers are given a vacation. ' Stoo bad Peabody doesn’t have its own broad- casting station. Then the teachers could give us our home- work over the air and they wouldn’t feel so bad! 23 — Its’ a shame, but on this fair day, starts another 7-day vaca- tion. (At least we are getting quantity with our vacations). 29 — Not very often do the women get a chance like this one. Many moons ago, the Institute for the Prevention of Old Maids set down the law that on this lucky day, a lady may ask a gentleman to be hers forever more. So far, we have heard of no casualties. The girls wil have to wait four more years. MARCH 28 — We’ve had lots of assemblies this year, but this is the first debate we’ve attended. Four debaters from the Revere Debating Society contested against four of our Seniors on the topic: “Resolved that the government own and operate the railroads”. Although there was no decision, the spirit of competition aroused our interests. 29 — Again the Dramatic Guild scores! Oh, Professor! The girls at Boxford Academy had a good time when the astronomy professor changed places with a millionaire playboy! Can you ever forget the “girl” who was running loose in the girls’ school? All we did, was laugh, and laugh and laugh!! APRIL 1 — A reminder of the great day ahead of us! We are measured for caps and gowns. Tall, or short, fat or thin, we all stand up tall and feel, oh so important! All Fool’s Day! Of all times to get our proofs! “Let me see yours, mine are awful” — was the only conversation to be heard. Too many people just said, “They don’t flatter you any, do they”. Our parents are at last sure that maybe we have brains (?) but when it comes to looks, we lost out. At least we have one consolation, these are only the proofs! 7 — An unusual event occurred this afternoon. A sun eclipse was seen in the sky. At about 5 p. m., the sun was almost completely covered by the moon. Smoked glasses helped a lot in watching nature’s phenomenon. 12 — The big affair of the Junior Class is the Junior Prom. In a beautifully decorated gym, many Juniors and Seniors glided across the floor to the music of “Billy Higgins’ orchestra. It looks as though the Juniors will do a good job of filling our shoes next year. P. H. S. META One Hundred and Twenty-five 25 — The White Team vs. the Blue Team tonight. Looking snappy indeed, the girls displayed their talent in various exercises, dances, and routines at the Gym Meet. Competi- tion between the Blues and the Whites, provided us with plenty of enthusiasm. The “Blues” took the cup from the “Whites this year. MAY 9 — At a very opportune time, the Senior girls and their mothers went to a Fashion Show at our High School. Various styles, suitable for graduation, were modelled by the Senior girls themselves. This Mother and Daughter Night was some- thing very different. 17 — Again the Dramatic Guild entertains us. Getting away from mystery or comedy, the Guild presented “The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come.” No - — it is not a Christmas Play out of season. Kingdom Come is just a fancy way of saying “Dogpatch” and the “Little Shepherd” is a “Lil Abner” in disguise. This “Lil Abner , however, has an “edoocashun” and isn’t bashful about “Daisy Mae”. The Dramatic Guild may give us more of this. We love it! JUNE 12 — Resounding in our halls are the echoes of our play pro- phecy. The Future lies ahead of us. Our hearts beat faster at the thought of leaving all our friends. The Banquet is a fitting end to the days of our four years in P. H. S. We all eat and drink and the laughter flows like wine. Id — To you, Alma Mater, we bid farewell. As we all sit there, suddenly sober and serious, it seems that we are saying goodbye to someone who matters. It must be so or the leaving would not be quite so painful. Yet the future holds an exciting charm for us. We are starting an adven- ture with life. We are sorry to leave our beloved High School. 21 — We’ve had a week off, and now to get back to school — but not exactly. At the Reception, all our classmates are assembled in dancing formation. We recapture our High School for a moment as we waltz across the floor. Our Reception is our very last meeting with “the gang.” From here we travel our own road — - Good luck! — S. S„ L. W. WE WONDER WHY Merton Hall spends his time in the Physics backroom. Eleanor Hoban let X take Bob’s place. Louis Macrinotis finds the opposite sex so interesting. Mary Langan thinks nursing such a profitable profession. George Mouhtouris was nervous when he had his picture taken. Norman Moquin finds Friday evenings so pleasant. Dorothy Perchekos has a good time 5th period. Leonard Hilenski is seeking a “Golden Boy”. Clara Abell finds keeping quiet profitable. Clarence Murphy likes underclassmen (or rather underclass- women). Raymond Marques is so full of pep. Irene O’Conner would rather ride than walk from school. Philip Martineau keeps himself out of the deserved lime-light. Evelyn O’Leary has a q uestionable look on her face. Teddy Pavenski prefers girls who jitterbug. Onni Lehto is always in a hurry. Isolina Ortins has such a good time living. Stanley Kotoloski smiles so often. Charles Mekeadis likes assemblies. Phyllis Hallowell enjoys the movies. Robert Grant is always so happy. Christine Speliotis likes a seven period day. Edith Belestock prefers the alumnus of P. H. S. John Marshall enjoys clowning in 101. James Pantapas thinks we seniors need more and longer vacations. Marion Joly is interested in penmanship. Louis Limauro is still looking for his dream girl. Jennie Pappas likes shopping in Salem. James Harkins has such dreamy eyes. Salvatricia Mallia looks happy after 3rd period. John Lamoureux doesn’t keep his feet under his own desk. William Millea is fussy with whom he flirts. Martha Petropoulos finds a day off restful. Leo O’Brien doesn’t care for painted dolls. Frances Kowalski has such a swell time in history. John Govrusik always feels at home. Evelyn Haig doesn’t let herself be heard. AS WE WERE AND AS WE ARE! P. H. S. META One Hundred and Twentyseven CLASS ELECTIONS Most popular boy Lester Keilty Most popular girl Marguerite Welch Best looking boy ,.... Charles Lynch Best looking girl Best dressed boy Arlene Feeley Elwood Wilson Best dressed girl Jennie Pappas Best girl athlete Phyllis Maguire Best boy athlete ...., Louis Macrinotis Best natured boy Edward Surman Best natured girl , Helen Aplin Most original boy Philip Waterhouse Most original girl Eleanor Mozer Quietest boy , Onni Lehto Quietest girl Eleanor Gourley Nicest boy Nicest girl Dorothea Claffey Most serious Edward Nurmela Most talkative Stamatia George Most dependable Most considerate Most ambitious Most likely to succeed , William Goggin Most tactful Most argumentative Most gentlemanly Most versatile Class boss Cutest boy, Cutest girl Best dancers. Neatest girl Neatest boy , Man hater ..... Woman hater Peppiest - Wittiest ...