Chicago Association

Friday, February 9, was the day set for the fifty-ninth annual dinner of the Dartmouth Alumni Association of Chicago. Approximately two hundred men, the greatest crowd since 1928, gathered at the Interfraternity Club to say farewell to an old friend, Craven Laycock. President Sam Banning did an excellent job as toastmaster. The Leverone boys, Louis and Nat (not Nate), did themselves proud in an oratorical way, as did Henry Hilton, who gave a few words about the late Prof. Lingley. The Chicago group is indeed fortunate in having such men as the Leverones and Henry, who, in spite of their tremendous financial and social responsibilities, place the Dartmouth cause far ahead of other matters. After splendid talks by these men, the Dean delivered his farewell talk to the Chicago Association. It is needless to say that his sincere message was received most enthusiastically by a group of men who see the Dean as the personification of the great Dartmouth spirit. We hope that he will be able to join us again in the near future as a true friend of our group.

Following the speeches, Sam Banning turned the control of the association over to the new regime, which was voted on during the dinner. George Traver '24 was elected president, with Tracy Kohl '19 as vice-president, Dick Gunthorp '26 as treasurer, and John Goodwillie" '31 as secretary. Ben George '84 and Bill Embree '21 were named on the executive committee. May they be able to carry on as successfully and efficiently as the past year's directorate! So much for the annual banquet.

The Association was treated to a humorous history lesson as taught by Jack Childs '09, the editor of our world-famous "Diddings." He claims that he got the idea from the late Major Redington, but it is certain that his illustrations and expressions were original. So enjoyable was his first talk that he was called back the following Wednesday for an encore. Jack was amongst those mentioned at the banquet who have been active in building up our present association. He rightly deserves, this praise, not only for his past work but also for his present contributions, which take the form of the above-mentioned "Diddings" and an active participation in all the affairs of the group.

February 21 has been set aside as the day on which the Chicago Association will meet and entertain Red Blaik. Paul Loudon '14, member of the Council, will introduce Blaik at the regular weekly luncheon. From all reports, it looks as though a record- breaking crowd will turn out for this event.

Secretary.