Class of 1905
Fred Chase and part of his family enjoyed a brief vacation in Florida in the latter part of March and fore part of April. Says he had lots of hot weather and some time to play with his family.
Father John B. Harney, a friend and associate of Father Owen A. McGrath, has forwarded a copy of a letter from' the bishop of Charlottetown, P. E. I„ in which the writer compliments our classmate very highly. Among other things, he says: "Wefeel, as I tried to tell the congregation lastevening, that a saint has died among usand that what we all look upon as a tragedyhas been the greatest missionary sermonever preached amongst us."
Jim Mulally appeared before the Interstate Commerce Commission in February in behalf of all of the carriers interested in the complaint of the Northwest grain shippers in respect to what the letter claimed to be unreasonable demurrage and reconsigning charges assessed against grain subject to inspection at Minneapolis-Duluth markets. And the CorporationJournal reports the Minnesota Supreme Court's decision in the case of Gloeser v. Dollar S. S. Lines, Inc., 256 N. W. 666, in which our Jim was the successful attorney for the appellant. Jim will tell us more about these and other matters when we see him at our Thirtieth. He's bringing his wife and two children.
The Boston Herald of Sunday, March 10, carried an interesting story about Mrs. Maude Harding and her success in conducting a creative writing course at the Boston University School of Education. The title of the Article is: "They Actually Sell Their 'Stuff'—These Writers at B. U." Mrs. Harding is also head of the English department of the Woodward school on Marlboro St., Boston.
A clipping from the Boston Herald of April 14, evidently an editorial, compliments the board of finance of Fall River, of which our own Joe Wallace has been a member for several years. "A few years agothe city was on the verge of bankruptcy.Today it is a going concern." After giving details of the work and results, the article says of the board: "They have done a moreor less thankless and often hateful job inan admirable way. The residents of FallRiver should, therefore, be deeply gratefulto them."
We extend our sympathy to Dr. Samuel H. Wilkins Jr., whose father died recently. C. C. Hills reported a month ago that he had just had a pleasant visit with our Sam, who looked well, was as spry as ever, and was planning to attend the reunion with his wife and daughter.
G. Roscoe Ricker of Dallas, Texas, may be a runner-up for Sliver Hatch for the long distance ribbon at the reunion. He is not quite sure but is planning. Remember how young he looked (and was) at the 25th? He tells of his Commandery drill team, outdoor Easter sunrise service, etc.
Wallace L. Sampson writes that he has been living in Somerset, Mass., since his marriage to Arline Simmons ten years ago. The news of his marriage is news to us and to his folder in our files, though it may be old stuff to them. He says: "I do not get toany Dartmouth doings, except a footballgame, but I am always glad to receive classnews."
Ed Richardson writes from Milano, Italy: "We are returning to the Stalessometime in May, and there is a possibility that we may be in Hanover for thereunion. That will be a real pleasure forboth of us. Address me in care of mybrother, F. E. Richardson, 35 Cushing St.,Dover, N. H."
PLANNING ON REUNION
Sliver Hatch, of Honduras, C. A., thinks he can make it, and we all hope he will. Says that Josephine graduates from Beverly, Mass., High in June and enters Boston U. in the fall. Dolly is in Junior High in Beverly, and Fletcher fr. is still at Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Ga. Silver sends a kodak of himself and others on the golf course at Tela. "I shot 163 for 56 holes in a littleneighborhood tournament, Sunday. Notbad for an old man, although I will admitI'm no Bobby Jones."
Ned Estes, Robert College, Istanbul, writes: "I am leaving for the U. S. A. assoon after Commencement here as I canfind a good boat, which will be, I hope,around June i7. My mother and my sonCharles (15) will go with me as far as■Greece, where we shall spend a week or ten■days seeing Athens, Delphi, Olympia,Corinth, and as much else as time permits.Then they will return to the home on theBosphorus, while I shall hurry home to bewith my daughter, now a freshman atOberlin, for a couple of months. Unfortunately our Commencement here is toolate to get home in time for our classreunion, and I am much disappointed. It's•out of the question for me to leave early.However, I shall hope to see as many ofyou old friends as possible during the summer."
John Laing, Portland, Ore., reports that his son John, who entered Dartmouth last fall, and was making some progress in a minor way with the dramatic and musical organizations, developed a mild case of pneumonia. So, under his doctor's advice, John went home and then to Southern California to dry out his sinuses in the desert air. He entered Pomona College at Claremont in January and now enjoys excellent health. He may return to Dartmouth later. James, after a three-year term m the Navy, at Pearl Harbor, remained in Honolulu and was married there in December '33 to Miss Doris Beal. He is still working in Honolulu, but they hope to return to the Pacific Coast when business conditions are more favorable.