„ .... Sweetest looking girl Class baby Class cavemaln Class angel Class politician Class song bird Most contagious Did most for class Social Lion Class Comedian Favorite Play Most Pleasant Event Most Amusing Event Easiest Period Favorite Indoor Sport. Saddest Event 40’s Greatest Need Philip Dorgan Marjorie Meeney Leona Larrabee John Marshall .. Elisabeth Diachism Paul Kennealy Alice Foley Edward Brawley Sophie Psaltis Theodore Stocker Evangeline Labao Marcia Peterson Saul Katsman ..John F. A. Walsh Charles Panagoplos Herbert O ' Donnell Arlyne Lynch Charles Marshall Thomas Waters Wayne Evans “Tish” Banquet Strand Night Study Basketball Graduation ....Good-looking boys SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. META One Hundred and Twenty-nine CLASS WILL OF 1940 We, the members of the division of 1940, being decidedly devoid of dreaded dementia and of destructive diseases, do here ' by and herein, declare, denote, and decree in this dear, dazzling, document, that directly upon our dismissal and departure from these decorative, dignified dens of diligent, delectable knowl- edge — decanting the following be duly distributed as desig- nated : Lester Keilty bequeaths his heart-pulsating profile to John Bird. Peggy Welch leaves her remarkable versatility to Roslyn Shaktman. Sol Kataman intrusts his virile figure to James Macaulay. To Leonard Sogoloff, Wayne Evans leaves his dry wit. Dorothy Claffey commits those notable laughing eyes to Theodora Talembecos. As an inspiration to next year ' s football team, Ken Beres and Lou Macrinotis bequeath their complete control of the pig- skin. Preston Abbott leaves that handsome physi ognomy to Buddy Essember, hoping that he will be as successful with it. To Harold Stanley, Sylvia Swart? commits her position as guardian of the “ivories”. Ed “Sparks” Dabrieo bequeaths to Mustapha “Mohammed” Trod his mastery of the colloquial. Eleanor Gourley offers that animated sunny smile as a cheerful guide to those all-fearing Freshmen. Charles Panagoplos commits his Gargantuan si?e to John Markham. To Marion Staples, Mary Dorgan bequeaths her animated vivacity. Teddy Roosevelt Stocker leaves the custody of guarding the West Peabody Border Lines to James Caravoulos. Elwood Wilson bequeaths his ability in selecting choice garb to Edward Schervinski. Eddie Nurmela bequeaths his “Sphinx-icity” to Bob Henry. Newell Penniman donates his luminous locks to Louise Shea. Thomas Waters very reluctantly commits his capabilities in the art of “Don Juaning” to Joseph Wilkinson. Betty Raymond wills her powers of “getting her money ' s worth” to Leonard Smith. Phil Waterhouse leaves his all-around ability to Alfred “Gabby” Surman. Priscilla Hingston leaves her business-like attitude to Shirley Schneider. Connie Vorel bequeaths her appealing innocence to Muriel Geer. Mary Be?emes bequeaths her complete mastery of the silver baton to Gerry Bisson. Phyllis Maguire commits her athletic prowess to Jean Osborn. Buz,? Surman bequeaths his sultry beauty to June Gulliford. Bill Goggin leaves his rabid patriotism to Boyd Murphy. Lydia Wilchinski passes on her G above High C-ing to Charlie McNiff. Martha “Juliet” Fischer bequeaths her stately stature to Peggy McCarthy. Arlene Feeley intrusts her graceful gait to Meyer Erlich. Charles Marshall commits his strong abiilty in controlling the purse string to Irene Lachowic?. Alii Kankalo bequeaths her “root for Finn Campaign” to George Laakso. Penelope Mitsopoulos leaves her art of taking up two spaces in the register to Aristotle Vont?iledes. Conclusion to Class Will — Thus may it be inscribed in the gilded annals of mankind that this serve as our final will and testament — attested to on this 12th day of June in the year of our Lord, 1940. Executors: Benjamin Dandes, J. F. A. Walsh. One Hundred and Thirty META P. H. S. P. H. S. META One Hundred and Thirty-one CLASS PROPHECY TIME:- I960 SETTING:- WEST PEABODY All had been going well, that is, as well as could be expected, in West Peabody for twenty years, births, marriages, deaths, all taking their natural course in the little community’s life. A few changes, of course, had been made: a small commercial center had arisen at Broad and Pine Streets since the completion of the new high-speed highway from Salem to Lowell, built on the route of the discontinued railroad, a bathing beach had been built at the recently dredged Crystal Lake; and sidewalks and lights had been installed on Pine, Broad and Lake Streets. Yes, all had been going well with the carnival committee, too, except that after the winter carnival of 1940, it had never got around to having another — that is, until the glorious year of 1960! WAYNE EVANS, the great circus manager, home for a rest and vacation in the summer of 1959, had become interested in plans for a huge winter carnival so the carnival committee, worn and spent after twenty years of planning, gladly apointed Mr. Evans manager for the carni- val of 1960. And now, December 1, 1960, the opening day of the gigantic carni- val that took twenty years to plan, has arrived. Large, white signs suspended from red posts are sprinkled all over West Peabody and various points north, east, south and west. They all read about the same: “Finally!! Gigantic West Peabody Winter Carnival. Wayne Evans, Manager. Just follow the red arrows.” That is what most of the rural folks from the surrounding coun- tryside seemed to be doing, following the red arrows. Why, the five planes at the Douglas Company air-line service located on the site of West Peabody’s baseball field had been busy for three weeks trans- porting guests to Peabody from all over the U. S. ROBERT DOUG- LAS himself, JOHN LAMOREAUX, “RAY” DUBIE, WILLIAM MULLANE, ALBERT BLAZON, and IRVING DEBINSKY were the pilots of the ivory and green ships. ANNE SK.LARSKY, who has achieved fame in Greta Garbo roles, ARLYNE LYNCH and LESTER KEILTY, romantic team of M. B. C. Studies, arrived in the first plane piloted by Robert Douglas with CONNIE VOREL as stewardess and they were met by CHARLES PANAGOPLOS, U. S. Senator from Massachusetts, acting in the capacity of official greeter. It certainly turned out to be a busy day for Douglas Airlines AND Charles Panagoplos. “PHIL” DORGAN, who had been polishing the windshield of his coupe, came rushing over to greet the new arrivals. “Why, hello, Arlyne! Haven’t seen you in ages,” he cried. At this point the exuberant greeter exclaimed, “A fine mayor PHIL DORGAN is! An hour ago he came speeding through the carnival gates with his secretary, MARTHA PETROPOLOS, sitting paralyzed beside him, followed by three fuming state troopers, . ‘TEDDY’ BALTAS and WILLIAM GILES and RAYMOND MARQUES.” “Hey, Charlie!” Manager Wayne Evans hailed across the field. “Here comes the Red Cross Unit. Guess who’s the supervisor? ‘BARB’ RICHARDSON! And she has ELIZABETH WOODBURY. MARILYN NOYES, IRENE STAVROS, EILEEN BOYLAN. HILJA AHO, and MARGARET MORRISSEY with her!” Whereupon Chariie hurried away to greet the new-comers. While Charlie was effusing to the Red Cross Unit, two more planes zoomed over the field and a moment later taxied up to the hangar. “Ray” Dubie grinned delightedly from the cockpit as stew- ardess ESTHER GOSS ushered the following passengers . from the plane: ELEANOR MOZER, illust rator with Fifth Avenue Saks; LEONA LARRABEE, fashion designer for Filene’s; ESTHER MELD, buyer for Hovey’s, Boston; HELEN WARD and CLARA ABELL, secretaries to Jordan Marsh executives; EDNA PATEN- AUDE, head bookkeeper at Filene’s; JENNIE LABER1S, commercial artist for Macy s; and VIRGINIA INGRAHAM, model at Macy’s. The girls had barely gained their ground-legs when the official greeter, now in his glory, scurried over to do his— ahem !— duty. And then imagine his pleasure when from JOHN LAMOREAUX’S plane alighted PAMELA FISCHER and ALICE FOLEY, the Kindergar- ten teachers; ELSIE POOLE, DOROTHY CAULFIELD, JULIA SAKELAKOS, RUTH ASHLEY, EVA ZABARSKY and PENELOPE MITZOPLOS, nurses from Chicago Hospitals! At the next moment Charlie’s attention was captured by the chug- ging of an old ramshackle Ford groaning under the weight of too many occupants, of whom one could see at first only different parts of anatomy overflowing the sides of the roofless vehicle. Chariie was undecided whether to approach the contraption which was sputtering and smoking, when his eyes fell upon these words blazing across the one remaining door of the chassis ; “If your car is a wreck, bring it to ‘BUZZ’ SURMAN’g GARAGE — ■ for better or for worse!’’ The cramped and disheveled occupants emerged as “BUZZ SURMAN, the unconcerned driver; PHILIP QUINLAN, “BUZZ’S chief mechanic; JOHN PRONCO, the welder; THOMAS T. McLAUGHLIN, Biology teacher at P. H. S. ; LEO PELLETIER, P. O. Clerk; CHARLIE LYNCH, reporter for the Herald; JOHN MORRISSEY, of the Boston Globe; BENJAMIN HOLDER, who holds a monopoly on Peabod y’s bowling alleys; and “KENNEY” BERES, football coach at P. H. S. Charlie looked at his watch and exclaimed excitedly, “Come on, folks! It’s time for the first event of the afternoon! ALFRED SACCONE the famous stunt flyer from Hollywood is going to perform over the Carnival grounds.” Just then a plane taxied past the group and Buzz yelled “There he goes now!” Charlie hurried the group off to the Carnival grounds proper where they could see the stunt flying more clearly. The “Oh’s” and “Alt’s” ceased suddenly as the plane flopped over on its side and went into a dizzy tailspin, hurtling toward the ground. Luckily the plane was over the airport at this point and Alfred was SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. META One Hundrey and Thirty ' three able to make a forced landing. The startled spectators, hearing the siren of the Red Cross Ambulance, and assuming Alfred was in good hands, followed Charlie to Crystal Lake where the National A. A. U. skating races were being held. They were just in time to see the skaters lined up, waiting for Wayne Evans’ pistol shot. The five skaters participating turned out to be WALTER JACAVANCO, RICHARD PRATT, RAYMOND COOKE, GEORGE MCCARTHY and LEONARD CALLAHAN. One glance at the program showed that all five had had national or state championships and were reputed to be the five fastest skaters in the country. At the opposite end of the 220-meter distance stood two marines resplendent in Sergeant’s uniforms holding the tape, “TEDDY” PAVINSKI and SAUL KATZMAN. At the sound of the pistol the five skaters catapulted down the lake. Cries from the bank spurred the skaters on. One excited spectator even raced down the bank with the skaters, yelling, “Come on, ‘Ja cko’! Come on!” And here poor “Buzz” — for it was “Buzz” Sur- man — emitted a bellow of surprise as his feet flew into the air and he crashed through the thin ice lining the bank. A shout of laughter arose, seeming to have a disastrous effect on the two marines, for, just as the skaters, neck-in-neck, approached the finish, the completely unnerved marines whirled about to see “Buzz”, and the tape sank to the ground as the skaters whizzed past. Three men popped out of the crowd and pulled the sputtering “Buzz” from the icy waters. Pausing a moment, “Buzz” extended a hand in thanks to the nearest rescuer. As his eyes scanned the faces of his rescuers, he received a second shock, for who were they but SAM MALLIA, Manager of the Yankees and his two ace ball players, LEONARD BOYLAN and “LOU” MACRINOTIS. “You need something to warm you up,” suggested the Yankee Manage “Yeah,” chattered Buzz, “Let’s g-go over to the refreshment stand.” “Refreshment stand?” the two players queried. “Yes,” replied Buzz, “ ‘JERRY’ TANZER, the famous N. Y. caterer donated the services of his company for the Winter Carnival.” A familiar voice boomed through a loud speaker at the stand. “That voice sounds familiar,” Lenny said. “Sure,” replied Buzz. That’s ISADORE SHAPIRO, sports an- nouncer for WESX. Wait, listen to what he’s saying — “Ski jumping exhibition next on the program. The skiers are taking their places.” The four went off in the direction of the Ski-jump. At the top of the jump, skier No. 1, JAMES HARKINS, New Eng- land Skiing Champ, was poised for the approach. HARKINS, a golf-pro during the summer, paused long enough to wave to three friends who stood near the base of the jump; COLIN CHISHOLM, National Golf Champ of the U. S. A., “DON” SiHAW, amateur Golf Champ of U. S. A.; PHILIP BURKE, LT. S. Open Golf Champ. Then with a shove of his ski poles he was off. The No. 2 skier, little ONNI LEI1TO, champ of the United Ski Club of New England, took his place and in less time than it takes to tell, he was off and gone. The third skier, dressed in the latest ski togs, ELWOOD WILSON, skiing instructor at Dartmouth College, also had rooters in the crowd. WALTER WARING and HERBERT GILES, owners of a large house- wrecking company, vociferously shouted their encouragement. After Wilson had made his jump, once more the voice of “Izzy” Shapiro came through the amplifier announcing that the skiers were not participating for prizes, but rather had staged the exhibition for the entertainment of the crowd. Almost in the same breath he called a ten- tion to an event about to take place on the farther side of the ski- jump. There was a rush toward the spot and the voice of the irrepress- ible “Buzz” Surman could be heard complaining of his cold feeet. After his recent and unexpected ducking, “Buzz” was attired in several additional mufflers and wraps. The large group of prodigal sons and daughters of the Class of P. H. S. ’40 was augmented by many new faces: DOROTHY PERCHE- KOS, MARION PORTER, MARY STEVENS , ROSE CALEY, ARLENE McOSKER, JEAN DUDAR, VIRGINIA WALSH, and CHRISTINE SPELIOTIS, directors ?f the only women-managed chain of beauty salons in New York City. Farther on in the crowd were FRANCIS HINCHEON, Department Plead of Algebra at P. H. S. “ED” BRAWLEY, JR., History teacher at P. H. S. ; TEDDY STOCKER and CHET SHEA, respectively professors of physics and Chemistry at M. T. T. ; JAMES C. BOUGAS, an internationally known philatelist; and FRED FORRISTALL, Manager of Building C at Gen- eral Electric. All were watching the announced event. In the center of the group was a team of Alaskan huskies, the famous dogteam of the noted ex- plorers, VERNON STACKHOUSE and WILLIAM COLLINS. Com- mands of “Mush! Mush!” stirred the dogs to activity and they strained against their record breaking load. Slowly the runners hit into the snow. Inch by inch until it reached a steady forward drive, the bone ribbed sledge glided and the tensed atmosphere was punctuated by sharp : racks of the whip. Manager Wayne Evans burst from the crowd and led a hearty cheer, then announced that until the evening entertainment — a feature hitherto unprecedented in the history of winter carnivals, they would be free to renew old acquaintances and — er — test the w’orth of “Jerry” Tanzer’s hot dogs. The crowd dispersed. Wayne, talking with the planning board for the Winter Carnival made up of the following: CHARLES DROUGAS, Captain of the Mass- achusetts Forest Rangers; FRANCIS BOZEK, electrical engineer for WEEI ; “EDDIE” NURMELA and CHARLES MARSHALL, civil en- gineers; RICHARD BROWN, dog catcher; ANGELO ACTUS, mem- ber of the City Council, and “BOB” GRANT, civil engineer, whispered, “Look there! ' Affairs of state in the making!” The members of the group under their scrutiny, were Senator ROBERT DIANE; Supreme Justice. BENT AMIN DANDES; Secretarv of the Treasury, NEWEL!. PENNIMAN;’ Admiral WILLIAM GOGGIN ; and General MICHAEL ARGEROS. HfitVIHG fun strolling ATHLCTZS A RAQ AH SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. M Back at the airport William Mullane’s plane circled for a landing and “Charlie” Panagoplos was on hand as the occupants of the plane stepped out, assisted by Stewardess MARCIA GEORGE. An efficient- looking gentleman, the first to disembark, extended his hand to Charlie who cried in a burst of recognition, “ROGER GILMORE! What are you doing now?” Roger stated modestly, “Oh, I’ve just been appointed Advertising Manager of the New York Metropolitan theater. MARGARET DON- LON is my secretary,” he said as Margaret stepped from the plane. As each came by, Charlie greeted him and gave directions to the West School building where the evening entertainment was being held. CHARLES M EKE ADIS, Diesel engineer, LOUISE DLUZNIESKA, JENNIE DLUZNIESKA, and HELEN GILL, pri- vate secretaries to the Woolworth