CLASS OF 1915
Probably the most alarming class news 'is the recent report from Treasurer Taplin, that the financial depression has retarded the collection of class dues. If you have not already done so, why not mail your check to Tap at once, and by doing so help solve Tap's depression problem, even though yours is increased by that much.
At last a report has been received from Jack Ferguson, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Apparently Jack is just going to work in earnest, as he explains that the simpler methods of locating oil are about ended. Our most eminent geologist makes this announcement, and then explains the new method of correlation of subsurface beds by microscopic examination of well-cuttings by use of the seismograph, which the uninitiated regard as an instrument to report earthquakes. Jack explains that the geologist in search of oil makes his own earthquake with the help of a little and that the seismograph catches the echo, which solves the problem of oil. Incidentally Jack reports that not only he and Madelon, but also Jack, Jr., now ten years old, and Patsy, who is seven, are all planning to attend the next class reunion.
Congratulations are in order upon the safe arrival of Geoffry Gates Brown at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph W. Brown on January 19, 1931.
Dick Clark is authority for the following statement: "Freddie Child has been made a vice-president of the Chase National Bank. The class of 1915 has the financial world in the palm of its hand, with Freddie and Kel Rose in charge of the Chase National."
Pete Cannon is still buying all sorts of things for department stores. We understand that he is considering the advisability of entering the ladder business, as he is under the impression that what this country most needs at the present time is a good household ladder.
"Believe it or not," is the announcement from Mr. and Mrs. Leo Burt that baby sister Marylee Gail arrived at their house January 8, 1931. Congratulations to the Burts.
Here is an interesting bit of an optimistic letter from Johnnie Mullin, written as he recovers from having his tonsils sheared. This is supposed to be the keystone in his arch of discord. "I am certain of but one thing," says Johnnie, "they have so prodded and punched; reflexed and peered; ex-rayed and charted; consulted over my body, prone, sitting, and standing; laboratorized everything but my tears; stethoscoped, etc., that I am ready to believe anything they tell me to be a probable result of the diagnosis." Johnnie also states that he expects to return East with the first of the robins, or soon thereafter, to renew his duties as a salesman for time-tables and tariffs. He requests that all future mail be sent him at Slingerlands Printing Co., Slingerlands, N. Y.
An interesting letter from Russ Durgin, honorary secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association in Tokyo, Japan, has been received. An announcement in the letter tells of the arrival of a model aeroplane, "The Spirit of New Hampshire," from the boys of the New Hampshire Association to the boys of the Tokyo Association, as a messenger of goodwill and friendship. A photograph of "Russ" presenting this model plane to one of the Japanese boys was enclosed. We hope when the return flight is made that Russ will be a passenger.
The Boston Herald recently announced the consolidation of Wyman's Framingham nurseries of Framingham, Mass., with the Bay State Nurseries, under the latter name with Richard M. Wyman, president and production manager. Congratulations to President "Dick" of the Bay State Nurseries, Inc.
The vice-president of the Carpenter Paper Company of Omaha, Neb., better known among the classmates as "Zeke," has at last been heard from, though he reports news as scarce as business in his line.
Charlie Comiskey, now with the Northmont Hosiery Company at 267 Fifth Ave., New York city, gives us the following information, that he is still single, nearly forty, but not fat. Suggestions are in order, and probably should be sent direct to Charlie.
Bud Doe says the apple and poultry business keeps him busy and out of the city most of the time. He reports that Dale Barker and wife had a recent skiing experience on his farm. Don Bennink was a recent caller on Bud, but the stock and bond business was in no way increased by the visit.
Chan Foster delayed writing the Secretary till the last day, waiting for some news scoop, and then was obliged to write without the inspiration desired. At least Chan wrote, which puts him in a different class from those listed at the end of this column.
Dale Barker reports the high spot of a recent trip to Holyoke, Mass., was a visit with Eddie O'Shea, in which Eddie completely forgot poor business after he started talking of his eight-months-old daughter. Incidentally Dale reports he also tried to interview Pat Gear, but as the doctor was in the operating room, he could not be disturbed. Anyone connected with a gas company or a municipal water department should be on the lookout for Dale Barker, who is liable to drop in on you any day to insist that you cover the pipes with a new coating.
An especially interesting letter comes from Opie Horton of Flushing, N. Y., now in the short story writing business. Opie reports that this business has been absolutely unaffected by hard times. He says, "Am raising two brats of opposed sexes, no money in that yet, but may be good for a long pull, as investor Gish says." Opie would like to hear from Gabe Walker, who was last heard of in Albany, where he married his boss's daughter and later presented him a granddaughter.
W. I. Daniell as superintendent of the automotive equipment of the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, with headquarters at Green Bay, Wis., seems to have a very interesting job. At least the inspection of two hundred and fifty cars, trucks, and busses spread over twelve counties in that state has a strong appeal to Dan. Dan reports that Holbrook and Valentine of the class of 1916 are both located at Green Bay, and that this is the nearest to 1915 class news that he can produce.
Those earning special mention for the prize of noa-assistance to the Secretary in the month of January were Ralph Clark, Cobb Cobleigh, Joe Comstock, Zip Coon, Hal Corwin, Dexter Davis, String Downing, Hiker Doyle, George Dyke, Bob Fitts, and Tied Folan. Red has had enough experience so that he ought to appreciate fully the difficu'ties of news-getting. January letters sent out were thirty. FIFTEEN replied, making a percentage of 50, which is 23% improvement over the month previous. How about another increase this month! Letters are going to 30 more in a day or so, BUT why wait for your letter, just give us a bit of news you would like to pass on to the whole class, either of yourself or some other member.
To encourage the business world the Secretary can report that his class business is picking up. Every junk man in the country makes the same report. Whatever you have, we want it, except the measles!!
Secretary, Woodsville, N. H.
