1924
Memorial Fund Chairman, RICHARD A. HENRY 151 Ridgedale Ave., Madison, N. J.
And a Happy New Year to you all! Now that the holidays are successfully behind us, and the Old Man is coping, with more or less success, with the bills that St. Nick carelessly overlooked, it is time to "take stock" and get squared away for the activities which lie ahead in 1951. At this moment your Secretary is particularly grateful for the abundance of news at hand. Apparently the boys became imbued with the holiday spirit and decided to cooperate with Santa to the extent of cramm ing our rather ample stocking with sparkling news items from all over the country. No gift could have been more appreciated, and we can hardly wait to share it with you.
Peeking out of the top is a little item in further regard to Dick Henry and his golfing prowess. You will recall that we mentioned Dick's play in the National Amateur in our column last month. In a recent issue of TheBulletin, it was mentioned that Clark Weymouth '54 was the first frosh in many a year to win the College golf championship. This paper was hardly on the streets when some bright reader, possibly of '24, immediately pointed out to Editor George Colton that in the good old days in the fall of 1920, both finalists were freshmen, and that one TedLearnard '24 defeated Dick Henry '24 in a tight match that carried to the 18th green. Only one freshman in the finals? The boys are slipping!
The next little package comes neatly wrapped, and bears a New York label. On opening it we learn that during the fall Albert Brown, advertising expert and vice president of Best Foods, Inc., was elected as Chairman of the Board of the Association of National Advertisers. This is a position of considerable responsibility and influence, and indicates the high regard in which Al is held by his fellow executives in the national advertising field.
In this same package we also learn that Sumner J. Robinson, general sales manager of the Bigelow-Sanford Carpet Cos., Inc., has been elected a director of A. G. Spalding & Bros. This is a rather interesting tie-up that we haven't quite figured out, but it's nice to know that whether you want a putter for practice during the winter months, or a new carpet to do your putting on, Robbie is the boy to see. He may be reached at 77 Park Avenue, New York 16, N. Y.
While we are on the general subject of elections and new responsibilities, it is a pleasure to report that Dave Solly, treasurer of the Aetna Fire Insurance Company, was recently elected a member of the board of directors of the State Savings Bank in Hartford, Conn. Our congratulations to all three men, who, by their election, are being accorded well-deserved recognition by their associates.
Rather later than usual it is a pleasure to list the sons of 1924 who are in College this year. Our progeny now on campus number 37, a slight decrease from last year, but a goodly number for all that. Here's the list of Who's Whose:
Father
Prentiss Gallup Kip Higley
Al Anderson Ives Atherton Howard Bissell Wes Blake Chick Geilich Kip Higley Evan Lyon Fred Maguire Harr Ranney Ed Winsor
Rollie Barker Ken Davis Alex Haskell Otis Jackson Win Sturtevant Rollie Taylor
Putty Blodgett Bill Buchanon Howard Clark Rudolf Haerle Les Haws Frank Jetter George Kenney Ted Learnard Sumner Robinson Jack Rogers Phil Van Huyck Jim Wheaton
Doc Christophe Dave Dyche Frank Harrington Evan Lyon Robin Robinson Carlton Simonds Jim White
Son
Class of 1949 John G. Gallup Richard G. Higley
Class of 1951
Albert E. Anderson Selwyn X. Atherton George S. Bissell Weston Blake Jr. Charles M. Geilich. John Higley Robert J. Lyon Robert A. Maguire Fredrik J. Ranney Edward S. Winsor
Class of 1952
Roland Barker Jr. Alan C. Davis Alex C. Haskell Jr. Andrew H. Jackson Brewster Sturtevant Paul C. Taylor
Class of 1953
Putnam W. Blodgett Charles B. Buchanon Howard E. Clark Jr. Rudolf K. Haerle Jr. Charles H. Haws Robert L. Jetter George B. Kenney Jr. Henry H. Learnard II Kent C. Robinson John P. Rogers Jr. John A. Van Huyck James W. Wheaton
Class of 1954
Philip A. Christophe David B. Dyche Jr. Thomas B. Harrington David B. Lyon Peter Robinson Donald M. Simonds William H. White
In connection with the above list, it is interesting to note that this year, Evan Lyon joins Kip Higley as the proud father of two sons in College at the same time. They are to be congratulated, not only on having two sons at Dartmouth, but on their financial ability to keep them there. It has recently been announced that Robert A. Maguire, Fred's son, has been nominated as one of six members of the Senior class as candidates for a Rhodes Scholarship. While this is but the first step in the competition for the coveted scholarships, it is a signal honor for Bob, and we of the Class can share with Fred a sense of pride in his son's achievement. While the connection is not quite so close, James H. Wheatley, a nephew of Pete Wheatley, was another of the six nominees. Our congratulations and best wishes to them both.
