1908
This semester opens with a sad note. We've lost our parson. Bill English died in Boston on July 22. He had had a serious operation this spring from which he was apparently recovering, but it wasn't enough. Those of us who were at our 45th will remember the moving memorial service which Bill conducted in the Chapel. He was a man of considerable accomplishment in his chosen work, as will appear in another column. He was, no doubt, one of the few ministers who drove a Cadillac - the gift of his parishioners. He was one of the usual attendants at the annual Dartmouth dinner in Boston. Everyone of us knew him and will miss him. Well, he has now left the detour from which everybody starts and is now on the big main road. God be with him.
Let's start another note — the annual spring gathering in Hanover at Commencement time. The action was not stirring but was very satisfying, consisting of sitting, visiting, singing and on proper occasion, eating and drinking — that is, of course, with meals. "A pleasant time was had by all." Those who walked in single file were Messrs. Rogers, Knox, Harriman, Treadway, Ralph Hazen and Squier. And we were doubly pleased to have with us Mrs. George Bain. Mustn't forget String Hale, saved for special mention because his car bears the New Hampshire license 1908. Those who came double were Mike and AnnisStearns, Art and Serena Rotch, Percy andMable Gleason, Wink and Dorothy Fiske, Artand Pauline O'Shea, Fred and Jessie Munkelt,Bert and Mrs. Thwing and Luey and Christine Amidon. A fine bunch of '07ers were right next to us and added to the fun. Come up and see us some time.
Lee and Gladys Marshall have been touring Europe the past summer, being personally chauffeured by their son George who had a month leave from his army duties. A postcard received of the Matterhorn was not only beautiful but indicated that Lee was completely relaxed, as who wouldn't be.
Speaking of touring, listen to this un from Art Sides. He left August 2 on the S.S. President Monroe for one of those famous 'round the world cruises. He sent his itinerary but as it is a page long, we can't use it all. Suffice it to say that his visit will include every country I've heard of and many that I haven't. As you receive this MAGAZINE, he will have just flown into Delhi, India. I should have said that he started his tour by flying to Hawaii. Art returns, if on schedule, November 7, in time, he writes, for the Princeton game. But he regrets that he will miss the Yale defeat by Dartmouth.
Emily Wheeldon sends information of a Dartmouth succession in her family that must be something of a record. Listen to her tell it: "My grandson, Kendall Holsworth, was born June 10. Besides the honor of being an '08 grandson of Albert Wheeldon, his father, Donald Holsworth, was Dartmouth '46 and his uncle Charles '42. His great uncle graduated in 1905 and his great grandfather in 1877." From the looks of that record, I'll bet it would be even larger if some of the intervening family hadn't been girls. Yes, Kendall is a Dartmouth Indian.
Ralph Currier writes that he now has 14½ grandchildren. Will some one page Art Wyman to get the latest score in that quarter.
As you all no doubt know, John Hinman is now doing post graduate work at the International Paper Company. He has graduated from the office of president and is now chairman of the board. Well, there's still emeritus, John.
Speaking of String Hale, a recent issue of a forestry magazine contains a whole page recording 35 years of his service, upon his recent retirement from the New Hampshire Forestry Service. A cut is shown showing String receiving a plaque from Governor Gregg, who is saying, "Our state parks and our prolific forests; our outstanding fire protection system, stand as memorials to your boundless energy, unflagging interest and devoted service." Next to String stands Harry Rogers as State chairman, to catch the plaque if it should be dropped. Nice little Dartmouth gathering.
A long letter from Bob Blandpied - via Park Stickney - tells that he has concluded his teaching career but could be wheedled into part-time teaching in some sunny spot in Florida. Bob says that he would go nuts doing nothing, but would be glad to spend the time calling on Dartmouth classmates in Florida. He hopes to go to Vero Beach next winter at class time. We'd be glad to see you, Bob.
Typical of what Bob could be doing in Florida, just look at this picture of three good '08ers taken at Ev Marsh's place in Clearwater last February. No legend should be necessary, but if it is, these three young men are named Badger, Marsh and Hinman.
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IN FLORIDA '08ers (l to r) Tat Badger, EvMarsh and John Hinman visit at Ev's placein Clearwater.
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