1934's Happy 21 st
WELL we all took a long look down Memory Lane with Jeff Jackson and we loved what we saw. It wouldn't be right to put your Secretary on the spot and select the best memories of the beautiful 1954 wives who were there but let me recount some of the other events. This is for the record of those who were present and for the envy of those who were unable to attend.
Jerry and Sarah Danzig were kind enough to transport your correspondent to the scene of the activities. After bidding a fond farewell to their son Jerome the gnome, we set our sights for the Hanover hills. We missed alternate route 5 and thus arrived after the cocktail party on the Inn lawn. We could have used Ed Brown's map to Interlaken and those signs every 50 feet. We were in time, however, for the buffet supper and grabbed a seat with Moe and Lois Frankel, Bernice and Jim Wendell, Em and Ruth Day and Hope and Babe Shea. Also at the table were Jimmy Wendell and Debbie Frankel who were inseparable for the rest of the reunion.
Like the rest of you we went to the President's Reception in the garden, memorable because of the fine weather and glorious setting. We shook hands with the President and Mrs. Dickey and Sid and Mrs. Hayward. Also stopped to chat with Red Rolfe.
We returned to the Tent and did not use our tickets to the Alumni Reunion Dance because of being a bachelor for the weekend. In the Tent until 3:00 o'clock in the morning chatting and listening to music which somehow or other seemed better than any that could have been provided at the Reunion Dance. Jack Gilbert, Bob Ford and the omnipresent Bill Scherman provided most of the rhythm accompanied by two bass fiddles, but like the proberbial baseball story, we do not remember who was on first or second, since they were not members of the Class of '34. Don Crowther was seen discussing the present hockey situation at Dartmouth with JimWalter. Don has added some weight through the years but Jim is as lean as Canadian bacon.
Saturday we had breakfast at the Inn. At 10:30 attended the class picture and received instructions to proceed to Silsby Hall for the class meeting. Marty Dwyer as Alumni Chairman introduced Bill Scherman, John Foley,Jack Gilbert and Jim Wendell, each of whom gave their reports. John Foley's was so good that it will be used in a subsequent column for your enjoyment and instruction.
Marty Dwyer reported that the class had received a signal honor in that Orvi Dryfoos had been notified by President Dickey the previous night that he was elected a member of the Alumni Council. Congratulations to you Orv! A telegram was received from Bloody Basin Bill Gilmore, delayed by Texas weather. How about that? Alan Hewitt's letter regretting his inability to be present was read, and Joan Marks' letter thrilled us with Al's great recovery and his affection for the College. Dartmouth is proud of you. Get well so we can see you at the football games this fall.
At 12:30 we trouped to the college luncheon which was held on the gym lawn. Your correspondent took the instructions literally and listened to Nelson A. Rockefeller of the Class of '30 who presided and the other speakers, from the lawn, rather than proceeding to the top floor of the Alumni Gym. Having entered the gym with Ed Davis it was found just as hot as when we were taking finals, so retired to the shade of the elms in front. In spite of the 105 members of the class, 86 wives and 73 children at reunion, '34 was unable to win the cup for best attendance.
After the college luncheon, drove to Interlaken, which is 21.6 miles from the Hanover postoffice. Marty Dwyer reminded us that Interlaken was the town where the Dawson sisters used to live. It appeared, in passing through, that it hadn't changed much in 21 years although we did not catch sight of the sisters.
By the time we arrived at the lake all of the children and a good 25% of the adults were in swimming, the other 75% partaking of liquid refreshments in order to keep cool. One noted with surprise that Jim Ballard still knew his way around in the water, also how becoming Bermuda shorts were to Nick Nanos and his son Dickie, and to Harry Gilmore, Breck DeRiemer and Bill Barnet.
At 6:30 the class banquet began with delicious food supplied by the ladies Methodist Group under the direction of Charles Dudley of the Class of '29. After dinner Jerry Danzig raffled off the gifts donated by various members of the class. We cannot remember all of the donors (a) because Jerry couldn't read your correspondent's handwriting and (b) because the notes were lost, but we distinctly remember bottles and bottles of liquor donated by Art Leonard; skirts and gowns by Dick Houck; shirts by George Copp and HarryWallace; first-aid kit by Stan Smoyer; 1 dozen Spode dessert plates by Bill Craig; a traveling steam iron by John Foley; Westinghouse steam iron by Bob Ford; cuff links and jewelry sets and bracelets by the dozens donated by Art Reinherz; a rear view mirror by JeffJackson and the choice of a live pig, monkey or deodorized skunk by Bob Engelman. As of a late date, Marty Dwyer who held the winning ticket, was undecided as to his selection. The piece de resistance (recent French influence derived from your Secretary's trip to Paris) were the Cadillac cars donated by NelsKrogslund. The keys to the cars did not open the doors but everyone present craved one for the children. Len Harrison had pleased the younger set by presenting cartons of bubble gum and Marty Dwyer had already placed a bottle of bromo seltzer in front of each dormitory door, but nobody seemed to be in need of same. Again we apologize for the failure to remember other donors but the raffle was a huge success and will become a part of our future 1934 reunions.
