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

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Kathleen M. Bell An enthusiastic girl who is always trying to do her best for the senior class, is our Kathy. Her interests of water skiing and play- ing the piano show her versatility, seriousness of purpose, and vivacity. Her shy smile and sweet nature, have won her many lasting friendships. May she so continue throughout life! Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 3 Meta Literary Staff 4 Observer Homeroom Rep. 4 Junior Achievement 3. 4 Pep Squad 3, 4 Richard P. Bettencourt Give Richie a pair of skis and a high snowy mountain and he is all set. Richie always adds fun to his classes. After gradua- tion his plans lead to. col- lege and an engineering de- gree. Baseball 3, 4 Ski Club 3, 4 Mech. Drawing Club 3 Pep Squad 4 Thomas H. Bettencourt Tommy is a happy-go- lucky fellow, who is often seen on the seat of a red Honda composing poems about his many adventures. He is the life of any ga- thering, and can be count- ed upon to supply humor wherever he goes. Anyone with such a disposition is destined for success. Diane M. Bezemes Shy and retiring, Diane has earned due respect as an active member and of- ficer of DECA. Although she is careful in choosing her companions, we can tell by her power to hold her true friends, that she is the possessor of a charm- ing personality. We know for Diane, that success is eagerly waiting. D.E.C.A. 3, 4 Linda C. Bezemes When soft music from the piano mingles with the radiance, pouring from the player’s eyes, where can we be but heaven? And who has made us breathe this ecstacy but our own diligent, reserved Linda. She has chosen her pro- fession — making others happy. Glee Club 3 Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 2, 4 David A. Blanchard Dave is a boy with a personality that marks him as someone who is bound to succeed. We will always remember Dave because of the fine showing he turned in for the P.H.S., track team. He always does his best and this quality will assure him the attainment of any goal he may set for himself. Football I Track 3, 4 Nancy J. Bogle Richard J. Bois A girl who has a win- ning personality is sure to be among the most popular girls in the clas=. V f ' i i- loving persons can be stu- dious. Such a girl is Nan- cy. She has been active in school organizations and is planning to be a nurse. We’re rooting for you, Nancy, and will continue to sing your praise. Office D agette 4 Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 3, 4 Junior Achievement 3, 4 Meta Literary Staff 4 Pep Squad 3 Observer Staff 3 Richie boy who be found gine of interest of any that his ing an eer are is a soft-spoken can almost always hiding in the en- a car. His chief is motor vehicles variety. We hope dreams of becom- automobile engin- realized. Sheila A. Bolduc Who can be uncomforta- ble in the presence of a friendly, unassuming girl like Sheila. Each morning she entered wearing a smile; each afternoon she departed with the same happy expression. We free- ly predict that Sheila will win a full measure of hap- piness, health and con- tentment through life’s long journey. Ann M. Bovio One will not soon for- get Ann Marie’s pleasant smile or her ability to find a sunny side to the darkest cloud. Very popular with those fortunate enough to know her, she is indeed worthy of this tribute — to a true friend. Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 3

