Class of 1898
The Secretary, while on his vacation at Mt. Desert in August, took occasion to call on F. V. Bennis at his summer home in West Sullivan, Me., and found him recovering from a severe attack of the grip, but he is headed the right way and before he leaves Maine I believe will be in good shape.
On Friday, September 9, "Pete" Adams was in Boston and a group of '98 men sat down with him at a little luncheon at the Boston City Club. There were present Harry Goodall, Denis Crowley, "Buck" Chandler, Bob Marden, Bradley Rodgers, Ev Snow, and Phil Patey. In the afternoon Ev Snow kindly took Pete, Denis Crowley, and the Secretary out to see Dick Marcv and his wife at their beautiful home in Lincoln, where we spent a pleasant afternoon. The next day Pete left for New Bedford, where he was to sail for New York and then depart for his home in Pasadena, Calif. He has been in attendance this past week at the International Conference of Astronomers in Cambridge and prior to that had brought his staff on from Mt. Wilson Observatory to view the solar eclipse. Pete was the same genial, kindly gentleman with a love for every '98 man. We all know he is one of the most distinguished astronomers in the world.
On Tuesday, September 6, the Secretary took Harry W. Clark out to see Israel Aubey in Framingham, Mass., and we had a delightful visit, as Clark and Aubey had not seen each other since graduation.
Our president, Harry Goodall, had a remarkable escape from death when he fainted away in his automobile, which ran down one of the steepest hills in Newton, but was fortunately stopped by a stout hedge and a house. His escape, however, was a miracle, and I am glad to report that Harry was not seriously injured and is now in good health.
Clarence E. Sibley has been confined to his room with nervous exhaustion for the past month. It is the first serious sickness he has had. Here's hoping he will soon be himself again.
It is with sincere regret that I refer the class to the department of Necrology for two items therein. Harry Leroy Ford, who was a member of the class of '98 for our first year, passed away in Burlington, Vt., July 13. Judge Sherman R. Moulton writes: "Harry's death was a distinct loss to thecommunity, for he stood very high in therespect of everybody and lived a useful life.I have known him since boyhood and wentto school with him in Randolph before wewent to Dartmouth. He had done faithfulservice to the community in which helived, and had made a real place for himselfamong the leaders of the State of Vermont."
The death of Mrs. Harry Goodall is also noted there.
Israel Aubey is moving this month from one of the oldest houses in Framingham to one of the most beautiful residences in Framingham on the border of one of the numerous reservoirs under his care. Aubey and his wife are greatly rejoicing in the arrival of a lusty grandchild.
Charles Reuel Carter has been going through an anxious time, for his wife has been ill this suimmer, but we all hope with the coming of fall that her good health will be restored.
Ich Crane and his wife recently spent a pleasant visit at the former home of his wife in St. Johnsbury, Vt. In motoring down through North Haverhill he had a very pleasant call on Louis Kimball, Dartmouth '02.
Pete Adams tells me that Laurence Hewes has gained a very real place in the hearts of the Far West by reason of the fine roads that he has built in that section.
Dr. Frederic P. Lord and wife are spending a sabbatical year in Europe.
Sherman Roberts Moulton spent a pleasant holiday in England and on the Continent.
The Secretary in June met Harrison Nichols' sister in St. Johnsbury, Vt. She resides in Washington, D. C., and said that our classmate was well and enjoying life.
Bradley C. Rodgers started work in the Mechanic Arts High School in Boston, where he has been for many years, his strength renewed by a pleasant vacation and with prospects bright for the new year.
Melvin W. Smith motored East this summer, coming as far as Worcester and then journeying up through the White Mountains before leaving for Chicago.
Ev Snow spent a very happy summer with his wife and two daughters in a cottage at Nantasket Beach. The weeks spent by the ocean have greatly benefited them all.
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Secretary, 57 Grove Hill Ave., Newtonville, Mass.