It was announced that Gus Gussenhoven had come the longest distance to attend the reunion, having flown in from Mexico City. However, Dave and Ethelyn Hedges and their sons David and Danny deserve honorable mention having driven from Houston, and the same should go to Bob and Chee Terhune from Dallas; also credit the Chicago delegation which certainly had the highest percentage of those attending. The telegrams (courtesy of Western Union, Gail Raphael, BillScherman and others) from absent classmates and worthy dignitaries were read and cheered. Marty Dwyer apologized for the absence of Joy. It appears that every time Marty is reunion chairman Joy becomes pregnant. There must be some connection which Kinsey hasn't reported.
Announcement was made of the selection of your Secretary and of Bill Wilson as Treasurer. The Executive Committee will shortly divulge their choice of the Alumni Fund Chairman for the year 1956.
The guest speaker, Prof. Allen Foley, was then introduced by Jeff Jackson. Jeff was Sid Caesar, Wally Cox, Jerry Lewis and our personal favorite Joe E. Lewis all rolled into one. Al Foley who is no mean wit himself on this one occasion was far outshone by our Jeff. The gist of Al's talk was worthy of mention for he advised us to keep the Liberal Arts College the way it is today so that we shall not be found wanting in the future.
At this time most of the parents with children returned to Hanover for the play "Sabrina Fair." Although I heard that the performance was excellent, it was a shame that they had to miss Bill Scherman's spectacular slides of "The Life of John Foley During Four Years At Dartmouth." This was written and produced by Jerry Danzig and Bill and was greeted with roars of laughter. It should take its place as a classic along with the authors' previous efforts recorded and delivered at prior reunions. Movies were shown of the Fifth and Fifteenth Reunions and it was astounding to see the changes in hair lines and bodies corporeal. There were also movies of the outings at which Nels Krogslund, BobSmith and Al Marks were hosts. The "Oh's" and "Ah's" when pictures were shown of Nels' place elicited an on-the-spot invitation by Nels for a Twenty-Second Reunion in 1956. There was an instantaneous acceptance by everyone present.
We then returned to the Tent and on the way back saw Harry Brague's sport car at the side of the road. Thought he had stopped for a slight examination of the countryside and were most embarrassed to discover the next day that he and Ed Davis had had motor trouble.
On Saturday night the Tent was not as crowded, due in part to the fact that 1935 and 1936 were drinking their own beer, although it must be recorded for posterity that 1935 gifted us with a keg and an ode. Talked with Jack Fogarty who sported the only mustache among those present.
Art Moebius and Nick Xanthaky were the official class photographers although everyone else was in on the act. We beg you two, and all the rest, to let us know the results of your efforts. We asked Ed Moore how the class baby was progressing and learned he is now a sophomore in college. We learned that Bill andJane Stein had taken showers, presumably the only ones who dared, except Jim Walter, who discovered to his chagrin that he had taken his in the place reserved for the women. Jim doesn't read signs very well and stated there seemed to be no difference in the plumbing and fixtures.
We retired early in order to relieve Mrs. Sanborn, the baby-sitter (telephone 8455). We assume she came from the house across the street.
Sunday morning up bright and by nine to see Ted Thompson looking for the elevator to the fourth floor of Wheeler to find out if Johnny Lashar had undressed before going to bed. No report. It is presumed that TedThompson did not walk four flights. Indeed remarkable that anyone reading the special edition of the Twenty-First Reunion which stated that "if you stopped running for trains and winters seem colder, you are getting along quite normally," could have climbed anything more than ranch type dormitories.
A Memorial Service was held for members of our class who have died and it is sad to reflect that 41 have already passed on.
A final cup of coffee and we hit the road for our return to tension and pressure. Orvand Marian Dryfoos, whose passengers were Sue and Bob Brown, passed us on the road and we all stopped for a picnic luncheon somewhere near Orange.
