1911

The first important duty of every 1911er who anticipates being in Whitefield in June should be to make his reservation with Schuyler Dodge as soon as his plans are definite. The list of those going is not yet complete but a few of those whose plans are known are the Agrys, Burleighs, Josh Clarks, Ken Clarks, Coopers, Sarge Eatons, Hedges, Pearsons, Russells, Shepherds, Stouts, and Applegates.

Forrest Owen became the 144th classmate to leave us, and because he was a modest chap of quiet accomplishments in his home city and to which he himself would make no reference yet did so much to add to the good things in Battle Creek, mention should be made of them. His wife in making a contribution to the Alumni Fund in his name wrote, "Down in an old sea-chest I found his Dartmouth scrapbook and spent some sad but rewarding time learning about a part of his life that I shared only in the telling of it. Forrest was very proud of being a Dartmouth man and you will be glad to know that he brought a real breath of New England to this part of the country." In a double column item in the Battle Creek paper following his death was an account of his civic activities:

He was instrumental in the birth and growth of the Battle Creek Community Chorus; greatly active in the Battle Creek Camp Fire Girls organization, his last contribution being to serve as chairman of a building committee which brought about a winterized cabin at Camp Kitanniwa for the Camp Fire Girls; he also served as various officers and on various committees connected with the Camp Fire Girls; helped develop a high school radio workshop; was a member of the National Institute for Education by Radio; was responsible for scores of public service programs; and was closely associated with the "Our Town" series which won the coveted George Foster Peabody award for outstanding public service by a radio station.

A recent issue of the MAGAZINE told of ChetJenkins' success as track coach in Maine. The April 25 issue of the Boston Herald carried his picture together with his statement of his coming resignation after 45 years, with these remarks:

"His retirement will mark the end of a wonderful era in University of Maine athletics," said Athletic Director Rome Rankin today. "Chet's coaching record has been outstanding and he will be greatly missed here at the University, throughout the state and in New England athletic circles." The State meet May 5 and the Yankee Conference meet May 12 mark his farewell to the sport. Jenkins and his wife hope to spend the greater part of next year in traveling.

Occasional reference has been made to BobBarstow and his travels. The following statement of his last visit should be of interest and will give you some idea of the world tensions as he finds them:

"Whether or not it has any alumni interest, the fact is that I have just completed another overseas assignment, this one being my most extensive jaunt, all around the world, more or less leap-frogging with Billy Graham and John Foster Dulles, hitting mostly the same places, and sometimes, almost on the same days. My itinerary took me to Holland, France, Switzerland, Greece, Cyprus, Lebanon, Egypt, Pakistan, India, Ceylon, Burma, Thailand, Malaya, Indonesia, Philippines, Hong Kong, Formosa, Okinawa, Japan, Korea, Hawaii and home—some 29,000 miles in less than ten weeks, and without missing a connection or an appointment.

"My major concern was with the Englishlanguage Union Churches ministering to many of the 600,000 American civilians living abroad. There are strong interdenominational, international, and interracial churches in most of the important centers, and with the increased numbers of Americans going abroad in government and business connections, more such groups are being organized. These people themselves recognize the need of emphasizing spiritual values in all their activities and contacts with other nations, and such Union Churches are a valid and valuable witness to their own religious faith, often in difficult situations.

"My secondary concern had to do with Ecumenical Scholarships, and I was in conference with the various National Christian Councils regarding selection of students to come to America, and other technical matters. I met many in various lands who had been Ecumenical Students under my supervision here over the past ten years, and also a number of people who had been students at Hartford when I was there.

"I certainly hit the hot as well as the high spots of world concern, including a meeting with Archbishop Makarios of Cyprus just before he was banished. Everywhere there are tensions, and dangers, and we can only hope and pray that patience and reason and righteousness may overrule present passions, and prevent world catastrophe. The spirit of Christ has the only answer."

Cap Hedges is now back in Cedar Rapids with activity centered on the Class Alumni Fund. His note tells of a luncheon in Houston, Texas, with David and Cupe Adams' son, George, and Ben Ayers' son, Kim, Kim, incidentally, is president of the Dartmouth Club of Houston at the present time. Cap had this further word, "Both of these boys are doing very well and it was a pleasure to see them and visit with them."

Rick Castle is another to report of enjoying his retirement thoroughly, and he and Marian are looking forward to having much fun together in the months ahead. They have just returned from a delightful automobile trip to points in Arizona and Southern California.

Shorty Mayo and his wife, Muriel, have a good excuse for not being in Whitefield in June as they will be sailing from New York on April 28 on the Saturnia to visit Italy, Switzerland, Germany, France, Holland and then returning to the States the last of June.

A few changes in addresses may go into your Class Directory: Alfred Hormel, 54 Parish Road, Needham Heights 94, Mass.; AlfredNutt, 742 Second St., East Sonoma, Calif.; Arthur H. Witte (Retired), 224 South West First Avenue, Boynton Beach, Fla.

Jim Erwin writes that he is shooting at September 30 as a retirement date. They are putting their house up for sale but he doesn't state where he and Helen plan to enjoy retirement.

Brief word from Bob Kimball comes in to the effect that he still enjoys living his quiet life in Manchester. Bob is a great horseman, enjoys hunting and fishing and has gotten much satisfaction out of life in these ways. His son and daughter are now married and he has several grandchildren.

The last word from Schuyler Dodge says, "I do hope that many of the members of the Class of 1911 will find it possible to come to Mountain View this summer. I am sorry I cannot schedule a presidential party for them to see but we will do our best to give them a real good time. I do think they will be interested in the new improvements we have made in regard to the new lounge. It will be a real addition to the property."

Secretary,1 Webster Terrace, Hanover, N. H.

Class Agent, The Hedges Co., 210 Dows Bldg. Cedar Rapids, lowa