heir. JENNIE PAPPAS, libra- rian in the N Y. Public Library, JAMES PANTAPAS, winner of the yachting cup (international), and JENNIE OSSOFF, secretary to “BEN” DANDES Almost on the tail of the first plane was ALBERT BLAZON’S plane. He set the plane down in a perfect three-point landing as Charlie dashed over to welcome the new arrivals. For a minute Charlie saw nothing but a blur of uniforms as two coast guardsmen and stewardess, Helen Gill engulfed him. Then Charlie, looking up, cried, “TEDDY GAIESKI ! and a captain, too,” he added as his eyes fell on Teddy’s insignia. “And Captain ‘HERB’ O’DONNELL, of the Nahant Coast Guard!” “Teddy’s” slow grin had spread over his face as he warmly grasped “Charlie’s” hand and his cheeks grew pink with pleasure the way they used to back in 1940 in Miss Brownstone’s room. “Herb” tugged at “Teddy’s” sleeve and gave him a program as they sauntered in the general direction of the school building. Oh, oh ! ! what do you suppose accounts for that sparkle in “Charlie’s” brown eyes? Oh, of course ! ! It’s MARJORIE MEANEY, ARLENE FEELEY, and PAULINE ZISKOWSK1 approaching him from the plane. In the ensuing conversation which was rather well punctuated with joyous and complimentary remarks in a masculine voice, it was learned that Pauline was the landscape architect with “Better Homes and Gardens” magazine, that “Margie” was the chief de- signer for the makers of Jantzen bathing suits, and Arlene had just been voted the most popular model by the New York Association. An exclamation charged with pain came from the vicin’ ty of the plane, and as Charlie looked he burst into a loud guffaw, for a very tall gentleman in the loose-fitting clothes had apparently over-estimated the height of the door of the plane and had received a sharp crack on the head as a result. Who was he? Why, no one else bui RALPH PARTRIDGE himself! ! And followed by his partner, MLTRTON HALL, and bookkeeper, PETER ANDROMIDAS. The corporation, by the way, is that of Partridge, Hall, Chemical Laboratories. A large taxi bearing New York number plates pulled up and eager hands waving at the windows summoned Charlie. STELLA KAZNAZY, owner of a needle-craft shoppe in New York City; SALLY MALLIA, settlement worker, also in New York Citv; EVELYN O’LEARY, as- sistant to Adrian; ELSIE MANNINEN and STANLEY COURT, A One Hundred and Thirty ' five dancing instructors at Arthur Murray’s Dancing Academy alighted from the taxi. While Charlie was passing out programs and directing the way to the West School, a car with a large Massachusetts seal on the door drove by, and as a hand waved, Charlie said, “That was ARTHUR BRAVOS, the sheriff of Essex County, folks, There’ll be no pick- pockets at this carnival.” “Wasn’t that PHIL MARTINEAU with him?” queried Stanley. “Yes,” replied Charlie, “he conducts a hand-craft school in Boston.” In the back seat was EDWARD DABRIO — you know, the linotypist for the Boston Herald, and I’m almost certain that was RAY SKINNER beside him. At a questioning look, Charlie continued, “He owns a ship yard down at Essex and supplies Marblehead Yacht Club with boats.” Charlie’s narrative was interrupted by a despairing voice, saying, “No, you can’t have a lollipop! ! They don’t have them !” Oil, yes, it was FRANCES KOWALSKI, governess to Mayor “PHIL” DOR- GAN’S children, and the poor girl seemed to have a hand full as she strove to pacify the two youngsters. She could still grin in that inimitable way, though, as Charlie saw when she spied him at the moment. “What will I do with them?” “Fran” asked “Charlie.” Scratching his head dubiously, “Charlie” offered, “I guess I can’t help you out, but I know who can! See that building over there ? That’s where you’ll find “KAY” CAVANAUGH, MARION HUTCHINS, and MARY DORGAN, the child nurses. They volunteered to help out if anyone wished children taken care of at the carnival.” As Frances hesitated, he added, “You know, Marion is a child specialist at the Massachusetts General, Kay conducts a clinic in Beverly and Mary is running the North Shore Babies’ Hospital. A commotion at the further end of the field compelled all to look in that direction. A huge transport had descended in the excite- ment and as it trundled up the field the three letters “M. B. C.” could be discerned on the graceful silver ' body. M. B. C. — Waynes Evans yelled, “It’s happened, it’s happened !! Hollywood has come to West Peabody ! !” Apparently the light had dawned on the others in the crowd at the same time, for everyone seemed to be talking excitedly and telling his neighbor all he knew about the mysterious “M. B. C.” And there they were, those great executives, those movie magnates, MARSHALL, BUCKLEY, and CHAMPAGNE, preceded bv Stewardess EVELYN HAIG. As Charlie greeted the three executives, the re- mainder of the passengers trooped out. First and foremost, was MARION LEACH, the famed character actress, followed immediately by two men arm in arm: the one, THOMAS ROUTSES, formerly an employee of A. C. L., now a popu- lar screen star for M. B. C. ; the other. CLARENCE J. MURPH , talent scout who brought “Tom” to Hollywood. Feminine voices from the interior of the plane attracted “Charlie’s” attention. Brushing the icicles from his eyebrows and twitching his black moustache, he bounded up the landing. Before he could reach the door, however, he was almost pushed into the snow as seveial young ladies bounded through. SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. META One Hundred and Thirty ' seven A firm hand grasped “Charlie’s” and, looking up, he ex- claimed, REGINA MILESKI!” Here, “Bob” Champagne bubbled over to explain. “Regina is our coiffure artist at M. B. C. Studios, and surely you remember BETTY DIACHISIN, our hat designer, and RUTH FOWLER, our wardrobe unstress?” Charlie was only too glad to renew old acquaintances, but it seemed he was fated not to do so this day for by this time most of the guests had arrived. Poor Charlie resigned himself to moving through the crowds at the carnival and greeting those new faces. It was not yet dusk, and while the guests strolled to the West School building, a radio station, which was hooked up at various points on the carnival grounds so that everyone might hear, caused a murmur of excitement. The excitement was due to the nature of the broadcast: the Boston Symphony Orchestra was playing at Boston, and many of is members were former schoolmates of the guests. There was WALTER SAMAS, first violinist; LUCY SILVA, a pianist; JOHN CENA, a clarinet pla yer; and ORSILINA ORTINS, also a pianist. ROSE ROUMAS, the famed concert pianist, was featured in a special ar- rangement. JOHN WALSH, conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and, already at the tender age of thirty- seven a composer of no mean fame, announced during the broadcast that he and some other members of the orchestra had wished to attend the carnival, but were unable to. However, he stated that the orchestra would like to dedicate its next number to the Carnival. PHYLLIS HALLO- WELL was the announcer for the program. From time to time the guests found their way to the refresh- ment stand, where they warmed themselves with a hot dog. A moment later found “Charlie” himself at the refreshment booth. As he glanced around, he noticed many new guests who were fortifying themselves against the cold: ELEANOR HOBAN, surgical nurse at the Salem Hospital and PHYLLIS AKERSON, President of the Massachusetts State Garden Club were conversing over a cup of coffee with HILDA SYLVESTER, manager of a dress shop in Lynn, and ANNABELLE BACHERMAN and HELEN APLIN, dental assistants for a Boston doctor. In a far corner of the enclosed booth three bronzed young men spied “Charlie” and hastened over to him. “Charlie” ducked in time to escape a hearty