While we are on the subject of sons in College, it seems apropos to mention the annual Father and Son Dinner. This delightful custom was started a few years back and has been growing in interest every year. JimWhite has accepted the Chairmanship of the affair this year, and under his active guidance we may anticipate an outstanding party. The date has not been definitely decided upon as yet, but presumably it will be held early in March. Jim will be in touch with all those interested in ample time for you to make the necessary arrangements, but in the meantime, keep your calendar clear. There is nothing quite so satisfying as a week-end spent with your boy, in the midst of scenes you both love so well. It is a thrilling experience, and one which no father will willingly want to miss. Save the date and plan to be with us if you possibly can. You will never regret it.
It has been your Secretary's good fortune to travel northward on several occasions during the past fall. On these trips we have had the opportunity to renew our acquaintance with the Arthur Adams' who are living in Meriden, N. H. Art is Dean of boys at Kimball Union Academy, and teaches History and American Problems. Art and his charming wife have been an important part of the life of the Academy for a number of years, and are doing a grand job with the boys who are fortunate enough to come under their influence. Art's daughter Polly, 18, attends the Pan American Secretarial School in Richmond, Va., while his son Fred is now in Junior High, on his way to Dartmouth via K.U.A. The Adams', like many New Engenders, spend their summers on Cape Cod, where they have a cottage at Sagamore Beach. Not content to while away the summer in idleness, the Adams' conduct a day camp for boys and girls. It has been grand to meet these friends again, and we look forward to our next visit to Hanover and its environs.
Speaking of Hanover, our Campus Correspondent sends us what he terms a "superquickie" reporting on his observations over the Fall House Party, or Columbia game, week end. At the game, the Ken Davis" were seen, and Putty Blodgett was also observed, trying to squeeze his car into one of Hanover's limited parking spaces. On Sunday the Frank Jetters, the Les Sycamores and the Chinee Aliens were all noted in attendance at the White Church. We are also advised that Mr. & Mrs. Earl C. Daum of Melbourne, Australia, had stopped at the Hanover Inn the previous week. For one reason or another the boys all seem to find their way back to Hanover, and it is good to know of their visits. May there be more of them.
Before closing the lid on the old Corona, we would call your attention to two items of unfinished business. George Anderson reports a brisk business in the collection of Class dues for the current year, and we are particularly happy to learn that dues have been received from several who have omitted them in the past. This is a wonderful sign of awakening interest and we are grateful for it. There is still lots of room for improvement. If you haven't taken care of this little detail as yet, George would be glad to hear from you. And, while you are writing your check, give a thought to our 1924 Memorial Book Fund. Here, too, the response has been excellent, but we still have quite a way to go before we get that Si, 100 which is needed to purchase a Memorial Book for every one of our deceased Classmates. Everyone we have talked with approves the plan, and it will be wonderful if we can carry it through. If you would like to help, draw your check to 1924 Memorial Book Fund, and mail it to your Secretary. It's just as simple as that. Thanks a lot. See you later.
Secretary, 328 Orchard PL, Ridgewood, N. J.
Treasurer, 1312 Greenleaf Blvd., Elkhart, Ind.
