JUNE MEETING OF ALUMNI COUNCIL

The Alumni Council assembled for its June meeting in Hanover on Friday, June 19. The following members were present:

New England States, Lafayette R. Chamberlin 'O5, Victor M. Cutter 'O3; Middle andSouthern States, George M. Morris 'll, D. Basil O'Connor 'l2, Clarence W. McKay '93; Central States, Warren C. Agry 'll, Henry McK. Haserot '10; Western States, Henry D. Thrall 'O6, Chester B. Curtis 'B9; RockyMountain and Pacific States, Samuel L. Barnes 'O7; For the Faculty, Craven Laycock '96; Elected by Class Secretaries, Natt W. Emerson 'OO, Laurence M. Symmes 'OB, James R. Chandler '9B; Members by Virtue ofOfficial Relation, Joseph T. Gilman 'O5, Philip S. Mardeh '94, Eugene F. Clark '01; Electedby the Council, Clarence G. McDavitt 'OO, Clarence C. Hills 'O5, Allan L. Priddy 'l5.

Edwin J. Bartlett '72, a former member of the Council, was also present during the session.

Announcement of the ballot for new councilors was made showing the election of the following for a term of three years from June, 1925: New England States—G. C. Richards '96. Middle and Southern States—G. M. Morris '11.

Central States—W. C. Agry 'll. Western States—H. D. Thrall 'O6. Rocky Mt. and Pacific States—W. W. Grant, Jr. 'O3.

Report of the Alumni Fund Committee

A. L. Priddy '15

Mr. Priddy reported receipts to the, fund as of June 20 showing 3906 contributors and $72,638.36 received. This was an increase of 620 contributors and about $ll,OOO over the same date for last year. The total amount asked for, $90,000, was reported as very definitely in sight. Following the discussion on methods and Mr. Priddy's exposition of the work of the year it was Voted:

1. That there be applied to the reduction of the Gymnasium Mortgage Debt (reducing the balance of this to $5000) $5OOO 2. That there be applied to the William Jewett Tucker Fellowship for the year ending June, 1925 $lOOO 3. That the balance be appropriated to apply on current expenses of the College and as an addition to the permanent endowment fund in such proportion as the Committee may approve, after the final figures for the year, both for the Fund and the College, are available.

Mr. Priddy then reported on the recent action of the senior class taken as a result of an appeal by Mr. H. H. Hilton at their dinner held early in June. The class voted that it would hold itself responsible by the time of its Twenty-fifth Reunion for that cost to the College which was in excess of the amount paid by them in tuitions. This amounts to $lOOO per man and the class therefore has pledged itself to return to the College approximately $350,000 by the time of its Twentyfifth Reunion. It was

Voted: That the Council express its deep appreciation to the class of 1925 for its generous action and to Mr. Hilton for his continued solicitude for the interest of the College.

Report of the Committee on the Pow Wow

W. C. Agry '11

This committee, consisting of W. C. Agry '11, C. G. McDavitt 'OO, and A. L. Priddy 'IS, had been asked to consider the Pow Wow situation and report its recommendations as to the desirability of continuing this gathering and if so how, when, and where.

The report first considered the results of the Pow Wow on the alumni who attended as well as on the local association. All with whom the committee consulted were of the opinion that these results were beneficial. The intangible benefits of such a meeting are difficult to estimate although certainly present. Concrete results are shown, however, by the figures of the Alumni Fund. In 1923 before the Pow Wow there were 196 subscribers to the Fund from Illinois, northern Indiana, and southern Wisconsin, contributing $3075. In 1924, after the Pow Wow, there were 254 subscribers from the same territory contributing $4224, an increase of 27% in contributors and 40% in contributions. It would be proper to credit the Pow Wow and the Chicago Committee on the Fund, which was established as a result of the Pow Wow, with a proper

proportion of this increase. The report also discussed the desirability of continuing the Pow Wow idea and in conclusion the following resolutions were presented: Resolved: That, the Pow Wow idea should be perpetuated through the holding of such meetings at intervals of approximately five years. That, early in the year 1928 the Alumni Council should invite consideration by all Alumni Associations as to holding a Pow Wow, and that the privilege of holding the Pow Wow should be awarded by the Alumni Council as may then appear under existing conditions to be in the best interests of the College. That, to the end that the full burden of responsibility may not be borne by local alumni, a "Pow Wow" should be held under the counsel and assistance as to general policies, including programs, speakers, entertainment, and attendance, of a committee of the Alumni Council, to act in cooperation with such committee or committees as the local associa tion may designate. That, a "Pow Wow" may well be made the occasion of college support. Following discussion it was: Voted: That the report be accepted and adopted.

Report of Committee on Alumni Co-operation in the Selective Process

C. G. McDavitt '00

Mr. McDavitt described the activities of the committee since the fall meeting of the Council referring to the eight-page pamphlet sent to all members of the Council and to the various elements in the process of alumni rating of applicants. A questionnaire addressed to the members of the Council asking for an outline of the methods employed in the various districts for obtaining information on applicants brought out the fact that a further revision of the pamphlet on suggested procedure was still desirable. A letter from Dean Bill gave appreciative testimony to the value of the work done by the Council during the past year and the committee recommended that the Council. continue its undertaking to assist the Director of Admissions in the alumni rating of candidates. It also suggested that the same committee be reappointed to continue the direction of the work.