backslap from DERMET BRADY and cried, “Dermet Brady! Why, in last night’s headlines I saw that you and NICK GEORGE, fa- mous “round-the-world” flyers and your mechanic, FRANCIS BRES- NAHAN, were attempting to break the previous round-the-world record.” “Well,” Brady explained, “we decided we just couldn’t miss this carnival !” “Charlie” moved up to the counter and elbowed his way be- tween two men. In doing so he caused one of the men to spill his coffee. “Hey, you! What do you think you’re doing? I’ll have you put in jail for that!” “Cops ” Charlie gulped, “excuse me, Chief.” “That’s all right,” said Chief of Police JAMES STOCKER in a more moderate voice. The other gentleman, who had been snickering, laughed aloud as Charlie faced him. “Remember me, Charlie? VINCENT WHITE.” “Oh, of course!” Charlie remembered. “Say, don’t tell me you’re on the police force, too?” “No,” answered Vincent with a half amused, half withering glance in Captain Stocker’s direction, “I’m an engineer — I’m with the LJnited Shoe over in Beverly.” “Well, isn’t that ,” Charlie broke off whatever he was going to say as his eyes fell on more strange faces in the lefreshment booth. Excusing himself, Charlie dashed over to shake hands with the nearest stranger. He was unable, however, to shake hands because both the new- comer’s hands were full — full of camera. The fellow smiled. “Hello, Charlie. I brought my camera and I hope to get some night shots.” “How are you, GEORGE MOUHTOURIS ?” “Charlie” cried. “I hope you can, too. But what do you want the pictures for?” George explained that he was chief photographer with “LIFE.” “Charlie” turned to scan the room and had taken only a few steps when he was tapped on the shoulder by a none too gentle hand. Turning around, “Charlie” was greeted by a voice, still impish, though mature, and by a beaming face. It was THOMAS WATERS, physical instructor at the Boston Y. M. C. A., accompanied by WALTER BARBOUR, National Ping Pong Champion. Not tar away were JEAN INGRAHAM, and MILLIE KING, kindergarten teachers conversing with MARY LANGAN, lec urer on science at Smith, and KATHLEEN LENDALL, columnists for the Boston Globe. At this moment a pan of grease overturned on the stove, starting a small fire. Almost immediately the refreshment booth was cleared of humanity. The excitement drew a crowd of spectators, and “Charlie”, who was rushing around madly, bumped into a group of new arrivals. “Whew”, she exclaimed, “you came just in time! Here, help us out.” Following the example of MARY BEZEMES, who was seizing fist- fulls of snow and tossing it into the flames with that right arm which had won for her the National Drum Majorette Championship, others in the crowd assisted with an enthusiasm almost unbelieveable. ALL! KANKALO, the famed masseuse from Boston, EDITH BEL- OSTOCK and DOROTHY VOREL, stenographers for the Metropolitan Insurance Company, MARION JOLY, mystery storv writer. FRAN- CES DLUZNIESKA, poetry editor for LADIES HOME TOURNAL, VERNA GREEN, stage designer, FREDDIE LAWRENCE, f.otball coach at Northwestern, BARBARA LeCAlN, well-known actress of the legitimate stage, THOMAS LONERGAN, shoe manufacturer and PHYLLIS MAGUIRE, a missionary in China, were among those who were helping extinguish the flames. SNAPSHOTS HH P. H. S. META One Hundred and Thirty ' nine A rather stout gentleman with wavy black hair and a red face puffed a little as he, too, pitched in. It w a HENRY WALDMAN. who was in charge of the shoe department at Macy’s. At his elbow a very valuable fellow threw off his gloves as he hurled snow onto the burning roof. Of course, it was BERNIE ROSENSTE1N, con- struction engineer at La Guardia Field, New York. The fire was only a small one after all. The flames had caught the roof directly above the store, but the snow had prevented its spreading. A small figure wrapped in furs stood off to one side. No, there were two small figures there. One seemed to have light hair and the other, black. And as the last flame gave a valiant spurt heavenward before it, too, flickered out, the two could be easily recognized. Both were celebrities, occasionally appearing on the trout page. They were MARCIA PETERSON, star of the Broadway Follies, and EVANGELINE LABAO, the famous lecturer on art appreciation. A car pulled up in front of the refreshment stand just then. There seemed to be a girl seated in the front seat, but no one behind the wheel! Yet the car was going and had just been stopped! The door on the driver’s side mysteriously opened and a second later the girl’s door opened. What was it all about? The amazed guests watched the girl as she approached, her arm gripping the air. Her eyes were fixed adoringly on the spot in the air slightly above and to the left of her. Suddenly “Charlie” who had been staring open-mouthed, snapped his fingers and cried, “Fve got it!” ‘DOTTIE’ CLAFFEY and the ‘little man who wasn’t there’ ”. Night had quietly and gently fallen. “Izzy” Shapiro’s voice came over the amplifier and announced that the carnival) activities would be continued at the West School building. Everybody rushed to the school building. Wayne Evans and “Teddy” Stocker were the center of a chatter- ing group, one of the last to enter the building. Wayne was busily ex- plaining that “LENNY” HILENSKI was here but that the lions weren’t so, his lion taming act, scheduled as a part of the evening’s enter- tainment, was called off. With Wayne, were LYDIA WILCHINSKI, state hospital nurse; ELEANOR LABELLE, clerk at the High School office; ROBERT WILSON, undertaker for the North Shore; HAROLD GOLDSTEIN, the prominent brain specialist; and HELEN (HOPPER, a dietician at Massachusetts General Hospital. It was some minutes before the hall was filled and the people had quieted down, and during this time soft music was played. It failed, however, to stifle the voices of two in the audience. The two were gesticulating wildly and obviously arguing. They were CHARLES CHENERY, representative in the State Legislature, and “BILL” MILLEA, Mayor of Chelsea. Evidentlv the crowd was enjoying itself hugely for here and there people leaned over backs of chairs to converse with old friends. STELLA SZARY, private secretary to JAMES CODY, a Wall Street executive, and MARY ZIELINSKI, bookkeeper with Gorton Pew Fisheries, seemed busily engaged getting re-acquainted. A few rows back of them were two more girls. They looked very much like ANNA VARVAS and “BETTY” RAYMOND. “Betty” was talking animatedly to Anna, telling her of the new recipe for fruit cake which she had perfected. Housewives? No. Betty was the proprietor of an exclusive eating place on the turnpike and well-known for her dis- tinctive and original dishes, while Anna was the owner of a series of small mint shops scattered over the North Shore. So, you see, the two had a great deal in common. A very distinguished looking woman, beautifully dressed, seemed to be holding the attention of four in the row in front of her. A close glance revealed that she was MARGUERITE WELCH, the new dean of Wellesley. Her listeners were ELSIE ELWELL, CHARLES TRANOS, and REVA RABINOVITZ, and MARION McCARTHY. Reva was employed as stenographer in the Governor’s office, and Charles Tranos was the manager of station WESX. Elsie and Marion, to whom Mar- guerite was at the moment addressing herself, were dancing instruc- tors, and their work was to break in chorus girls for Boston’s own troupe. Marguerite was asking her if they could not give a lesson twice a week to some of her Wellesley girls interested in dancing. Elsie and Marion, both as charming and agreeable as ever, decided they could do as Marguerite wished. At this point in the conversation a voice hailed Reva and as they all turned to look, LAURA WILLIAMS and CLAIRE ABELL waved from the door. They