1904
Hayward and Mrs. Rolfe spent the summer in Europe, travelling through Spain, France, Switzerland, Germany and England. They returned to America on the Mauretania and were joined by King Woodbridge homeward bound.
We had hoped to have Jig Leverone with us at our 1904 reunion in Boston October 22, but a letter from his secretary said Jig and Mrs. Leverone had left for Europe and were travelling to Turkey, Greece, Spain, Italy, France, Germany and England. They will be back home about November 15.
Hardly had the Rolfes returned home when Pen and Mrs. Mower set sail for Europe. The Boston Herald featured their departure.
Carol and Edna, the capricious gals from Bermuda, did quite a bit of property damage to our retired brethren along the New England coast, as reported by the Edgerlys, Maynards, Woods, Andrews, and Robinsons. However, the latch strings will be out next summer.
The Boston Sunday Post of September 26 had a two-column write-up of Carl Woods, featuring Carl and his work as President of the Massachusetts Business Development Corporation. Carl is giving his time and mind to this effort, to bolster industry in Massachusetts.
Jimmie and Fannie Walker celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary August 14. All of their five children and thirteen grandchildren sat down to a family dinner. The Secretary's telegram from the Class congratulating the Walkers arrived a bit late, but nevertheless has added pleasure to the happy event.
Bascom Brayton is back in winter quarters at the home of his daughter, 2524 Overton Road, Dallas, Texas. Bascom made leisurely stops on his way to the Dakotas after the Reunion in June, which gave him an opportunity to visit relatives and friends. Bascom celebrated his 79th birthday September 11. To the oldest and one of the wisest and most beloved members of 1904, the Class sends to him greetings and best wishes.
Dave and Mildred Ford write that they are in the midst of getting their daughter Priscilla off to Japan to join her husband, who is stationed in the Pacific, on duty for the Army. Mildred reports Dave is in fine health.
Here are a couple of changes in addresses for you to make: Jack Sanderson now resides at 226 S. Rosalind, Orlando, Fla.; a letter from Harry Chase states he and Mrs. Chase plan to move to Florida, where their present address is 986 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota.
Ned Bartlett and family plan to go into winter quarters about October 10 at their lovely home in Sarasota, Fla. Ned had a few days' lay-off at the hospital during the summer, for a slight facial operation, which has left him greatly improved.
Whit and Vilda Whittemore from Washington send greetings and regrets that they cannot be at the October 22 Round-up. They are planning to spend a few weeks in Florida this winter - looking forward to the 55th Reunion in 19150.
Nice letter from Roscoe and MargaretSmith, Oroville, Wash. They spent the summer on their houseboat on Puget Sound and now are returned home for the winter.
The following men have birthdays in November. You might surprise them by sending greetings.... Johnnie Mathes, November 1; Fred R. Poor, 14; Sid Rollins, 25; Kid Vail, 30. For addresses, refer to your 50th Reunion Class Directory.
Squid Lampee had a birthday, September 28. He received a flood of good-will messages and greetings from scores of classmates, a telephone call from Hat Hardy from Seattle and a telegram from Spike Sanborn, from St. Paul. No man in 1904 deserves more of our thanks and affection than does Squid. Our best wishes go to him and to all his loved ones.
Major Sharpie of El Monte, Calif., reports he just returned from a six-weeks' trip in the California mountains. The Secretary suspects the Major has been out with a Geiger, searching for uranium. He sent greetings to the Class.
Tinker Gale writes from his lofty perch, "The Eagle Mountain House," that this is the time of year to be in the White Mountains, especially in the Jackson, N. H., area. Having sampled his hospitality, the excellent fishing in his private pond and a four-mile stretch of river, played golf on his beautiful course, and sampled food and scenery, the Secretary agrees that Tinker's place offers one of the most delightful spots for a visit.
Recently the Secretary received a fine letter from our old classmate, Clarence Gormly, Flagler Boulevard, Kendall, Fla., expressing hisregrets at his inability to attend the 50th Reunion and the Class Round-up at the Algonquin Club in Boston, October 22. Mrs. Gormly has not been well for a long time. The Class sends its best wishes to both through this column.
Editor's note: Members of '04 will be pleased but not surprised at the honor given their Secretary on Dartmouth Night by the Berkshire County Dartmouth Club. Fifty strong, they gave him a dinner, observing his twenty years of service to the Club, at the Williams Inn, and presented him with a watch and scroll.
Secretary, 100 North St., Pittsfield, Mass.
Treasurer, Morristown, N. J.
Bequest Chairman,