Among the recommendations aside from the revision of the pamphlet were the suggestions that councilors begin organization earlier than was suggested by the committee last year, that the rating blanks be returned by committees via councilors rather than direct tO' the Dean of Admissions. The discussion following this report indicated a keen interest on the part of the Council and questions of procedure rather as to details than as to the desirability of the work in general. Following the discussion it was

Voted: That the report be accepted and adopted.

The adoption of the report carried with it the reappointment of the old committee.

.Report From the Outing Club

N. W. Emerson '00

In reporting on the activities of the Outing Club during the past season Mr. Emerson expressed the pleasure that had resulted to him personally from his Outing Club associations and told of the advances in the Club during the past year. The principal feature of new equipment was a cabin in Franconia Notch near .the site of the Old Profile house. The finances of the Club were reported to be in healthy condition.

Report From the Athletic Council

J. T. Gilman '05

Mr. Gilman, the retiring member of the Athletic Council, reported on the athletic activities for the past year dealing particularly with finances, schedules, and coaches. His report was followed by discussion and numerous questions on the policies and plans of the Athletic Council.

Report of the Nominating Committee

The report of the Nominating Committee was then called for and it was

Voted: That the secretary cast one ballot for the nominations as presented. The following officers and committees were thereupon declared elected: President, C. G. McDavitt 00; vice-president, P. S. Marden '94; secretary, E. F. Clark '01.

Executive Committee: C. G. McDavitt 00, chairman, E. F. Clark 'Ol, V. M. Cutter 'O3, G. M. Morris 'll, D. B. O'Connor 'l2.

Fund Committee: A;. L. Priddy 15, chairman, P. S. Marden '94, J. A. Townsend '94, V. M. Cutter 'O3, W. C. Agry 'll.

Committee on Nominations: V. M. Cutter 'O3, chairman, M. S. Sherman '94, E. F. Clark 'Ol, H. D. Thrall 'O6, G. M. Morris 'll.

Committee on A-luwini Projects: P. S. Marden '94, chairman, G. C. Richards '96, H. D. Thrall 'O6, L. M. Symmes 'OB, H. MfcK. Haserot 'lO.

Committee on Schools: C. B. Curtis 89, chairman, C. W. McKay '93, W. W. Grant 'O3, C. C. Hills 'OS, S. L. Barnes 'O7.

Committee on Undergraduate Affairs: G. M. Morris 'll, chairman, J. A. Townsend '94, J. R. Chandler '9B, G. H. Abbott 'O2, J. W. Worthen 'O9.

The following nominations, elections, and appointments were made:

Nominations Lemuel G. Hodgkins '00 to the Association of Alumni as a member of the Athletic Council for three years from June, 1925.

Allan L. Priddy 'l5 to the Association of Alumni as a member of the Council on Student Organizations for one year from June, 1925.

Election Clarence G. McDavitt 'OO as a member of the Alumni Council for three years from June, 1925.

Appointment James R. Chandler '98 as representative of the Alumni Council on the Council of the Dartmouth Outing Club.

This meeting, marking the expiration of the term of service in the Council of Mr. Gilman, representative from the Athletic Council, the following resolution was presented and adopted:

Resolved: The term of Joseph T. Gilman '05 as a member of the Athletic Council expires this June. He has served for six years, and during that period has rendered to the College services of a very exceptional character. Energetic and painstaking in his efforts to advance the athletic interests of Dartmouth, he has maintained an intelligent perspective and understanding as to the place of athletics in college life. He has supported the administration in its emphasis upon the importance of scholarship, and he has upheld the highest ideals of sportsmanship as the Dartmouth standard. He has the confidence of those who shape the athletic policies of colleges with which Dartmouth desires to maintain close relationship. His skill and judgment have contributed in largest measure to the establishment of our present satisfactory relationships. The Alumni Council wishes to go on record at this, his concluding meeting, of its deep appreciation of his services to the College.

The meeting also marked the final session for three other members of the Council including that of President Emerson, to whose energy and initiative a large part of the successful activity of the Council in the last few years is due. In recognition of the services of the retiring members the Council adopted the following resolution:

Resolved: Each having served two terms as members of the Alumni Council, this meeting by limitation of our By-Laws marks the termination of the service of four of our members. The occasion merits more than ordinary notice, because each one of the four has rendered more than ordinary service to Dartmouth. Time and effort—energetically, intelligently and unselfishly applied—have been given by them generously. The contribution that each has made is notable. The genuine devotion, to the interests of Dartmouth of Messrs. Emerson, Gilman, Chamberlin, and Main as exemplified by their service as members of the Alumni Council, will remain an inspiration to those of us who continue in service and is a challenge to those who succeed them. They have set a standard which will be to us a guide and objective. We indulge the confident hope that out of the wealth of their experience we may draw freely for counsel and advice. In recognition of their exceptional service and in testimony of our affectionate regard for them, this expression of our thoughts is adopted for entry upon the records of the proceedings of this meeting.

The date of the fall meeting was then discussed and it was Voted : That the fall meeting of the Council be held in Chicago on Friday and Saturday, November 13 and 14, 1925.

The meeting then adjourned to College Hall where the Council were the guests of the College at dinner. The only speakers on this occasion were E. J. Duffy '26, editor of the Dartmouth, and President Hopkins. Mr. Duffy told of the present situation on the campus and the currents of thought and opinion. The president, as the final speaker, talked to the great enlightenment of the Council on the present policies of the College in finance and curriculum, and dwelt on some of the problems that now confronted the administration and the trustees. As usual this feature of the Council meeting was of the utmost value and interest to those present.

Guy C. Richards '96 President-elect of the Alumni Association and member-elect of the Alumni Council