were late, Laura explained, because they had driven in from New York and some of the roads were bad. There were no questions asked her as to what Laura and Claire were doing, for almost everyone knew. Laura was a noted psychologist, teaching at Columbia University, and Claire was the well-known modeller of hats at one of New York City’s exclusive millinerv shops. After the Second World War (1942) New York had gradually taken the place of Paris as the world’s “chapeau” center! Of course, “M. B. C.” and suite had front row seats, and hover- ing over them were two figures, notebooks in hands. They were MARY EF 1 IM and LORAIN POWERS, Hollywood reporters of the New York Times and Boston Herald, respectively, and were, to all appear- ances, collecting enough lore to fill several days’ column space. A small commotion toward the center of the hall was nothing more than BOB MEANEY, Manager of Webbers’, and DANIEL KEEFE, Peabody attorney, who were having a rather heated discussion about the results of the presidential election. Late-comers straggled through the doors as the half-hour interval completed itself, and of course NORMAN MOQUIN, Coca-Cola sales- man, ANNE OSEPCHUK, teaching in Salem, LILLIAN PYBURN and PAUL KENALEY were among these. ■ , was °dd, but out of that large group, each seemed to find a kindred soul, one who was in the same walk of life as himself. Lillian ami Paul were pharmacists — Lillian had her own drug store on the corner of Lynnfield and Summit Streets, and Paul had long since taken over the old Curtis’ drug store. There were four people over there however, it seemed, who had tt c ir i C0mni011 - How could they — a ping-pong champion of the U. S. A., a surgeon from the (Mayo Clinic, an inventor of small hard- ware gadgets, and a famed theologian? - - Oh, but of course. — They SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. META One Hundred and Forty-one were all four passionately interested in music. The four were WALTER BARBOUR, PRESTON ABBOTT, FRANK CHENERY and JOHN GOVRUSIK, respectively. At that moment a door in the rear of the hall opened. Cool breezes floated through the building and in walked PRISCILLA HINGSTON, author of that best-seller of the year, “Returned on a Breeze.’’ A moment later the lights dimmed; a hush fell over the audience as the curtain rolled up. The program for the evening began with a rumba dance by one of the nation’s most talented instructors of the dance, JOSEPHINE FLYNN. “Jo’’ held the audience spellbound, and at the conclusion of her act was well applauded. “Jo” had recently appeared in movies in a picture fast becoming a splendid box office seller. Six girls had volunteered to sell candy between numbers. They were ELEANOR GOURLEY, secretary to Doctor John Freeman of Rockefeller Centre; ROSE SWIDERSKA, chief bookkeeper at the G. E., EDNA DOWDALL, lecturer of Biology at B. U., IRENE O’CONNOR, model of furs at I. J. Fox’s and SOPHIE PSALTIS, physical instructor at P. H. S. The girls moved through the hall with their small trays of candy. Eleanor remarked that she was glad she’d offered to sell candy be- cause she was able to meet so many more old friends. Next on the program was a favorite team singing their own arrange- ment of a popular song. The girls were JENNIE D0URAMAKOS and KALLIOPE ZOLOTAS. The girls’ voices were familiar to most of the audience through radio; nevertheless, the applause told in no un- certain terms that the thrill of hearing them sing had not worn off. Following this there was a short intermission. When LOUIS LIMAURO, chief engineer at the East Boston Airport, stepped out for a smoke, he found he was not alone. There were two or three others similarly occupied and he greeted them cordially. They were JAMES PETROPOULOS, accountant at the Champion Lamp Works in Lynn, RICHARD BUDKA, a marine engineer aboard the liner PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT, NICHOLAS KROCHMAL, Wall Street broker, our old friend “GENE’’ SALLOWAY, surgeon at the Beth Israel, JAMES PANTAPAS, tobacco king, and JOSEPH PERRY TRUEIRA, Presi- dent of the Bell Telephone Company. The group chatted amiably for a few moments and then reentered the building. An interpretative dance was the next feature on the program. The stage had been beautifully set. A large oval spot of light blue satin formed the background for the little dancer who was clad in shim- mering white chiffon. The dance was exquisitely performed, every position seeming more striking, more beautiful than the other. There was a stir in the audience as the curtain went down, for few of her friends had ever seen the famous Sylvia perform. You see, Sylvia, the great interpretative dancer had performed very rarely in the U. S., but often in Europe. Yes, few had realized that SYLVIA SWARTZ was to become one of the world’s greatest interpretative dancers. A familiar whirring sound filled the hall, and some of the guests rushed to the door to determine the cause of the disturbance. MYER WEISMAN, chemical engineer for A. C. Lawrence’s, and LEO O’BRIEN, manager of the same, were first to the door. They reported that a small autogiro had put down a few hundred feet from the build- ing. SEYMOUR SALLOWAY, the eye and ear specialist, said to the fellow at his elbow, “Say, ‘Gene’, I wonder if it could be ‘PHIL’ WATERHOUSE? No, it couldn’t be, because he’s detailed in Europe right now.” — EUGENE ANKETELL was the W. P. A. Administra- tor for this district. As the two from the plane approached, Seymour suddenly cried, “Why, it is ‘Phil’ Waterhouse — and it looks like ROY COOK with him!” Sure enough, it was “Phil” and Roy who walked into the hall. “Phil” explained that he was on his way home from Italy where he had just covered a story and that he had met Roy Cook in Paris. Roy was the foreign correspondent for the National Bank, and Phil was employed by the Herald Tribune. Shortly after this, the curtain rolled up once more. It was an original vaudeville act by Wayne Evans and TEDDY STOCKER — It reminded more than one in the audience of that act in the Senior Strand Night back in 1940! During his act Wayne called for four feminine assistants, and who should parade on the stage but CAROLE CHRIST and DORA GAM- BOS, stepongraphers for Sears, Roebuck Company, Boston Office, ELEANOR CALLAHAN, swimming instructress at the Boston Y. M. C. A., and MARY GREGORY, secretary to the manager of the Metro- politan Theatre. Wayne put them through their paces and the audience was hugely amused. — Needless to say, the girls, too, enjoyed them- selves. At the conclusion of the carnival. Wayne read some telegrams, and expressed thanks to those who in any way had assisted in making the carnival a succeses. He thanked NICHOLAS ANDRONIKOS, who had offered to do- nate refreshments for the day. “Nick”, who operated a large restaur- ant in Peabody Square, was just too late, for JERRY TANZER had already volunteered his services. One of the telegrams read by Wayne was from STANLEY KOTO- LOSKI, guide at Yellowstone National Park, who had been unable to take time off to come home to the carnival. Last but not least, Wayne, with a twinkle in his eye, thanked the little lady of the black hair and green eyes who had so much aided him in laying out plans for the carnival. The little lady was a well- known commercial artist, and, of course, it was GRACE STEVENS. And thus, quietly, peacefully, ended the long awaited West Pea- body Carnival, — and thus too, the prophecy of the Class of 1940. May every person of the graduating class of ’40 be as successful as the “prophets” have decreed. P. H., P. A., P. W., J. F., L. D„ et al SNAPSHOTS P. H. S. META One Hundred and Forty-three The Happy Heart , Evening in Paradise Bells of Heaven Sigh no More, Ladies To Helen , We Are Seven The Poet Something