1905

Our mid-July reunion lived up to its reputation for a happy period of quiet enjoyment in congenial surroundings. 35 men of '05 and 21 wives and friends made up a very pleasant group.

Among the early arrivals was Walter B.Small of Providence, who never misses a reunion unless under some necessity. From the same city came Frank McCabe, with his son John, whom we welcomed heartily. Other early comers were Huston Lillard with his wife Ethel and her sister, Fanny V. Hazen Ames, whom we were glad to have join us. "Lill" is still active as head of civil defense in Cohasset.

From nearby Concord came "Andy" and "Bea" MacMillan and from New London, Bill and Bertha Clough. Both of these doctors are still active in their service to their patients. Other representatives from New Hampshire were the Brookses; Charlie still lives on his place, though he has given up his active business. Completing the local count was Norman Stevenson, still a denizen of Hanover.

"C.C." and Isabel Hills were the sole Vermonters with us. C.C. deserves more than passing comment, for the class owes him a great debt of gratitude for his painstaking efforts which assure, year after year, a "smoothly functioning reunion. As usual, the Norwich Fair lent its own distinctive attractions to those of us who crossed the river to view a really old-fashioned fair.

From Connecticut came Carroll and Clara Campbell. "Camp" keeps active, but leaves it to younger chaps to burn up the cinder tracks these days. Dick and Mabel Tolman also hail from the "Wooden Nutmeg" state.

Maine's contribution was "Cy" and Hilda White and George Hersam with Mrs. Foye, all of whom we look forward to seeing at each reunion.

From further afield, Walter Emery of Long Island, Stanley Besse of New York (what would a reunion be without "Tubby?"), EdGilbert, about whom more anon, and your scribe with his wife Mildred, both presently of Bustins Island, Me., from New Jersey.

Massachusetts, always abounding in men of Dartmouth, contributed the rest of our company: Allen and Margaret Smith — we appreciated Allen's characteristic and vigorous comments - Solon - Cornish, who, like some of the rest of us, enjoys a good game of contract bridge; "L. C." and Marian Grover, the former taking time off from fishing trips; "Doc" Loder with Margaret Kenyon and her beloved parakeet in its transparent cage. We, as always, were very happy to have Anne Reid with us.

To vary the approach somewhat, let us go to the dinner Friday evening; in the Ski Hut. After the delicious repast, John and MarionTuck came in for congratulations on tne achievements of their son John Jr. '54, who has won world-wide fame for his part in the expedition to the Antarctic in connection with the Geophysical Year. For being in charge of the group which actually located the exact position of the South Pole, he has been written up with many pictures in Life, National Geographic, DARTMOUTH ALUMNI MAGAZINE, and countless newspapers.

As for Ed Gilbert, he received an ovation for his sturdy courage in continuing his chemical business, which was about to merge with a much larger company.

Royal Parkinson (with him were Ida and her sister Laura Stubblefield) gave an account of the disappointing collapse of the effort to build up the Tucker Foundation, for which he had been working with enthusiasm, and which had been dear to the heart of "Rufus"Day. This project has been by-passed in the great undertaking of the Hopkins Center and Foundation. However, a dean has been appointed to cover the moral and religious life of the college.

Fletcher Hatch (with him, Alva) received warm praise for his success with the Alumni Fund. To bring our class to the 13th place in percent of objective and 23rd place in participation index is indeed noteworthy.

Roger Brown (with him, Jane) reported that the treasury of the class was in a sound position financially.

Fred Chase gave some useful hints as to bequests where the family might enjoy income for 50 years, with the residue ultimately goino- to the college. Fred gave an account of meeting the charming Myrna Loy, who has been married, he said, to three different Dartmouth men, the present one Sargeant 32-

Among the "regulars" who were prevented by ill health from being present were Ray Root and Walt Conley. Ray sent a note of regret which was read at the class meeting. A later note from Roger Brown states that he and Royal Parkinson had called on Dr. Root and also his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Taylor Jr., whom many of you will recall pleasantly. Ray was in good spirits and comfortable, with an elevator to avoid stairs and a talking parrot for company.

A note from Ed Gilbert states that he had called 011 Walt Conley (on Ed's 82nd birthday) and found him eager to learn about reunion; a later note discloses that Walt had had to undergo an emergency operation from which he was making slow but satisfactory recovery. We all wish both Ray and Walt a speedy return to good health.

Secretary, 358 North Fullerton Ave. Upper Montclair, N. J.

Treasurer, 5 Pine Ridge Road, West Medford, Mass.

Bequest Chairman,