1899

"Faces we see, voices we hear Grow with the passing time more dear Twixt man and man now meeting here Greetings affectionate, sincere Honor and more our fiftieth year."

This verse was written and sent by K. Beal and read at that hardy perennial and the Semi-Centennial '99 Roundup which was held on the unvarying first Saturday in March (this year the 4th) at the University Club in Boston. It had special significance this year because it was the 50th. The program was about the same as always. The faithful, stalwart die-hards came in the late afternoon and were warmly greeted, as always, as they arrived. All those present have been accustomed to attend the Roundup through the years and having seen them last year and, all except two, at Hanover in June, there appeared to be little change in their appearance. Nineteen were present, including two sons. They were: Allen, Clark, Dearborn, Donahue, Fuller, Gannon, Hawkes,Hoban, Huckins, Irving, Parker, Rogers,Storrs, Surrey, Watson, Whittier, Winchester, Jack Donahue, son of the Judge, Mark Fuller, son of Montie.

At 6:30 the customary green candle was lit and glowed undimmed until the last departure. The Secretary, who presided, read letters received from ISeal, Bonney, Cushman,Ford, Gerould, Hartley, Heywood, Rounds,Sanborn, Skinner, Smith, Staley and Wardle. He remarked that changes in the usual program had been suggested, including invitations to contemporaries in other classes but it was decided that the class intimacy that had always characterized the Roundup should be maintained. Therefore this Roundup was like a family supper with all remaining seated and taking part in a general conversation in which every one had something to say.

Montie Fuller said grace and later related some college day reminiscences, Dave Parker discussed the famous Dr. Sander case then at the peak of the court trial at Manchester, N. H. Charlie Donahue was content to smile and feel happy that he had attended every Roundup, with possibly one exception. George Clark said he guessed he had missed only two or three and Hobe allowed he had rarely missed and so it was with some of the others. Hobe was interested in certain legal aspects of the Sander case and after some discussion between him and Dave it was decided to let the New Hampshire court settle the matter. Others told about their current activities and of the present condition of some members who are in feeble health.

All in all, it was an evening of very pleasant relaxation. George Clark thoughtfully had post cards typed, signed by all present and mailed to absent classmates.

The Boston Sunday Globe, the following day, had an account of the Roundup including the names of all those present. On the following Monday the Boston Herald had a picture of some of those attending, including our minister. Group pictures were taken by P. Winchester.

Desire was expressed that the informal June meeting of class members, their families and friends at Swampscott be resumed this year. Notice of this will be sent later.

April birthday felicitations to Oakes, Rogers, Rounds and Tootell.

Lute and Mrs. Oakes were in New York in February. Lute came to attend the annual dinner of the Moles at the Waldorf Astoria February 9 when former President Herbert Hoover received the 10th annual award to a non-member for engineering achievements. Lute was the recipient of this award last year.

In February Peddy Miller received a telegram from Syngman Rhee, President of Korea, stating that he was sending a citation for Peddy to be given at the Embassy in Washington. Since he was unable to go, wife Bessie and daughter Gustova received the citation for him. While they were absent, alas, Peddy fell and broke his hip, another infirmity burden which all his classmates greatly regret.

Accident to another member. While crossing Nassau Street, the main street at Princeton, and with the lights all in his favor, Jerry was knocked over by a carelessly driven motor car. Four of his ribs were broken, from which he was gradually recovering at the time of the Roundup.

Has anyone found Baldwin yet? Please keep on looking and please send the Secretary some news.

FOR FIFTY YEARS WITHOUT A BREAK the Class of 1899 has held an Annual Roundup on the first Saturday in March. This year the 50th gathering, at the University Club, Boston, was attended by (I to r) front row: Watson, Rogers, Whittier, Donahue, Gannon, Fuller, Dearborn; back row: Surrey, Huckins, Storrs, Hoban, Parker, Mark Fuller, Winchester, Hawkes, Jack Donahue, Allen, Irving and Clark.

Secretary, The New York Times 229 West 43rd St., New York 18, N. Y. Treasurer, 11 Park View Drive, Worcester 5, Mass. Class Agent, 659 Allen St., Syracuse 10, N. Y.