left Undone Dreamland Lines written in early Spring, The Cry of the Children The Dancing Lass DOWN POETRY LANE He who gets an “A” Senior Reception Ring at 1:20 It ' s Leap Year Aplin T. A. K, Bernard Rosenstein Every night , Our study periods Are regretted in late Fall For Hot-Dogs “Betty” Woodbury You Ask me Why , The Artist and a Dream Northern Farmer, Old Style. The Good Part A Child Asleep Remorse A Dream Within a Dream.. Serious Omission To a Mouse Over Hill, over Dale The Quiet Lady Hymn to Intellectual Beauty. I should smartin’ up! Ann Sklarsky “Jimmy” Stocker Lunch Time William Mullane After report cards “Dot” Caulfield Failure to have Assembly Beware of the “cats” Our minds did wander Reva Rahinovitc “Peggy” Welch BEST ' A Smattering of Ignorance” _ We Seniors ‘Broken Pledges” Resolutions to study “Failure of a Mission” , We still got the discipline slips “Hard Times” During exams “Lost in a Jungle” A “Frosh” among Seniors “Men of Iron” ,, Our football squad “Music for the Multitude” W. P. A. Band Concerts “No Place Like Home” During school hours “Of Mice and Men ’ , Biology class “On Borrowed Time Playing “hooky” “Rehearsal for Love” ....... .. At Dramatic Guild rehearsal “Tellers of Tales” Chatterbugs SELLERS “The Grapes of Wrath” Dad after seeing the report card “The Great Garrick” Benjamin Dandes “The March of the Barbarians” Seniors rehearsing marching The Native Son Eugene Sallaway “The Newcomer” Robert Diane “The Return of the Native” Returning under truant officer’s guidance “The Road we have Covered During these four years “The Scarlet Letter” Red Cards “The Valley of Exile” Expulsion “Twice Told Tales” Late Excuses “We all Go Away” June 14 “Gone With The Wind” Our High School days One Hundred and Fortyfour META P. H. S. PICTURE “Teddy” Gaieski — forming an anti ' sport league Hilja Aho — suddenly turning brunette Raymond Cooke — washing windows Ruth Ashley — flirting on a dude ranch Dermet Brady — clam, cool and serene Mary Gregory — finding the “Missing Link” Theodore Baltas — in the Russian Ballet Margaret Donlon — teaching Latin to the natives of Skali-Waha Joseph Perry — Gutting paper dolls Elsie Elwell — “mouthing” for Martha Raye Charles Chenery — in a majestic pompadour Phyllis Akerson — writing to Dorothy Dix Edward Dabrieo — in love Esther Goss — as first mate on Byrd’s expedition Peter Andromidas — selling peanuts Marjorie Cook — ending up with a bus driver Herbert Giles — without a good “line” Eileen Boylan — selling wallpaper to the Africans Peter Christ — crooning Helen Gill — shot out of a cannon at the circus Walter Barbour — understanding Einstein’s theory Rose Caley — performing in Billy Rose’s Acquacade William Giles — marooned on a South Sea Island Stamatia George — selling toupees to bald men Francis Bozek — winning a hog calling contest Charles Drougas — working in a slaughter house (He slays ’em) Chester Shea — on a stratosphere flight Albert Blazon — acting opposite the “oomph” girl Dorothy Caulfield — someday wheeling her own Leonard Boylan — showing preference to brunettes Koula Christ — as a Hershey Bar Philip Burke — playing the Bazooka Alice Foley — giggling without just cause or reason Roy Cooke — keeping away from Scollay Square Jennie Douramakos — “torching” for Ethel Merman Nick George — finding Mary, his mystery woman Eleanor Callahan — expertly hurling a rolling-pin Fred Forrestall — as a side show barker Jennie Dluznieska — modeling for Harpers James Bougas — putting curlers in his hair Dora Gambos — “hooking” a traveling salesman Arthur Bravos — “pinch-hitting” for Mickey Mouse Catherine Cavanaugh — not preferring High School actors Robert Desmond — studious Richard Brown — living in the city John Cena — doing the Carioca Richard Budka — Owning the National Broadcasting Company James Cody — carrying on for “Buffalo Bill” Cody Colin Chisholm — bringing ’em back alive Verna Green — mistaken for a traffic signal (hair, red — name, Green) Frank Chenery — lanky P. H. S. META One Hundred and Forty-five THE PERFECT SENIOR BOY HAIR EYES NOSE _ MOUTH TEETH SKIN SMILE DIGNITY PEP PERSONALITY BRAINS PHYSIQUE . John Morrissey “Jerry” Tanzer Walter Barbour Charles Marshall Stanley Court Robert Buckley Edward Nurmela John Frank A. Walsh ... Charles Panagoplos Ralph Partridge “Bennie” Dandes Edward Surman THE PERFECT SENIOR GIRL HAIR EYES NOSE MOUTH TEETH SKIN SMILE DIGNITY PEP PERSONALITY BRAINS HANDS . Marcia Peterson Jennie Ossoft .Lorraine Powers Claire Abell Grace Stevens ...Lydia Wilchinski Esther Field Priscilla Hingston Mary Dorgan .. Phyllis Maguire “Peggy” Welch : Rose Roumas CAN YOU IMAGINE Stanley Court being unfaithful to his “one and only?” “Betty” Diachisin not passing notes? Michael Argeros not being such a swell all-around kid? Virginia Ingraham with her hair messed? Charles Panagopolous with an inferiority complex? Leonard Callahan not throwing erasers? Lorraine Powers without “Goody?” Robert Douglas without his famous blush? Elsie Manninen giving in to Bennie H.? Lester Keilty ignoring the fairer sex? Nick Krockmal with his hair slicked down? Louise Dluznieska answering a question in one word? Charles Lynch with a harem? Sylvia Swartz not getting her “say” about all things? Jean Dudar without bright fingernail polish? Paul Kenaley anywhere but in 302? Francis Keefe not paying strict attention to the women? Stella Kaznazy knowing what books to take home? John Morrissey without his wave? Marion Hutchins being temperamental? Wayne Evans getting his motocycle started? Martha Fischer jitterbuggin’? Raymond Skinner letting his hair grow? Harold Goldstein without his gaudy socks? Anna Varvas not acting so friendly? Roger Gilmore not prefering West Peabody skating? Annie Osepchuk being argumentative? Francis Bresnahan ever losing his “Maxwell ? Evangeline Lobao being forward? “Phil” Waterhouse agreeing with his French teacher? “Connie” Vorel sticking to one boy-friend? Robert Buckley without his airplane models? Marilyn Noyes releasing a healthy yell? John Freeman taking small strides on his way to classes? Lillian Pyburn sitting squarely around in her seat? Newell Pennimen not chewing his daily package of gum? One Hundred and Fortysix META P. H. S. FAMILIAR LIGHTS Rose Swiderska enjoying herself immensely in the home room. Donald Shaw getting his inspirations from the stars. (?) Marion Porter arriving in the nick of time. Frank Hinchion reaching for girl’s hair ribbons. Edna Patenaude making eyes Alfred Saccone being admired by the P. H. S. females. Edna Dowdall writing on freshman books. “Kenny” Beres throwing his pigskin. Peggy Welch happily walking home with the light ’air. James Stocker plus hay seed. Annabelle Bacherman getting her notes from strange places. John Pronco tuning in on the “Lone Ranger”. Marion Leach practicing “Love Thy Neighbor.” Walter Jacavanco taking cupid’s place. Jennie Ossoff anxious to go riding in that certain car. Walter Samas shuffling along behind his instrument. Lucy Silva happy at last at 1:20. Marcia Peterson fluttering around. Leo Pelletier looking handsome. Ann Sklarsky trying to make up her mind about the Harris tweed. Nick Andronikos reading in history class. Margaret Morrissey with natural red cheeks. Arlene McOsker keeping her eyes open. “Bob” Wilson rehearsing with his band. Eleanor Gourley sought by a class officer. George Travos viewing the fairer sex. Irene Stavros by Rosie’s side. Barbara Richardson scrapping with her history teacher. Charles Tranos with his cheerful hello. Jennie Laberis with a fashion book. Charles Drougas in his beloved wide open spaces. Leona Larrabee in a jitterbug contest. Mary Eftim rivaling Hedda Hopper Angelo Actis getting “it” from his English teacher. Frances Simpson trying to make up her mind. Elsie Poole enjoying recess. Seymour Salloway