1907
Dick Southgate, whose sudden death is reported in the In Memoriam columns of this issue, may have known more '07 classmates, and perhaps more alumni of all classes, than any other '07 man. He was always friendly and social and, having been employed in cities from the West to the East coasts, he had more opportunities to know Dartmouth alumni than do most of us. Likewise, his extended residence in Hanover exposed him to constant contact with alumni and students, and his experience as '07 Class Secretary from 1912 to 1919 kept him in close touch with his classmates. Dick was never physically vigorous, but neither has he suffered from frequent illnesses. It would seem that his death may have been caused by a heart attack or a shock. He was associated with Dr. Harry Storrs on the compilation of a class report and was keenly awaiting the 50th Reunion.
Arthur Bourne and his wife hope that they can attend the 50th. They have a conflict involving their children and grandchildren which Arthur hopes to solve.
Jack Wallace is another classmate who cannot be certain he can be in Hanover in June, but he hopes to be there.
Herman Hill also hopes to be here if his health and that of Mrs. Hill permits. He writes that "only hope is left." Perhaps his hope and that of his classmates will be effective.
Merton Knapp can't be sure and hopes to come if Mrs. Knapp's health improves. Solon Vale, who was quite seriously injured in an automobile accident, has recovered sufficiently to enable him to leave the hospital and return to his home in Woodstock. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him at the 50th.
On February 20, the '07 Florida group, who vacation in or near the St. Petersburg and Anna Maria sections, enjoyed their annual get-together along with some alumni from classes '03-'08. There were 34 men and sweethearts of whom sixteen were from '07, nine men and seven wives. Present were Leonand Harriette Sprague, Bob and Laura Kenyon, Harold and Luna Niles, Don and Gertrude Houghton, Harold and Mrs. Jennings,Arthur and Elizabeth Winslow, Phil andTheora Chase, Alan Brown and DwightHiestand. To their surprise they found that their hostess at the Holmes Beach Yacht Club, Mrs. Carol Kern, was the daughter of Ed Newman (Luke) Giles, 1914. As Bob Kenyon said, "Some record for 1600 miles away from home base of our 50th." This certainly shows how the enthusiasm is spreading and attracting every member toward the fiftieth.
The Rt. Rev. Benjamin M. Washburn, Bishop of the Diocese of Newark, N. J., was luncheon speaker at a meeting of clergy and laymen of the South Florida Diocese in St. Petersburg, Fla., recently.
In a recent issue of Massachusetts Civil Defense News, Geo. Grebenstein is mentioned as AFPO for the third area of Massachusetts, meaning assistant field planning officer. "Greb" is very active in this work, having taken courses in safety, civil defense, survival in times of disaster, etc. He is instructing others and retaining all his old pep and enthusiasm. He must be an excellent instructor.
In addition to those mentioned as planning to attend the 50th, the following have signified their intentions of being present. Edward L. Ashley, Wendell H. Churchill, not sure but hopes to; Jack and Mrs. Hammond, John and Mrs. Jewett, Robert P. M. Lewis hopes to but not yet sure; Clifford and Mrs. Norris, Tim and Mrs. Richards. Frank Rowell hopes to come; Bill Sanborn, Bill Smart, Bob Stokes hopes to, Bill and Mrs. Wyman, Howard Tuttle if his physician will let him, and Harry J. Warner. Wm. A. Martin affectionately called "Runt," thinks. the trip is too far for him. Of course he knows best, but as he is still writing ads, a vacation in June in Hanover meeting the old crowd might do him a world of good.
In going over the lists published this month and the previous issue, you will notice that the names of many of the old faithful are missing. We know that they will be there, they simply haven't said so. To mention just a few: Bill Ahern, Joe Coburn, Lou Gerry, Dwight Hiestand, Harry Jordan, Harry McDevitt, Harold Oliphant, Dick Ordway, Harry Whitaker, Charlie Woodworth, Geo. Liscomb, Julius Dutton, Billy Grimes, Bob Lane, Waldo Pickett, etc.
Looking over the list, it is difficult to realize that we have known each other for over fifty years. Not only will the 50th be a time to see old friends; but as Frank McDonough said, he wouldn't have missed for anything seeing old Dartmouth again and all the developments that have been made.
A statement concerning wives and widows of our classmates hardly seems to be necessary. But perhaps it is not amiss to report that all wives and widows will be most welcome at all class activities of the 50th Reunion.
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