Before closing, we want to thank MartyDwyer as Reunion Chairman. Wonder if the appreciation of his classmates can adequately compensate him for the hours and days which he spent on the arrangements. This reunion, like the others, was unforgettable and those of you who failed to attend missed one of the finest experiences which could have happened to you. Want also to thank Dickand Mary Gruen for clothing and identifying us, though nobody knew how to measure those sleeves; and a word of thanks to Bob Kolbe for over-supplying us with the green goods.
Thanks to the Executive Committee, consisting of Bill Adams, Frank Heath, Laury Herman, Dick Houck, Jeff Jackson, Al Marks, Ike Powers and Bob Smith. We particularly want Bill Scherman and Jerry Danzig to know that their wonderful entertainment will furnish us with laughs for years to come and marvelous memories of the happiest reunion we have yet enjoyed. All of you give promise of even more amusing experiences to come in the years ahead and we look forward to the Twenty-Fifth with anticipation.
These are the folks who enjoyed the Twenty-First Reunion:
Julie, Bob, Paul, and Joel Balgley; Teal and Jim Ballard; Anna and Stu Barber; Mary, Bill, Carol, Billy, and Larry Barnet; Frankie, Dick, Jimmy, and Frazier Bell; Harry Brague; Is, Bam, Nean, and Bud Brennon; Sue and Bob Brown; Hazel, Brownie, Joy, and Bobby Brown; Barbara, Ed, Betsy, and Bobby Brown; Jack Cavanaugh; Herm Chase; Bill and Louise Clough; June, Cogs, Tom, and Janet Cogswell; Bernice and Mayo Cohn; Oscar Cohn; Dick Compton; Marge and George Copp; Bill Craig; Ellie, Walt, Ann, Cynthia, Betsy, and Joe Crandell; Bobbie, Don, Sally, and Duncan Crowther; Jane and Bill Daniells; Sarah and Jerry Danzig; Ed Davis; Ruth and Em Day; Breck and Dave DeRiemer; Nance and Andy Donaldson; Marion and George Donehue; Marian and Orv Dryfoos; Marty Dwyer.
Bill Ely; Mary and Dick Emerson; Mary and Bob Engelman; Marion, Ted, Teddy, and Jeanne Flem- ing; Jill and Jack Fogarty; Mary and John Foley; Jean, Bob, Doug, and Russ Ford; Richard Fowle; Lois, Moe, and Debbie Frankel; Elmer and Judy Fulton; Jane, Jack, and Debbie Gilbert; Prue, Gillie, and Tony Gilmore; Augusta, Bob, Robbie, and Lynn Goodman; Marge and Bob Griffin; Doris, Art, Betty and Nancy Grimes; Mary and Dirk Gruen; Gus and Jim Gussenhoven; Doe, Bill, Linda and Dane Haist; Len and Jean Harrison; Laura and Frank Heath; Ethelyn, Dave, David and Danny Hedges; Babe and Jack Hinsman; Alice and Chuck Hirschey; Janice and Dick Houck.
Sue and JefT Jackson; Marion and Mike Joseph; Margaret and Bill Judd; George Kimball; Nong and Bob Kolbe; Nels Krogslund; Tohnny Lashar; Jan and Art Leonard; Monny and Frank Lepreau; Kappy, Al and Meryl Levenson; Hazel, Morry, Janet, Dana and Gail Levenson; Fran and John Lyle; Mil, Harry, Barb and Joe McCann; Marion, John, Merry Lou, Johnny and Georgie Metzger; Ruth and Art Moebius; Emmy and Ed Moore; Midge, John, Linda and Dick Murphy; Phoebe, Nick, Irina, Barbara, Anita, Dickie and Penny Nanos; Lou and Bob Oare; Bob Palmer; Hank Peirce; Alice, Les, Patty and Mark Reeve; Loretta, Art, Teddi, Harold and Burton Reinherz; Hank and Bunny Rigby; Lil and Bob Rodman.
Don Sandy; Beth, Bill and Bill Scherman; Hope and Babe Shea; Bunny and Bill Sheffeld; Barbara, Stan and Dave Smoyer; Eleanor, Kirk, Barbara, Marilyn and David Spitler; Gerry and Herm Spitzer; Harry Stearns; Jane and Bill Stein; Bup Sweeney; Biz and Joe Swenson; Bob and Chee Terhune; Ted Thompson; Toots, Tor, John and Tom Torinus; Kay and Harry Wallace; Billie and Jim Walter; Jo and Art Ward; Bernice, Jim and Jimmy Wendell; Hank Werner; Janet and Bob Williamson; Bill Wilson; Melba, Sid, Phyllis and Kathy Wisch; Bud Yallalee; Alice and Nick Xanthaky.
The Class of 1934, boasting that it had exceeded its quota of beautiful wives, smiles for the camera man.
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