Percy Noel reports that his son Henry is a "writer and Japanologist" and is living in Tokyo. "Myself have become anauthority (in the best sense of the word!)on French wines, while contributing 1000—or more—articles on this subject to Britishand American magazines and newspapers.Besides, international politics, opera, radiobroadcasting, and other things I enjoy takeup lots of my time. The news from homemakes me ask myself if my compatriotshave all gone mad, but I am sure that theNew Hampshire hills are just as wise asever." (The word looks like "wives," but think he means it for "wines."-Ed.)
More errata: It was not George Stevens who played the banjo, but his brother Charles, and he sure was good. George thanks me for the compliment just the same. George's wife has just returned from a West Indies cruise. Says he would make a triple effort to attend the reunion if he knew that Harry Smith were to be there. And Harry writes that it is quite possible he will be with us.
Rufus Day has changed his business address to 55th floor, R. C. A. Building. "Drop up when you have a chance. Samegoes for other 'o;ers." Emerson Day is a first year student at Harvard Medical School, and Caroline is a freshman at Smith. Don't forget that Rufus is to preside at the Alumni Dinner.
Jane Clara Piatt was born Feb. 12, 1910, instead of 1920, as in our 1928 report. She married Allen H. Adams on Aug. 30, 1930, and they have a daughter, June Claire, born Aug. 29, 1931. We may see this granddaughter at the reunion.
Tubby Besse wrote March 21: "TheDartmouth dinner at the Commodorabrought out the old reliables, Conley,Knibbs, Wilmot, Ed Gilbert, Emery, andthe writer, to bask in the sunlight right under the speakers' table. The crowd gatheredearly at the Dartmouth Club, and our gangwalked to the Murray Hill Hotel grill fora couple of highballs before dinner. Wecould not fill our table, and as '04 was inthe same fix, they consented to join us, sowe had Coleman, McKennis and Streeterwith us. Happy was in his best form andspoke of the ideals of the College, also compared the freedom of the endowed collegeas against the state university, and he lefthis unabridged Webster at home andworked only from a pocket edition, allowing us to give close attention to histhought, rather than leaving us grasping athis words. A good time was had by all." (Cannot place "Coleman," unless he means "Callman." Ed.)
Tubby also reports that Hubert R. Dunn can be reached by addressing him in care of his brother, Charles W. Dunn, 608 Fifth Ave., New York.
Bill Knibbs says: "I sincerely hope thatthe 1915 reunion can be made to be thebiggest and best that we have ever had.When I figure that we fellows met up some34 or 35 years ago, and very nearly all ofus have passed-the middle mark, it may bepretty hard for a lot of us to show up forthe 30th." Bill is helping to work up enthusiasm.
In April, Mr. and Mrs. George Proctor and daughter, Betty, enjoyed a motor trip to Washington, Hot Springs, and White Sulphur Springs.
C. C. Hills is doing some special work for the New England Mutual Life Ins. Co. and is located day times on the 9th floor at 178 Tremont St., Boston. We understand, vaguely, that Mrs. Hills is keeping her eye on him, and that he is in good condition, mentally, physically, and, to a degree, morally. Also that he is helping with reunion plans. In between times, he is busy with his work as our class agent. If you have not yet responded to his appeal and that of the College, sit down right now and send in your check or pledge. June 30 is the dead line.
A BUSY FAMILY
Wyman Vaughan, now at Deerfield Academy, enters Dartmouth this fall. James enters Deerfield in the fall, Katherine is at Northrup Collegiate and Richard at Blake School, Minneapolis. We'll see the old man June 15.
Ira Newick reports a new address: 64 Bluff Ave., Edgewood, R. I. Wonder if this is a suburb of Providence and if he is engaged in some new business there? Better find out.
Gib Fall sends regrets, unfortunately. "Iwish I could be with you fellows in June,but it comes at a time which makes it impossible. I have to be in Hanover the lastof June for a meeting of headmasters. HowI wish I could combine the two!"
The report of the death of John B. Whittier on February 4 came as a distinct shock to the members of our class. We will miss him at the reunion.
The response to the request for contributions to the Fred Priest burial expense fund has been splendid and most gratifying. Members of our class have already contributed enough to meet the expense incurred to date, and Art Rotch '08 has gathered in $60 from a few of Fred's friends in 'OB and other classes. This, with other contributions sure to come in, will make possible the erection of a suitable headstone over the final resting place of the mortal remains of our classmate and friend.
Ten days after reading this we will be visiting together in Hanover. Judging from the pink slips returned to the Secretary and from general hunches, we are to have a good attendance of men, women, and children. Of course it is too early on this May 5 to give any specific numbers, but it is clear that we are to have a wonderful opportunity to get together and revive old friendships. It is not too late to get a reserved seat, nor will it be until the very last day.
And now your Secretary passes out of the picture and joins the illustrious group of Past Secretaries. There has been a certain joy in the grinding out of this column and there have been other compensations for the time and effort. But the sidelines look good and it will be fun to sit there once more. On leaving this post, I make two promises, born of my five years' experience: I will subscribe for the MAGAZINE every year, and I will reply to my secretary by return mail, every time he writes. Success to my successor!
Secretary, 45 East Main St., Malone, N. Y.