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Arthur Atlias, Jr. transferring in his so- jmore year from a mi- ary school in Florida, tie has good humor and always smiling. He has n many friends and we w he will be a suc- s in everything he at- pts. Ski Club 3, 4 Art Club 3, 4 Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 3, 4 Meta Adv. Staff 4 Cine Club 3, 4 Observer Staff 4 Arthur William Atkinson For his sterling qualities of sportsmanship on ice and pleasant personality, we are sure that a most successful future lies ahead for Art, who, by his broad smile and willingness to help has won our admira- tion. Hockey I, 2, 3, 4 Susan B. Hackman Sue is a cute and well- liked girl in our class. She is not only a dedicated student, but also an able editor of the “Observer.” Her literary works have entertained all of us. Junior Homeroom Rep. 3 Dramatic Guild 3 Observer Co-Editor 4 (Assistant Editor 3) Guidance Club 4 Glee Club 3 Pep Squad 3, 4 Ski Club 3 Junior Achievement 3, 4 Observer Homeroom Rep. 3 Meta Literary Staff 4 Linda A. Bailey One of the quietest girls in the class of ’65, Linda has gained the friendship of all her fellow students. Her future plans include teaching and we’re sure she’ll be a great success. Dramatic Guild 3 Ski Club 3 Cine Club 3 Guidance Club 4 Scott Barker We know the Air Force will find a good soldier in Scott. Diverse in function from coin collecting to bowling, he cannot help but have a full and joy- ful life. We wish you only the best, Scott. Ski Club 4 Mary A. Barnett A pleasant smile, a pleas- ing personality and an bundance of good humor are a few of Mary’s vir- tues. Rarely has she utter- ed a critical word of anyone. We are sure to find little to criticize in her future. Junior Homeroom Rep. 3 Senior Homeroom Rep. 4 Glee Club 3 Guidance Club 3 Junior Achievement 3, 4 Meta Adv. Staff 4 Dramatic Guild 3 Gail E. Barry Gail poses an enigma — quiet in manner, loud in thoughts, witty and subtle, unobtrusive yet shining and obvious. So we say to the cute girl with the hu- mor and the brains — keep up the puzzle — it’s fun to figure out! Baton Squad 3, 4 Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 4 Cine Club 3 Junior Achievement 3, 4 Janice Bateman Here is a senior from whom we have not heard much during her stay at Peabody High, because of her shy and retiring na- ture. But few sweeter girls than this tall blonde can be found. Good luck Jan! Margaret A. Begley Margie is one of the sweetest girls at P.H.S., and we’re sure she’ll charm many people in the future as she has in her four years of high school. Her ambition is to become a teacher and we know she’ll be a good one. Good Luck, Margie. Office Paqette 3, 4 Richard L. Belivean Rick is one of the quiet- est and one of the politest of the senior boys. He plans to join the Air Force after graduation and in- tends to go on to college after that and major in History. We’re sure he’ll be successful.

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Margaret Ellen Bowen Paula A. liozek David G. Briggs Elizabeth A. Brennan Laura M. Bovio This cute and ambitious Miss is looking forward to a career in nursing. Laura’s warm and friendly smile has won her many friends, and will continue to do so. She has worked diligently in High School. Here is a girl that is truly worthy of the success that will be hers. Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 4 Junior Achievement 4 Meta Literary Staff 4 Between writing letters, gardening and dancing, Peggy hopes to find time to be a darn good hair- dresser. We hope she has a successful future and pray for the burning of wigs! ! Spanish Garden Club 3 Who do we have here? It seems a teacher she shall be and no one can deny the success with which she shall follow in that profession. Paula is an optimistic gal who knows how to handle people; we know that she will utilize this wonderful trait in the future. Observer Homeroom Rep. I Dramatic Guild 3 Guidance Club 4 Meta Adv. Staff 4 This boy won’t let a dull moment happen. He has to be talking, moving and doing, in orcle to b satisfied. He has a fine wit and an abundance of in- telligence. Whethe on the ice or in the classroom, Dave excels. Hockey 1,2,3 Golf 2, 3,4 Where Betty giggles, fun is sure to be; Jokes run rampant with hilarity, But When a book is needed to be cracked. The candles burn for humor to be sacked. Dramatic Guild 3 Observer Cir. Staff 4 Meta Literary Staff 4 Guidance Club 3, 4 Cine Club 3 Pep Squad 4 Ski Club 4 Nurse Pagette 4 Wendy Brtinning Ernes! Brunner John R. Dianne L. Brooks Brown Linda E. Bnlger It was an experience for all when we heard “Jack the Spades” come through with another ex- citing number. To the boy with the lively personality and the exquisite drum talent — the best of the mu- sical world . . . Always happy, always playful, a girl of infinite energy. Dianne can change the most sullen mood to one of laughter and gaiety The best of luck to our jovial Diane. Meta Typing Staff 4 A little girl who packs a big wallop. Peabody High has seen her function well, as Wendy performs her duties as president of the student council. She has helped the class immeasur- ably. Who can deny her the greatest wish for joy and happiness. Student Council I, 2, 3, 4 (Treas. 3, Pres. 4 ) Ski Club 3, 4 Dramatic Guild 3 Meta Adv. Staff 4 Pep Squad 4 Nurse Pagette 4 “Not in wo ds but in deeds . . .” Yes. Ernie has been a quiet fellow these last four years, but he has done his share of work and has done it well. Nothing but the best could be said of him. As he pursues his chosen field, being elec- tronics, we wish him good connections and happy lighting. Track I “Lin” who couldn’t think of enough excuses to skip music, wouldn’t dream of missing a dance or a bowl- ing match. We hope she hits the head pin on life’s difficult alley. D.E.C.A. 3, 4