borrowing. Mary Zielinski taking her afternoon walk. Virginia Walsh taking care of herself. Herbert O ' Donnell “going to town.” Kalliope Zolotas worrying about her hair. Reva Rabinovitz discussing those Sunday night calls. Vernon Stackhouse contradicting. Marion McCarthy conversing with the near-by gentlemen. Pauline Ziskowski feeling good after receiving her report card. Elwood Wilson looking sharp. Regina Mileski worrying about her Latin. Thomas McLaughlin looking shy. Julia Sakelakos punching the boy in back of her. Elizabeth Raymond doing her daily good deed. Philip Quinlan admiring Shirley Temple. Sophie Psaltis back at 3:00. “Freddie Lawrence in Salem. Penelope Mitsopaulos waiting for Saturday night. “Dot” Vorel quietly attaining her goal. Vincent White smiling and flirting. Mary Stevens practising to be the perfect secretary. Hilda Sylvester minding her own business. P. H. S. META One Hundred and Forty-seven GIRL ' S BASKETBALL TEAM P. H. S. META One Hundred and Forty-nine GIRLS ' ATHLETIC HONOR ROLL Miss Helen M. Riley, Instructor BASKETBALL Phyllis Maguire, Captain Mary Bezemes, Manager Sophie Psaltis Mary Dorgan Annie Osepchuck 1939-’40 BASKETBALL RECORD Peabody 30 — Almunae 36 Peabody 29 — Marblehead 22 Peabody 43. — Marblehead 29 Peabody 41 — Malden 9 Peabody 27 — Salem 3 1 Peabody 23 — Salem 26 Peabody 44 — Beverly 16 GYM MEET, APRIL 25, 1940 Honors to Phyllis “Mickey” Maguire for winning the individual cup. Honors to Eleanor Moser for breaking the State high jump record. The following seniors took part in the “Meet” between the “Blues” and “Whites”: WHITES BLUES Phyllis Maguire, Captain Margaret McCarthy, Captain Clara Abeli Marjory Cooke Helen Aplin Betty Diachisin Annabelle Bacherman Edna Dowdell Dorothy Claffey Eleanor Mozer Mary Dorgan Irene O’Connor Virginia Ingraham Marjory Meaney Martha Petropoulos Regina Mileski Marion Porter Annie Osepchuck Sophie Psaltis Marcia Peterson Lillian Pyburn Christine Speliotis Ann Sklarsky Anna Varvas Sylvia Sw ' artz Lydia Wilchinski Marguerite Welch Bette Woodbury One Hundred and Fifty META P. H. S. BATON SQUAD META One Hundred and Fifty-one MARY BEZEMES Our Drum Majorette FOOTBALL TEAM P. H. S. META One Hundred and Fifty-three ATHLETIC HONOR ROLL Coach, William Seeglitz Assistant Coach, Edward Donahue Faculty Manager, John Burke FOOTBALL Co-Captain, Edward Surman Co-Captain, Saul Katzman Philip Waterhouse Louis Macrinotis Kenneth Beres Theodore Pavinsky W. Jacavanco F. Lawrence C. Lynch BASKETBALL Capt. Kenneth Beres Louis Macrinotis Thaddeus Gaieski Theodore Pavinski Edward Surman GOLF Co-Captain William Goggin Co-Captain, Donald Shaw Colin Chisholm Charles Marshall Norman Moquin Phillip Burke BASEBALL Captain, Louis Macrinotis Phillip Waterhouse Thaddeus Gaieski Kenneth Beres Leonard Boylan Frank Hinchion Frederick Lawrence TRACK John Cena Charles Lynch Roy Cook Harold Goldstein Charles Drougas One Hundred and Fifty-four META P. H. S. BASEBALL TEAM, 1940 P. H. S. META One Hundred and Fifty-five TRACK TEAM, 1940 LETTER MEN OF 1940 a - J CHEER LEADERS One Hundred and Fifty-eight P. H. S. META JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS P. H. S. META One Hundred and Fifty-nine JAZZ SYMPHONY “He’ll be cornin’ ’round the mountain’’ “Teddy” Stocker “Are you havin’ any fun?” Mary Dorgan At least you could say Hello” John Walsh “All the things you are” Arlene Feeley “Ma, he’s making eyes at me” Isadore Shapiro “South of the Border” Alii (Ugh) Kankalo “Beer Barrel Polka” “Buzz” Surman ‘I ' ve got my eyes on you” „ Arlene Lynch “A Man and his Dream” Preston Abbott Oh Johnny Oh” Phyllis Maguire “Night After Night After You” Thomas Waters Piano Madness” Rose Roumas “The man who comes around” Jacob Tanzer “You’re the great discovery” „ Mary Bezemes Angel! - Saul Katzman Play, Fiddle, Play Grace (Yascha) Stevens Faithful Forever ’ Eleanor Mozer Billy Boy William Goggin Darn that dream Laura (Technicolor) Williams “If you ever change your mind” Robert Diane Snake Charmer Lydia Wilchinski Don t be that way Irving Debinsky In our little part of town , Helen Hooper You ' d be surprised” “It’s a Wonderful World” “Gettin’ Off” “Easy does it” “Moon Ray” “Chatterbox” “The Jumpin’ Jive ,...._ “The Starlit Hour” ‘That’s Right, You ' re Wrong”.. “Careless” , “Monstro the Whale” “This changing world’’ “Cocktails for two “When you wish upon a star”.. “One O’clock Jump” , “In the Mood” “Would ja Mind” “Give a little Whistle” “Running Through My Mind”. “Good Morning” “Blue Orchids” “Kinda Lonesome” “To You”, Edward Nurmela Mildred King Benjamin Holder :.Eva Sabarsky “Ray” Dubic Josephine Flynn Myer Weissman Claire Abell Bernard Rosenstein Jean Ingraham William Collins Frances Dluznieska Robert Champagne Esther Field Harry Waldman Thomas Routses Ruth Fowler Richard Pratt Stella Szary William Mullane „ Helen Aplin Edward Brawley, Jr. Faculty One Hundred and Sixty AFTERWORD Our task is ended. We sincerely trust that this META will in the years to come reflect some of the high lights of our years in Peabody High School, and that it will help us to remember our faculty friends and our classmates with whom we have spent four happy years. If our class book can accomplish this much, we are satisfied that our endeavors will have been well re- warded. META P. H. S. TO OUR ADVERTISERS The Class of 1940 takes this opportunity of expressing its appreciation and gratitude to the merchants who so liberally advertised in the pages of our META P. H. S. META One Hundred and Sixty-one Peabody 522 Res. Phone 932 KLEMM’S BAKERY ALBERT W. KLEMM,, Prop. All Kinds of Dainties, Fine Rolls and Patties for Parties 7 Loweii Street Peabody, Mass. THE STANLEY CAFETERIA “Taste The Difference” SALEM — PEABODY Compliments of LYONS’ PHARMACY meow Tiieoa May we be your friends in the future as in the past. You Are Invited TO VISIT THE NEW SALEM COMMERCIAL SCHOOL 254 ESSEX STREET, SALEM UP-TO-DATE BUSINESS COURSES IN A MODERN BUSINESS SETTING COMPLETE NEW EQUIPMENT Accounting, Business Administration, Executive Secretarial, Bookkeeping, Stenographic and Civil Service Courses Previous Commercial Training Not Required. INDIVIDUAL ADVANCEMENT AND CLASS INSTRUCTION Employment Service for Graduates Fall Term Begins September 3 Day and Evening Divisions Call, Write or Telephone for Catalog JOHN W. ARCHIBALD, B.B.A., M.C.S.. PRESIDENT Salem Commercial School’s 50th Year One Hundred and Sixty-two META P. H. S Compliments of GEORGE H. JACOBS CO. Louis Karelitz Furniture Co. Complete Home Furnishers 34 Main Street Peabody, Mass. Telephone 84 Compliments of H. A. HANSON ... Jeweler ... Theodore R. Sargent, Opt, D. ... Optometrist ... 34 V 2 Main Street Peabody, Mass. Office Tel. 612 Residence 554 WILLIAM F. REGAN Attorney at Law 14 Main Street Peabody, Mass. Compliments of H. E. RAYMOND Everything for Your Car Peabody Square Maco’s Automotive Stores of Peabody AUTO RADIOS PEABODY 1161 Compliments of GEORGE S. CURTIS ... Apothecary ... 1 Main Street Peabody, Mass. P. H. S. META One Hundred and Sixty-three Congratulations to tke Class of 1Q40 from tke PEABODY PRESS COMPANY, Jnc. Quality Printers and Publishers of the PEABODY ENTERPRISE 26 Foster Street Peabodv, Mass. One Hundred and Sixty-four M Compliments of PAUL GALLAGHER Compliments of TRIMOUNT LEATHER COMPANY NORMAN W. HUNTER WARD’S GREENHOUSES ... Florists ... Flowers Telegraphed PHILLIP A. REIDY ... Pharmacy ... WILSON SQUARE A P. H. S. A. P. AMES CO. ... Grain ... 10 Walnut Street Peabody, Mass. Telephone 350 Compliments of J. S. MURPHY SONS Hardware Compliments of CARR LEATHER PEABODY, MASS. GRIFFIN MERROW Plumbers and Sheet Metal Workers Steam and Hot Water Heating Ventilation and Blower Pipe Work a Specialty Telephone 150 7 Walnut Street Peabody, Mass. P. H. S. 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